Black CherryOpens with
Cacao PodHeart
FireDries down to
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DS&Durga · Sold as unisex
Gateau Blackout
The hushed intimacy of a candlelit dinner, where soft shadows and warm scents create an atmosphere of quiet indulgence.
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Gateau BlackoutPremium · $100–250
44%Similar accords, often for lessMukhallath Shuyookhi · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
The story behind the bottle.
Gateau Blackout by DS&Durga was launched in 2024, crafted by perfumer David Seth Moltz. This scent blends the warmth of spices and smoky incense with rich cacao and woody accords, creating a composition that feels both comforting and mysterious. The top notes of black cherry and pine give way to a heart of jasmine and orris root, before settling into a base of vanilla, musk, and balsamic undertones. It's a fragrance that evokes the cozy intimacy of a well-lit room, where the warmth of the fire contrasts with the subtle smokiness in the air.
Apply this fragrance sparingly — the smoky and woody notes develop best close to the skin. It's perfect for evenings in or formal settings where warmth and depth are appreciated.
Fig. 01 — Gateau Blackout, 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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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 38%, disliked or hated by 8%.