Vio Volta Ds&durga

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2017
Moderate
Sillage
Moderate
Longevity
Fall
Best Season
Evening
Best For

Fragrance Story

Vio Volta by DS&Durga is a Woody fragrance for women and men. Vio Volta was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is David Seth Moltz.

Composition Profile

amber 100%
violet 85%
woody 70%
warm spicy 60%
smoky 50%
patchouli 40%
powdery 35%
green 30%
balsamic 25%
fruity 20%

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

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Violet Violet
Rhubarb Rhubarb
Incense Incense
Patchouli Patchouli
Amberwood Amberwood
Cedar Cedar
Unique Character

Vio Volta 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

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

Character Profile

The Magician Archetype: Portrait of Vio Volta Ds&durga

Essence

The Magician is a transformer, an alchemist of the everyday who sees the potential for change in all things. They are drawn to the liminal spaces between light and shadow, where transformation is possible. Vio Volta embodies this archetype with its unlikely union of violet, rhubarb, and incense. The violet is a flash of ethereal color, the rhubarb a tart, electric jolt, and the incense a smoky, grounding anchor. It is a scent of controlled chaos, a spell cast in a single breath.

Style & Aesthetic

The Magician's style is dramatic and intentional, a blend of the classic and the avant-garde. They might wear a velvet jacket over a simple black shirt, or a piece of antique jewelry with a modern, minimalist outfit. Their aesthetic is one of curated mystery, where every detail is a clue. The deep violet and smoky amber of Vio Volta are reflected in their preference for rich purples, blacks, and charcoals, accented with unexpected flashes of silver or deep red.

Philosophy & Values

The Magician values transformation, creativity, and the power of perception. They believe that reality is not fixed, but something that can be shaped by will and intention. They are fascinated by the hidden connections between things, and they see their work as a form of alchemy, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Their philosophy is one of active engagement with the world: they do not simply observe; they participate in its creation.

Relationships

In relationships, the Magician is charismatic and captivating, drawing others into their orbit with their intensity and vision. They are generous with their insights and can help others see their own potential for change. However, they can be manipulative, using their understanding of human nature to get what they want. They may also be prone to dramatic exits and entrances, keeping others off-balance. They are most at home with those who can appreciate the mystery without needing to solve it.

Lifestyle

The Magician's life is a series of rituals and experiments. They have a practice, whether it is meditation, tarot, or simply a nightly routine of lighting incense and journaling. Their home is a sanctuary of symbols and objects charged with meaning. Vio Volta is their scent of transformation, worn when they need to shift their energy or prepare for a significant moment. They are drawn to the night, to the hours when the veil between worlds is thinnest.

Shadow

The Magician's shadow is a tendency towards manipulation and illusion. Their power to transform can become a tool for control, and their love of mystery can become a love of deception. They may use their charisma to hide their true intentions, or they may become so enamored with their own creations that they lose touch with reality. The smoky, incense-laden heart of Vio Volta can, in its shadow, become a smokescreen, obscuring rather than revealing.

Conclusion

Vio Volta is the scent of the Magician who dances on the edge of the known, who finds power in the unexpected combination. It is a fragrance for those who believe that the world is full of hidden doors, and that with the right key, anything can be transformed.