D.S.

The discovery of Floral notes never stop to amaze me, but what makes everything even better is a rare Sandalwood from my beautiful Sri Lanka. D.S is a special scent for me, it has some of the most peculiar Indian flowers out there combining, Kashimiri Saffron, Frangipani, Gardenia, Yellow lotus (attar) and dark Rose. This lineup alone is a combination that take you to places, but the sandal and Vetiver from Sri Lanka creates this distinct note that makes it mystical. A deep, wild, and free scent that evokes serenity, and a ceromonial natural act. The opening is fairly based on Gardenia, Saffron and dry dark Rose and Frangipani in front and Sandalwood on the back, this is a Saffron-Gardenia bomb opening, lets put it like that, while it evolves it goes more into this beautiful “atonal” note (or metallic) that gives a it a unique characteristics thanks to the Vetiver, Lotus, Saffon accord, the middle is a game of these working together, rather than fighting if sampled alone. The real dry down comes later and the entire composition goes in harmony and stays this exact way for the entire longevity becoming darker and darker, is elegant and charming, in the air has a strong power, and it goes undeniably on the floral spice Inciense market side, I like that the rose is a small touch and rounds up rather than covering, this is showcasing refined distillations and works that are all a fruit of a great research of common materials you find in India, but they are refined and specific to the point that each rare element and technique of extraction comes to play and makes a huge difference. A pillar of a scent, create for who understand the crafting of this notes, and the depth of the Srilankan Sandalwood wich is becoming a very important element, simply because the Mysore one become not possible to harvest anymore. I suggest this to anyone that is fascinated of Asian florals that tends to lean on the Saffron, the " Floral Inciense Market" - however this isn’t a common one, is very specific one that has to be explored. It’s a rare case where the price is justified because of the deep research and rare elements. A elegant beauty that is a trail monster, you can smell this dry down from very far, and is instantly recognizible, Is the celebration of an angle of a beautiful Jungle corner where Gardenia, Saffron and Sandalwood are prominent. If you like Sandalwood Florals, D.S. Durga did a homerun here.

I found the one... Do you recall what inspired you to embark upon your fragrance journey? For me, it was the ever eloquent Gardenia. Gardenia's are both my mother and grandmothers favorite flower, and one I carried on my wedding day. I grew up surrounded by bountiful blooming gardenia bushes radiating against the heat of the sun- their scent wafting a haunting love ballad. Delicate yet powerful- their presence undeniable. I often marveled at their beauty. Little did I know that finding that fragility and allure evocative of the bloom would be such a monumental fete, yet I set out to find her... While I encountered a few notable contenders, none quite lulled me like the lure of those warmed blossoms vivid in my memories- until now... D.S. Eau De Parfum by D.S. and Durga is a rare and transportive expedition to the palatial gardens of India- circa 2019. A study where tradition meets modern day. Composed of precious and rare materials, this gold-line release is nothing short of hypnotic. Gardenia and Frangipani take center stage radiating a soft, sweet, floral aura while Kashmiri saffron wafts its savory presence against the delicacy of the florals. Lush rose absolute, and yellow lotus sing from the heart, while a touch of agarwood deepens its song. Vetiver, Musc Ambrette, and creamy Sri Lankan sandalwood lend a perfectly balanced earthy base. In short- I am head over heels in love. This is the Gardenia I have been searching for. The billowing of childhood memories. The love of my mother. The beauty, tenderness, and fragility of my wedding bouquet warmed under the tropic sun. Romantic, Enchanting, Exotic - Exquisitely Intoxicating... D.S. - "The One".

This captures the smell of a lovely lifestyle store in India called good earth. Woody, incensed, floral, powdery... it feels like the inside of a thousand year old temple, hewn from stone, lit by votive lamps that are casting flickering shadows across the wall. Skews sweet or neutral based on the weather on the day, and a relatively inoffensive yet interesting choice for indoor settings in the winter. Definitely not a blind buy, but if you like it, it’s worth the money. Vaguely reminds me of Tobacco Mandarin by Byredo.

A beautifully done Floriental, this is a haunting and transportive experience that takes you straight to the beautiful palace gardens of exotic Indian places like Udaipur. The perfume opens with notes of frangipani, saffron and gardenia. The heart is comprised of rose, lotus and oud. The perfume settles into a lovely powdery base of sandalwood, vetiver and musk mallow. One of the top creations from this house, this is a regal haunting experience. Unisex with moderate sillage and very good longevity. Enjoy!

A beautiful blend that smells more like fragrance oils, than an EDP. Reminds me of Mumbai markets.