It’s that time of year, 130 shows in 4 major cities – add 50 more for extra credit if you dip into central Europe and Asia for some out-of-the-box designs. You have your travel outfit–chic and comfortable– you know how to pack your toiletries so you walk through security without a hitch and the Blackberry charger already has all necessary adapters including the one that plugs into the cigarette lighter in the back of the London black cab. But there is one item that is infinitely important when traveling and can drop your stock instantly – a carry-on, weekender type bag that is not up to the standards of the rest of you. Which is why we’re fans of the discreetly chic Louis Vuitton Mowa. The soft leather bag has a light vintage-looking patina, an inconspicuous locking clasp and a-not-too-flashy Louis Vuitton stamp. Just the kind of stealth purchase to up a seasoned traveler’s stock. $3590 at Louis Vuitton stores and Louis Vuitton.

Louis Vuitton Utah Mowa