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DS&Durga · Sold as masculine
Orris Root
The quiet intimacy of an old library where the scent of iris roots blends with the musty earth and aged wood, creating a cocoon of calm.
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Orris RootPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessFearless · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares orris root8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
David Seth Moltz crafted Orris Root by DS&Durga as a woody fragrance that captures the essence of earthy, powdery iris. This composition opens with a bright and crisp iridescent note before gradually transitioning into a heart of soft florals and powdery accords. The base notes envelop you in a warm and comforting embrace, grounded by woody undertones. Orris Root is a proof of the brand's commitment to collecting and handcrafting essences from around the world.
Given its moderate longevity and intimate sillage, Orris Root is best applied close to the skin for a personal, cozy experience. One or two sprays are sufficient as the powdery and woody base notes develop over time.
Fig. 01 — Orris Root, 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 originalOrris RootDS&Durga · Premium · $100–250Victoria's Secret · 2014FearlessShares Orris rootunder $40★ 3.87 (309)50%Match
Zara · 2019White SohoShares Orris rootunder $40★ 4.66 (140)52%Match
Victoria's Secret · 2013Victoria's Secret Bombshell Italian IrisShares Orris rootunder $40★ 4.09 (56)
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 40%, disliked or hated by 20%.