D.S. & Durga 2019 EDP

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D.S.

by Rayda Vega , David Seth Moltz , Kavi Moltz

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D.S. & Durga D.S. is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Rayda Vega, David Seth Moltz, and Kavi Moltz. D.S. opens with Gardenia, Frangipani, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Oud, Rose, and Lotus, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Ambrette. D.S. & Durga's D.S. carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a seriously divisive one. Some will find it a captivating journey to an Indian spice market, others will smell a cheap headshop. Expect bold florals and a prominent, often metallic oud that you'll either adore or actively avoid.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Exotic
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
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D.S. Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

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
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong sillage and long-lasting nature make it a bit much for the office, but its sophisticated and unique character shines on dates and formal events. It's too rich and complex for casual everyday wear or sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

D.S. kicks off with a vibrant, almost buzzing blend of saffron, creamy frangipani, and rich gardenia, setting a distinctly exotic tone. As it settles, a floral heart of rose and lotus emerges, interwoven with a dry, slightly smoky oud that adds a serious edge. The base grounds everything with smooth sandalwood, earthy vetiver, and a subtle ambrette musk, creating a complex, incense-like trail that lingers for ages.

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