OakmossOpens with
Water PepperHeart
Water NotesDries down to
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DS&Durga · Sold as unisex
Pale Grey Mountain Small Black Lake
The quiet solitude of a misty mountain hike, where water trickles over moss and heather blooms underfoot.
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Pale Grey Mountain Small Black LakePremium · $100–250How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2013 by DS&Durga, Pale Grey Mountain Small Black Lake is a composition crafted by David Seth Moltz that evokes the essence of a mossy, woody landscape. The fragrance opens with water notes and oakmoss, creating an immediate sense of freshness and earthiness. Heather and violet add floral nuances, while water pepper introduces a subtle spiciness. Beech and blackberry in the base offer warmth and depth, grounding the composition in its natural inspiration.
This fragrance leans towards close-to-skin application rather than filling the room. One or two sprays will allow the earthy freshness to develop naturally throughout the day, making it ideal for daytime wear.
Fig. 01 — Pale Grey Mountain Small Black Lake, 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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