How To Pack For A Business Trip | MR PORTER

We asked three well-travelled men to share their wisdom on how to pack for a business trip.
MR PORTER meets Mr Duncan Ellis, company director of Scruffy Bird Management; Mr Seamus Hoar, founder of Hoar Marshall; and Mr Götz Offergeld, founder of Fräulein magazine, in this short guide to travelling lightly. Use their simple tips and tricks to help streamline your packing process.
Steps:
1. Understand what you're going to be doing at your destination, what the weather will be like and who you'll be seeing
2. Pack your shoes first
3. Place your shoes inside a dustbag
4. Roll items, don't fold
5. Take versatile items that can be dressed up or down
6. Roll your ties up inside your shoes to save space
7. Have your suits laundered and pressed upon arrival
8. Pack the night before you travel
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[@jessieessex]

That dust bag is a whole lot classier than the plastic grocery bag I usually use.

[@barnastil591]

Level up my man.

[@sonltt]

Putting "naked shoes" (without dust bag) in the suitcase is ridiculous or new shoes for every trip?

[@Unicorn-jj2og]

I thought I was the only one that noticed. I recoil thinking about the various germs on shoes that were placed on the bed and then the suitcase! The second guy used a dust bag - thank goodness!

[@giadacairo6063]

+Unicorn You say right. Me too i think this. sorry for mistakes but i m italian and i dont write english very well. bye and thank :) :) :)

[@Unicorn-jj2og]

Giada Cairo Well I understand you Giada. I can barely speak Italian myself :)

[@peachesmonroe251]

Don't know how helpful the packing advice was, but this is the best LUGGAGE I've ever seen in my life!

[@Schecguitarfan]

Ever since I saw this video, I’ve been preparing for my trip, rolling my clothes, tucking my ties in my shoes, and placing the shoes in first. These blokes have been real helpful!

[@iphoneanton96]

Haha, they all forgot underwear!!

[@mirror2398]

+Anton Danielsson Exactly! This is crazy right? one of the most important thing and it wasn't even mentioned! wow!

[@iphoneanton96]

+Mirror I bet they're the kind of guys who always buy new underwear at their next destination, hence the lack of underwear shown in this clip.

[@mirror2398]

probably, but it seems really weird. I also travel a lot but what i usually buy is the shirt, not the underwear. Undergarment is the first thing I pack.

[@cpjohns556]

+Anton Danielsson Maybe they just rock out commando...

[@iphoneanton96]

+Chris Johnson Really? They talk like their either gay or the most gentle gentlemen this world has ever seen. I bet their just embarrassed because they wear panties.

[@jadeemperor59]

Shoes are dirty,how can you put them with underwear and clean clothes?

[@wonjaehwang7670]

Like some people say, the first can never be topped. And in my opinion, this how I pack episode is the best compared to all of the one's that were produced after this. I believe this one was nicer because you guys featured actual business men who travel rather than featuring mr porter staff. The real struggles of a businessman who travels a lot makes the weight of the video noticeable. Please hear me out. Thanks.

[@aitornavarro6597]

Yes, suitcase all the way! (With dust bag of course).... Suitcase and briefcase get it done for me on most trips 😎

[@Humance]

Actually rolling stuff is the best method to save space, also used by military to save as much space as they can in their backpacks.

[@terminator9099]

exactly :)

[@Testinator1234]

Does it not cause clothes to get more creased and warped though?

[@dymasananda1058]

@@Testinator1234 no

[@chatapratt7680]

@@dymasananda1058 yes, all the time

[@waflletoast11]

@@dymasananda1058 absolutely which is why rolling is a terrible method unless you dont care about your clothes especially suits, oxford button downs and ties

[@ruzzelladrian907]

3:14 !!! I love his bag !!

[@kapilchhabria1727]

lol that last dude's suitcase - when he has to gate check that the TSA agent is like 'aww this is cute'...

[@jal316]

That last suitcase is amazing!

[@olleolofsson12]

Does anybody know what watch is the first guy wearing?

[@danielleem145]

thats cool tips , thanks

[@Fadel0712]

Just enjoy the show guys. At least it's satisfying to watch.

[@henrycarter4069]

should be named "How NOT To Pack". Rolling a tie will ruin the liner and cause it to hold the roll form while wearing it. Haphazardly rolling pants and them squishing them flat in a suitcase will leave strang horizontal pleats.

[@pintthereof4598]

And putting a tie in a shoe. Unhygienic.

[@hashooom994]

@@pintthereof4598 for real, it’ll probably smell like shoes by the time you arrive.

[@Rekickit]

Can anyone id the first bag. It’s amazing

[@donbarone4799]

get to your destination, unpack, and say, "fuck...theyre all wrinkled."

[@ChristopherB806]

What type of luggage is the black suitcase packed in the second segment? The luggage isn't listed among the other products.

