DriftwoodOpens with
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Powdery NotesDries down to
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DS&Durga · Sold as unisex
First Light Five Boroughs
The crisp clarity of a morning commute through bustling streets, where the scent of fresh earth meets the subtle musk of leather and concrete.
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First Light Five BoroughsPremium · $100–250
43%Similar accords, often for lessFleurs Sublimes For Him · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · all 3 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
First Light Five Boroughs by DS&Durga was launched in 2020, crafted by perfumer David Seth Moltz. This Floral Woody Musk fragrance is an embodiment of the dynamic energy and diverse landscapes of New York City. The composition opens with a bright citrus-green accord that captures the freshness of dawn, transitioning into a heart of violet and heliotrope for a floral warmth. The base notes of driftwood and musk evoke the city's enduring spirit, blending natural and urban elements seamlessly.
Apply two sprays to ensure the driftwood base notes have time to develop. This fragrance is best experienced close to the skin, making it perfect for daytime wear when you want a subtle yet distinct presence.
Fig. 01 — First Light Five Boroughs, 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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Still under the radar: loved by 10%, disliked or hated by 30%.