Deep Dark Vanilla Ds&durga

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2023
Strong
Sillage
Very Good
Longevity
Fall
Best Season
Evening
Best For

Fragrance Story

Deep Dark Vanilla by DS&Durga is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. This is a new fragrance. Deep Dark Vanilla was launched in 2023. The nose behind this fragrance is David Seth Moltz. Top notes are Cabreuva, Orchid and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Vanilla Leaves, Vine and Cypress; base notes are Dark Patchouli, Hay and Vanilla Absolute.

Composition Profile

green 100%
vanilla 85%
fresh spicy 70%
woody 60%
sweet 50%
herbal 40%
aromatic 35%
floral 30%
powdery 25%

About the Perfumer

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.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Cabreuva Cabreuva
Orchid Orchid
Pink Pepper Pink Pepper

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Vanilla Leaves Vanilla Leaves
Vine Vine
Cypress Cypress

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Dark Patchouli Dark Patchouli
Hay Hay
Vanilla Absolute Vanilla Absolute
Unique Character

Deep Dark Vanilla Ds&durga by DS&Durga offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Deep Dark Vanilla Ds&durga embodies the distinctive style of DS&Durga while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Lover Archetype: Portrait of Deep Dark Vanilla Ds&durga

Essence

Archetype: The Enchantress (Aspect of The Lover)

This person is drawn to the intoxicating depth of Deep Dark Vanilla-not the saccharine sweetness of common vanilla, but its shadowed, resinous counterpart. The fragrance is a paradox: warm yet mysterious, familiar yet elusive. It mirrors their essence-someone who thrives in the liminal space between light and dark, between the sensual and the intellectual. The Enchantress archetype defines them, for they wield allure not as mere seduction but as a means of transformation, drawing others into their world with an almost magnetic pull.

Style & Aesthetic

Their tastes are refined but never ostentatious. They prefer the richness of texture-velvet, aged leather, the grain of weathered wood. Their wardrobe leans toward deep, muted tones: burgundy, charcoal, midnight blue. They may wear a single striking piece-a vintage brooch, a heavy silver ring-that hints at hidden narratives. Their home is a sanctuary of curated objects: a well-worn book of poetry, an antique perfume bottle, a candle flickering in a darkened corner.

Music and art are not mere entertainment but portals to deeper feeling. They might lose themselves in the melancholic strains of Nick Cave or the haunting compositions of Arvo Pärt. Their bookshelf holds works by Anaïs Nin, Baudelaire, and Clarice Lispector-writers who explore desire not as indulgence but as a form of knowing.

Their days are structured around moments of sensory indulgence-morning coffee sipped slowly, the weight of a favorite blanket at dusk. They are not ruled by routine but by rhythm, moving through life with an intuitive grace. Work, for them, must have meaning; they are drawn to creative fields-writing, design, psychology-where they can explore the interplay of emotion and form.

Yet their pursuit of depth can tip into excess. They may lose themselves in moods, indulging in melancholy as if it were a fine wine. Their sensuality, when unbalanced, becomes escapism-a refusal to engage with the practical demands of life.

Philosophy & Values

For them, life is not about accumulation but intensity. They believe in the transformative power of beauty, of passion, of the right scent at the right moment. They are not afraid of darkness-they court it, understanding that depth requires shadow. Their philosophy is one of immersion: to feel fully, even when it wounds.

They value authenticity above all, despising the superficial and the performative. Yet this very disdain can become a flaw-an impatience with those who do not share their depth, a tendency to dismiss the mundane as unworthy. Their idealism, while noble, can isolate them.

Relationships

In love, they are both magnetic and elusive. They draw others in with their presence-conversations that linger into the night, touches charged with unspoken meaning. But they guard their core, revealing themselves in layers. They crave connection but fear engulfment, and so they master the art of nearness without surrender.

Their friendships are few but profound. They attract those who sense their depth, but they repel the casual. They are the confidant, the one who listens with an intensity that makes others feel truly seen. Yet their shadow emerges in moments of withdrawal-when the world feels too shallow, and they retreat into solitude, leaving others bewildered by their sudden absence.

Shadow

Their greatest strength-their ability to enchant, to draw others into their world-can become their downfall. When disillusioned, they may retreat entirely, wrapping themselves in cynicism. Their high standards for connection can make them intolerant of human frailty, including their own.

Yet in their best moments, they are a reminder that life is not merely to be lived but to be felt, deeply and without apology. They are the keeper of mysteries, the one who whispers, Look closer. There is more here than you see.

And in the lingering trail of Deep Dark Vanilla, that truth lingers.