[@laminage]

The list is a very good idea. Even before packing, get your wardrobe, mix and match like Richard Gere did in American Gigolo , then try to remember what tie goes with what shirt and suit, then make sure you have your Shoes but if you can cover them with a Bag. That way you know what you will wear on certain days Also bring a Sponge to keep the shoes nice and clean. Also make sure that you have your Bag with your Personal Toiletries, ie Cologne, Razor, Shaving Cream, Toothbrush, Toothpaste. I remember going to a Trade Show and they were giving out Gilette Razor Kids and I got one for My Father and he loved it (RIP).

[@musclemilk1100]

They made sure you saw orlebar brown swim trunks logo twice...YAAAAYYY!!! Marketing!!!

[@kdrench]

I would not put my tie in the shoe. At buisiness meetings your tie will not smell any good.

[@HarrisonWoodinLygo]

If your smart shoes smell, you really need to clean them or consider replacing them...

[@joeboei]

Pack socks in shoes

[@vikramkoppikar4677]

I usually stuff camphor in my shoes to keep away odour

[@iyana8234]

Peter Wiberg Bojsen well yeah if you have stinky feet or shoes definitely dont

[@oliverluke2843]

thought the exact same thing!!

[@ChomboMambo]

Wow... That last suitcase...

[@jumustube]

It's ugly, has no special pockets, totally un-functional, of course its fashionable, name brand and therefore very expensive. How friggin ridiculous..

[@harrisonmorse3091]

Anyone know who makes that black and mustard yellow striped t shirt from the first clip? Thanks.

[@sauravbasu8805]

Does anyone know the brand and model of the sunglasses at 3:26 ? Can anyone provide a link ?

[@HagridUK]

Anyone knows the brand of the striped blue and white shirt of the third guy? The one with blue background and white thin stripes?

[@stevencho5171]

Does anyone know where I can get that orange and black striped T-shirt?

[@Silent420]

Does anybody know the brand of the first leather weekender?

[@neillaurence590]

I really like the second person's case. All the advice is great too.

[@sauravbasu8805]

Neil Laurence That portable typewriter's case ?

[@MrDJBIGFOOT]

does anyone know what kind of moccasins/slippers those are that gotz offergeld has?

[@dexterhard]

great stuff

[@roshanbagga1401]

what kind of dress shoes are in the second vid?

[@binhan6432]

Love the 3rd guy's trolley, which brand is it?

[@guillermoreyesaguilar4181]

What is the brand of the second briefcase?

[@arlenace5000]

does anyone know what's the brand of the blue and orange stripe t-shirt? first part : 0:50 ???

[@georgeleorgebeorge2354]

Blows my mind how people can just put their shoes their in their suitcase or bag when it’s been soaking up every bit of human spit, dog faeces and stuff.

[@vaibhavdubey7614]

0:49 where these sneakers are from? How should I get these sneakers?

[@bradshb]

Anybody recognise the soundtrack? I've got the tune stuck in my head but can't work out what it is.

[@maurice9374]

Ben B monster ag

[@TheCptCool]

God, I miss business trips!

[@allenuconn]

I'd love to know who makes that leather bag. Anyone know?

[@johnmoore6802]

What size was the globetrotter? Thanks

[@nicholasnettey453]

What is the brand of the holdall bag?

[@eajnow]

What brand and model is that third luggage, does anybody know?

[@Jay-jo8kk]

Anyone know the last guys watch? Brand/model?

[@mulan7015]

These vidoes are atheistically pleasing, jazzy, it is nice. More art then advice which is differnet and nice.

[@juanantoniorestrepo2148]

What is the brand of the bag?

[@matteogregnanin2394]

What watch is the first guy wearing?

[@diegoruiz7369]

Name of the jazz song?

[@alazar7685]

1:37 a very calm man.

[@BlackAtlas]

Sad to see they don’t shoot these types of videos anymore

[@callyma6940]

We should do this on the Net-a-porter channel as well!

[@irubjaejoong]

Really enjoyed this video ! Well done

[@mintico]

Dont understand how some people are comfortable with packing shoes together with their clothes. Seriously only the second guy uses the dust bag

[@BlackJackPoland]

And a link to the main bag ?

[@diegoruiz7369]

Nice video

[@PierreAlainRuiz]

I kinda like the brown bag.

[@andrewschreiber4217]

Does anyone know the exact name of that first brown bag? Thanks.

[@lefteye129]

Mulberry clipper holdall

[@joshuavignona6088]

Nice! - Josh Vignona

[@venomsneak]

That is an awesome weekender. I'd love to find one under $100 :o

[@imaddiio5379]

the last dude has the top fashionable suitcase!

[@Kojojumah_]

Nice

[@gnorm2003]

That last suit was amazing...who makes that?

