Acquired

D.S. & Durga 2018 EDP

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Amber Kiso

by David Seth Moltz

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D.S. & Durga Amber Kiso is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by David Seth Moltz. Amber Kiso opens with Cedar, Cypress, and Incense, settles into a heart of Maple, Patchouli, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Leather, Oakmoss, and Hinoki Wood. D.S. & Durga's Amber Kiso carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it beast. Amber Kiso is a divisive, unapologetically potent leather-and-incense bomb, not for the faint of heart or those who shy from making a statement. You'll either adore its dark, temple-like depths or recoil from its powerful, almost 'industrial' edge.
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Confident
  • Warm
Amber Kiso Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Leather
58%
Smoky
57%
Aromatic
53%
Amber
51%
Balsamic
45%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its 'beast mode' projection and exceptional longevity, Amber Kiso is far too intense for office wear or casual daytime use. It shines best in evening date settings or formal events where its commanding presence can be appreciated without overwhelming others.

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About

Amber Kiso opens with a rush of smoky incense and dry cypress and cedar, evoking ancient forests and smouldering altars. The heart unfurls with a dusty, earthy iris and a hint of sweet maple, before settling into a commanding, animalic leather base, deepened by hinoki wood and a whisper of oakmoss. It's a journey from sacred smoke to rugged, lived-in luxury.