D.S. & Durga Notorious Oud
D.S. & Durga is an independent Brooklyn-based fragrance house founded by Kilian Hennessy and David Moltz, known for creating unconventional scents that prioritize raw materials and artistic intent over commercial appeal. The brand has built a reputation for boldness and originality since its launch.
Notorious Oud opens with a sharp, medicinal top of saffron and camphor, with green galbanum cutting through the spice. The heart settles into a rich agarwood accord softened by Bulgarian rose and lavender, creating a slightly floral counterpoint to the woody intensity. The base is where things get interesting -- cetalox and papyrus provide clean structure, but civet adds a distinctly animalic, skin-like quality that gives the fragrance its somewhat feral character. The overall effect is a woody amber with prominent musky and animalic undertones, less refined than a typical oud composition and more textured.
This fragrance suits someone comfortable with challenging scents who wants oud presented without apology. It works best in cooler months when the density feels appropriate, though it can work year-round for those committed to its particular aesthetic. It's unisex in the truest sense, leaning neither masculine nor feminine. If you're drawn to The Mystic, The Cipher, and The Homesteader, you'll likely appreciate this one's uncompromising approach.
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