[@mariateresinhagiotollemend9603]

Eu adorei a terceira mala. Muito bom este vídeo Thank you - Obrigada

[@pavy415]

What carry on bag is the one Mr Seamus has? The black and gold one

[@julianpalk]

www.mrporter.com/product/365724

[@channel_homme]

Julian Palk you are great.thank you.i have been seeking this,too.

[@SoloKeilo]

what kind of case is that, that gotz offergeld has???

[@hannesskaarud2731]

This was really helpful! Thanks!

[@antoineen]

Intresting with the rolling part instead of folding. Nevertheless, very informative video indeed!

[@chrisk.1539]

Which company is the sunglasses in the end?

[@danijayyy1]

chris k. Persol 714. Great shades!

[@BackwoodsBushcraft]

Laughable for real, pretentious. Nobody packed underwear and nobody actually gave any advice except for rolling clothes.

[@lilyandrose8557]

You really don't need to see someone pack underwear

[@Kishi20101986]

Always make a list and put it inside the suitcase

[@emmanuelhernandezgomez7262]

song´s name is: Love Sneakin Up by Tim Garland and Hannah Jones

[@mikeknight42]

You never see businessmen running around with a dufflebag like that first guy. I agree with rolling when you can't be bothered to fold though.

[@PhotoLabMP]

I like the last suitcase. The greenish one.

[@Sailingpilotchris]

It's a globetrotter case.

[@alexanderrusso8284]

+R Etika I thought it was a globetrotter

[@iamziano]

www.globe-trotter.com/shop/luggage/centenary-30-extra-deep-suitcase-greenbrown/ 1,485.00 Euros OMG!

[@christontaylor7550]

3:20 - 3:29 what brand of shoe is the mustard colour one? I love it and must have a pair! Someone please respond.

[@hfxhero]

Car Shoe, and it's more of a tan suede

[@christontaylor7550]

thanks man

[@kingsleymaharajah7833]

"Hi my name is Seamus Hoar" Me an intellectual: 'Nice name, carry on'

[@LAAADOLCEVITASENLI]

cool

[@benjaminhanson4569]

Same same (I’m just like the 3rd guy)

[@ivpadim]

What's the name of the song?

[@strongforu]

'I've Got The Packing Blues'

[@hmily880]

What is the brand of the suitcase for man #2?

[@Reflex7]

I’m trying to find

[@audiotea1]

What, no need to pack under ware ?

[@LouB3rt]

I thought the same thing, and socks...

[@vicspeaks6207]

I don’t wear them too, I wrap my schlong with a paper napkin and I’m good to go.

[@BB-vn1ko]

Putting the dirty shoes without cover together with the clothes????

[@rahulrao5289]

Rolling up a tie inside that's gross

[@eajnow]

Please me more the way i packs!

[@empoweredassets]

what are you going to be doing at the destination who are you seeing, dont take more than you need roll is better than fold, simpler quicker time saving take few items you can dress up and down, flexible and versatile ties in shoes, shoes in shoe bag, jus pack, can be pressed in hotel, tend to forget cufflinks n ties shoes first, jeans, blue jacket, shirts, brown/black shoes - go everywhere suit annd jacket, always pack sunglasses cool advice!

[@jaredgrant4609]

whats the brand of suitcase the second guy has

[@gavinchan2028]

jared grant Mulberry, but they might have discontinued this style already

[@ruzzelladrian907]

3:14 Where can I get that bag ?!

[@nicolaslopez8722]

Globetrotter

[@jfrink1]

I read the description box. I saw all the items and where they were from, but I didn't see where the bag was from

[@meghmalhaar]

awwww thats the first thing I also wanted to know. plz let us know abt that bag 😍😍😍😍😭?

[@swedishchef8631]

its a Mulberry Clipper bag

[@strongforu]

Yes. The Mulberry Clipper Bag starts at $2,095 US.

[@neillaurence590]

A Globe-Trotter case. Cost about a grand but will no doubt last a life time and look better with age.

[@joewongnz]

That last guy who put the shoes on the bed reeeeeee

[@jonathanistalkin]

Maybe it's just for filming purposes but packing on the bed is stupid because it's dirty and dusty and your brining that onto your bed where you sleep......

[@allenzhao6871]

Unless it's a bed in the hotel, and you'll leave and never be come back...

[@SuperPopem]

Last guys was definitely moving 😅

[@herthafan7991]

The first guy is going to have a really wrinkly time unpacking that weekender.

[@corpusone]

Turnbull & asser ties as shoe blocks? That must be some kind of sartorial murder...

[@kapilchhabria1727]

CONSUME! CONSUME! are you consuming yet? CONSUME!!

[@brianhershberger5940]

If you find out, let me know too!

[@yo4never]

Can I have the designer's name of Duncan Ellis's bag?

[@emanquil]

Car shoe, you can google it or check out on mr porter.

[@runmvp]

Its a Mulberry leather holdall. a pretty expensive bag.

[@kevinonthank]

Very elegant video and interesting as well.

[@miaf1993]

It's from Globe-Trotter