Radio Bombay Ds&durga

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2016

At a glance

Is Radio Bombay Ds&durga worth trying?

Radio Bombay by DS&Durga is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
woody, powdery, coconut with Woody Notes, Cedar, Sandalwood

The first impression

Radio Bombay by DS&Durga is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Radio Bombay was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is David Seth Moltz. Top notes are Woody Notes and Cedar; middle notes are Sandalwood, Iris, Peach and Boronia; base notes are Sandalwood, Coconut, Ambergris, Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Balsam Fir and Musk.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%
powdery 85%
coconut 70%

The perfumer behind it

David Seth Moltz

David Seth Moltz

David Seth Moltz is the co-founder and perfumer of D.S. & Durga, a brand known for its conceptual and evocative scents. His catalog includes King Majesty Bergamot Chypre, Wipeout!, and historical-inspired pieces like 1538 Rheims and Amber Kiso. Moltz’s work often blends natural and synthetic materials to create immersive olfactory narratives.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Woody Notes Woody Notes
Cedar Cedar

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Sandalwood Sandalwood
Iris Iris
Peach Peach
Boronia Boronia

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Sandalwood Sandalwood
Coconut Coconut
Ambergris Ambergris
Ambrette (Musk Mallow) Ambrette (Musk Mallow)
Balsam Fir Balsam Fir
Musk Musk

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Radio Bombay Ds&durga

Essence

The Alchemist transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, blending elements with precision and vision. Radio Bombay embodies this with its fusion of sandalwood, coconut, and musk-a scent that feels both ancient and modern, earthy and ethereal. It’s a paradox in a bottle, a testament to the magic of synthesis.

Style & Aesthetic

Their style is eclectic yet intentional, mixing textures like raw silk and weathered leather. The fragrance’s woody-powdery accord complements their layered, global-inspired wardrobe. They might wear a vintage kimono with combat boots, defying categorization.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the power of transformation, whether in art, science, or self. Nothing is static; everything can be reimagined. Their mantra is "experiment," and their home is a lab of curiosities-dried herbs, sketchbooks, and half-finished projects.

Relationships

They attract fellow creatives, bonding over shared obsessions and late-night debates. Romance is a collaborative project, a dance of ideas and passions. They challenge partners to see the world differently.

Lifestyle

Their days are unstructured but purposeful, oscillating between deep focus and spontaneous inspiration. The scent of Radio Bombay-warm, resinous, slightly exotic-hangs in their workspace, a reminder of the beauty in alchemy.

Shadow

Their tinkering can become restless, abandoning projects when the initial thrill fades. They may struggle with grounding, lost in the allure of possibility.

Conclusion

Radio Bombay is a fragrance for those who refuse to be bound by convention. It’s a blend of contrasts, a harmony of dissonance. Like the Alchemist, it proves that the most captivating creations arise from daring to mix what others wouldn’t.