Is it carry-on baggage or checked baggage? Window seat or aisle seat? A tropical sandy beach or a majestic mountain range? You can learn a lot about a person through their travel preferences and habits. TZR's series Get Out Of Town gathers tips and habits from tastemakers to help you better understand what makes for a top-notch vacation.
Jamie Haller, a designer for an Italian shoe brand, spends a lot of his time on the road – in the air. Between market commitments in New York and Paris and regular check-ins at manufacturers in Italy, it's safe to say that the Los Angeles-based mother of two is always packed. Since its launch in 2020, Haller's eponymous label has quickly become a cult favorite thanks to its best-selling Penny His loafers (a favorite of his IT girls like Emily Ratajkowski). Consider the fact that you have grown. As demand increases, so do designers' responsibilities. This means more time to be out and about.
“I go to Italy about every three months,” Haller explained on a recent Zoom call with TZR. “I didn't think I'd have to go so often, but when the lines get long, there are a lot of things you have to be careful about. So it's really nice to see people in person, and I sometimes do that too.” Being out there boosts morale. Also, things are always changing and growing, so I have to talk to people and keep an eye on things.”
While the jaunt to Europe is strictly for work, the mother of two likes to enjoy an afternoon alone, take a quiet plane ride, or be alone in an airport terminal. They like to make the most of their time, even if it's just to enjoy dinner. “This is what I love and am so happy about. I did this on my last two trips to Italy. There's a Border Grill in the international terminal at LAX [restaurant]. I get there super early because I don't want to be stressed out in line. When I get a margarita and nachos and sit at the bar, I'm just so happy. You can eat and drink alone, scrolling through your phone, and arrive at the gate on time. That's a lot of fun for me. ”
In the coming days, Haller will reveal the secrets of her travels, from her controversial stance on the carry-on vs. checked bag debate to her in-flight essentials.
Carry-on or checked baggage?
In fact, I recently went back to being the person who checks all my luggage. On my last two trips, I've had to bring two suitcases for myself, which was really annoying and overwhelming because I was packing so many samples. So, one bag has shoe samples or denim samples in it, and the other bag has my clothes in it. For me, I love the freedom of not having anything. Actually, I hate carrying luggage, so I hate carry-ons.
What are your in-flight habits?
I just like doing everything I I like to do it. I like to drink a glass of wine.i stream inheritance Watch 20 episodes in a row in the background. I am very happy. Then I work for two hours, then rest, work again, then rest again. Sometimes I work throughout the flight. I had to sleep on the way to Italy, but I strongly believed that I could work all the way back. That's how I'm learning how to overcome jet lag little by little.
I'm not one to read on airplanes. I get distracted when I can watch whatever movie I want. I never watch what I want to watch at home. My kids watch what they like. Even though I see what both my husband and I want, it's really what he wants. I don't always watch just that movie that makes me happy that no one else wants to watch.
What are the three items you always have in your carry-on bag?
Oh, and I love to thoroughly clean my bags before I leave, so there's no trash, wrapping paper, or receipts hanging around. So I take my laptop and all my cords and my phone. I bring my Kindle, but I don't read books. But if it's all over and I can't sleep, I think I'll read a book. All that's left is moisturizer — and I have to take medication for my thyroid problem.
What are your non-negotiables when it comes to hotel stays?
I just want to be really comfortable and feel warm and nourished. I feel like that's necessary. Therefore, the taste of the furniture is also important. I don't like things that are super modern, and I don't like things that are uncomfortable and uncomfortable. Therefore, I often stay in traditional places. I'm very picky, so I think the fact that I'm also an interior designer hurts. I like to be inspired by my surroundings and it makes me feel relaxed.And if I feel indifferent or cold [about the space]That will only make you colder inside.
I often stay at The Bowery [when I’m in NYC]and I feel them all [good] While I was there. It feels cozy, warm and beautiful. And even from a material standpoint, I'm obsessed with sinks, his beautiful original 1900s pedestal sinks. It's very much in line with my tastes, so I'm very happy.
I've been growing my business for four years, and I haven't always been mindful of the financial aspects of my business. I get paid at the end, you know what I mean? So there are some things you can do during your business stay that make you feel like, “Oh, I can treat myself.'' I deserve it. ’ I like to really jump in there because I’m going to indulge myself as much as I can because I know I’m lacking in other places.
What kind of trip are you planning now?
There are no business trips scheduled. [at the moment]. Perhaps as we approach fall production, we can probably predict that he may have to return to Italy in May or he may have to return to Italy in June. And you'll probably be traveling with your family. We're trying to decide that now. Spring break type. I don't know. We're going to Palm Springs, but it's not a real trip.
Which place have you visited many times? Why?
At the beginning of December, my husband and I just returned to Mexico with our children. I went to Punta Minta. It was amazing. But until about 15 years ago, I always went to Mexico once a year. Basically, I stopped going because I had kids. And when I went this year, I had so much fun that I knew I had to go again. It was really easy and close. [We were like,] “Why did you stop doing that?” We also tend to go to Ojai every year.
Are you an itinerary planner? If so, how detailed do you get and how far do you stick to it?
I'm not a planner.I've been there before [to New York] And I made a promise like, “Oh, I'm going to go to this museum.'' But other than that, I don't make any particular commitments to my time. Other than dinner, I go and make reservations because it's fun.
