German luggage-maker Rimowa has teamed up with Australian beauty brand Aesop to realize a limited-edition travel kit. The collaborative set, dubbed Köln Travel Kit, features nine, travel-sized Aesop products for skin, hair, body and teeth packaged in a miniature Rimowa aluminum shell inspired by the brand’s travel humidor.
“I have always admired Aesop as a brand, both for the quality of their products, and their overall design aesthetic, from packaging to stores,” wrote Alexandre Arnault, Rimowa’s chief executive officer, on his Instagram page. “Ever since my first day at Rimowa, I have wanted to do something together. Today is the day.”
Inside are Aesop’s Classic Shampoo and Conditioner, Geranium Leaf Body Balm, Parsley Seed Anti-Oxidant Serum, Mouthwash and Toothpaste, among other items. The Köln Travel Kit, which will be on sale for €350.00 (about $400 USD) starting October 26 at Aesop’s website and RIMOWA’s website, as well as select Aesop and RIMOWA locations.
RIMOWA is known for its collaborations, having worked with Fendi and Supreme in the past. In addition to the Aesop project, the brand also recently teamed up with Off-White on a line of extremely Instagrammable suitcases. The limited-edition designs feature a transparent polycarbonate cabin case that comes in both black and white. A new case that’s part of the collaboration called “Personal Belongings” will be available to shop online soon.