D.S. & Durga 2017 EDP

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Durga

by David Seth Moltz

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D.S. & Durga Durga is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by David Seth Moltz. Durga opens with Tuberose, Melon, and Chrysanthemum, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Iris, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk and Jasmine. D.S. & Durga's Durga carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Durga is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. It's a bold, unusual take on white florals with some seriously divisive melon and green notes. Not for everyone, but if it clicks, it truly sings.
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Durga Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Chrysanthemum34%
Melon33%
Tuberose33%
Heartas listed
Iris41%
Ylang-Ylang33%
Orange Blossom27%
Baseas listed
Jasmine55%
Musk45%

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:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong projection and longevity, Durga is best suited for social settings where it can make a statement without overwhelming. It's too potent for an office, but perfect for dates or stylish casual outings where its unique blend can be appreciated.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

It opens with a bold, juicy hit of melon, swiftly followed by a creamy, heady wave of tuberose. The unique, slightly herbal hint of chrysanthemum adds an intriguing twist, preventing it from becoming overly sweet. As it settles, iris introduces a powdery sophistication, grounded by a clean, lingering musky base and the smooth, indolic richness of jasmine and orange blossom.

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