The DOPP Kit

The must-haves in every discerning man's grooming arsenal.

- ALLI SIM

1. Let it burn

Sartorial, sensorial, entirely Aesop. Crafted in Germany and cast from solid bronze, this hefty, curvilinear Bronze incense holder, $210, lends an understated gravitas to any desk or coffee table. Being brass, expect the object d’art designed by Vogel Studio to patina with time. “I wanted to give the ashes a stage, slightly raised from the table. In an abstract way, the shape resembles a giving or supporting hand,” designer Fabio Vogel reveals. Pair with Aesop’s Aromatique Incense sold separately at $53 per box. Our pick? Aromatic Murasaki. Made of healing hinoki, cinnamon and clove, this medley of spices and fresh woody resins elicit peace and quiet reflection.

2. All in the details 

As they say, good grooming demonstrates respect for oneself and others—this of course, extends to clean and clipped nails. Enter Czech & Speake’s Leather Bound Manicure Set, US$805, available at Mr Porter. The eight-piece 24k gold plated set features a selection of safety and classic nail scissors, alongside nail and tie clippers, slanted tweezers and more for all your genteel grooming needs.