Deep Dark Vanilla
“Deep Dark Vanilla by DS&Durga is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
A polarising scent — a green, woody composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Deep Dark Vanilla by DS&Durga is a composition that balances the warmth of vanilla with unexpected green and spicy notes. Launched in 2023 and crafted by perfumer David Seth Moltz, this fragrance opens with cabreuva and pink pepper, adding an invigorating freshness to the rich vanilla heart. The base notes of dark patchouli and hay lend a deep earthiness that grounds the sweetness. This is not just another vanilla scent; it's a nuanced blend that keeps the senses engaged throughout its evolution.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply two sprays to capture both the initial freshness and the deeper vanilla nuances. This fragrance develops best close to skin rather than in the air, so aim for pulse points where warmth can enhance its complexity.
David Seth Moltz
Founding perfumer · 109 fragrances
Designer DS&Durga
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The story behind the bottle.
The intimacy of an autumn evening, where the air is crisp and scented with earthy notes of hay and patchouli, yet warmed by a rich vanilla presence.
Fig. 01 — Deep Dark Vanilla, DS&Durga
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