LimeOpens with
CypressHeart
AmberwoodDries down to
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DS&Durga · Sold as unisex
Roman Ruin Cypress
The sun-warmed stones of an ancient ruin, where the air is crisp with citrus and aromatic herbs.
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Roman Ruin CypressPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessDNWR · 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.
Roman Ruin Cypress by DS&Durga is a fragrance that captures the essence of ancient ruins under the Mediterranean sun. Created in 2023 by perfumers David Seth Moltz and Kavi Moltz, this composition opens with bright citrus notes like lime and bergamot, evoking the freshness of a sunny day. The heart of cypress and rosemary adds an aromatic warmth, while the base of amberwood and labdanum brings a rich, earthy depth that feels both lasting and grounded.
Roman Ruin Cypress has a strong opening that fades quickly into its heart notes. A single generous spray on pulse points will ensure you capture both the bright freshness and the warm earthiness as it develops throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Roman Ruin Cypress, 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.
Co-created with Kavi Moltz
Designer DS&Durga
More from the house · founded 2007 · United States
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