Los Angeles Times fashion editor Booth Moore's packing tips

Twice a year, the runway shows in New York, London, Milan and Paris keep me on the road for 38 consecutive days. I need to have packing down to a science. And I do: Give me an hour and 15 minutes and I'll give you five weeks of chic. I've learned the hard way that any suitcase that doesn't roll is useless. I know I'll always need a tote for guidebooks and water. And nothing beats sneakers, which can be stylish enough to go from lunch to a museum to a business meeting.

By Booth Moore

June 1, 2008