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DS&Durga · Sold as masculine
Barbados
The sun-drenched patio of a historic Caribbean villa, where the air is filled with the scent of rum cocktails and the sound of gentle waves.
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BarbadosPremium · $100–250
47%Similar accords, often for lessEscada Sentiment pour Homme · EscadaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares lime, sandalwood and nutmeg8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Barbados by DS&Durga is a Woody Spicy fragrance created by David Seth Moltz, capturing the essence of a warm and inviting island escape. The composition opens with fresh spicy notes and citrus that evoke the bright sun and refreshing sea air. As it evolves, camphor and rum add depth, creating a distinctive blend of earthy warmth and subtle sweetness. The woody and coniferous base anchors this fragrance, giving it a grounding presence that feels both intimate and comforting.
Given its poor longevity and intimate sillage, apply this fragrance just before you leave for the day. The fresh spicy and citrus notes will be most noticeable in the first hour, while the warm woody base will linger close to your skin throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Barbados, DS&Durga
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David Seth Moltz
Unusual landscapes, forgotten historiesS. & Durga in 2008. His fragrances tell stories of specific, often overlooked moments in time and place, such as El Cosmico, created for a trailer and teepee campsite in the high desert of West Texas.
Designer DS&Durga
More from the house · founded 2007 · United States
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The originalBarbadosDS&Durga · Premium · $100–250Escada · 2002Escada Sentiment pour HommeShares Lime, Sandalwood and Nutmeg$40–100★ 4.21 (610)47%Match
Ajmal · 2010TitaniumShares Lime, Sandalwood and Nutmegunder $40★ 3.81 (75)41%Match
Davidoff · 2016Davidoff Amber BlendShares Rum, Sandalwood and Nutmegunder $40★ 4.51 (262)
With DS&Durga King Majesty Bergamot Chypre
Adds amber, earthy and patchouli; shares four accords.
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What people
are saying.
Still under the radar: loved by 17%, disliked or hated by 33%.