March 2010
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Fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger reveals what’s in his suitcase
Tommy Hilfiger always travels with his scrabble set
Jim Franco
Away from work, I always holiday with my family usually on the island of Mustique. We have a home there and some of my favourite memories are playing on the beach and having cookouts. My favourite city is New York — it is so dynamic. But I also love London, Paris, Tokyo. I’m always inspired when I travel, whether it’s by the local jewellery markets in Istanbul or a walk through Central Park. I don’t mind if people recognise me when I travel – I like meeting customers and listening to their feedback. It’s how I learn what needs to be improved.
My travel Scrabble set comes with me. I’m always up for a game with whoever is around. I won’t say that I’m competitive, but I do like to win. Recently, I had a particularly successful tournament with my daughter Ally. It went on for hours and I’m happy to say that I won.
Another must is my cherished antique silver travel frame with a photo of my son Sebastian. My family is really important to me and when I’m travelling on business it’s nice to have this little luxury. Sebastian was just a few weeks old when the photo was taken. I love the frame, too. It was a gift from my wife Dee that she purchased in the South of France.
I like to travel with a candle. My favourite is the Diptyque Baies. It is comforting to have a familiar scent in unfamiliar locations. When I go out for the evening, it’s nice to come back to the heady aroma of rose and blackcurrant.
A blazer is an essential in my packing. I never know when I’m going to need to dress up a little bit, so. It’s a classic item of clothing and works with everything — jeans or smart pants. It really defines my style, which I like to call American preppy cool. It’s the most versatile piece in my wardrobe. My favourite, of course, is one of my own — a double-breasted, fine wool blazer in navy with gold buttons. It travels so well.
