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DS&Durga · Sold as unisex
Royal Purpure
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, followed by the subtle woody notes that linger on a cozy wooden table.
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Royal PurpurePremium · $100–250How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Royal Purpure by DS&Durga is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. The nose behind this fragrance is David Seth Moltz. This composition opens with a fresh spicy and green topnote, creating an invigorating contrast before settling into a warm woody base that feels both grounding and luxurious. The aromatic elements add depth, making it feel like two scents in one: crisp and vibrant at first, then rich and enveloping.
Two sprays are sufficient as the fresh spicy topnotes dissipate quickly, leaving the warm and enveloping woody base to take center stage. It's best worn during cooler hours when its aromatic depth is most appreciated.
Fig. 01 — Royal Purpure, 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 83%, disliked or hated by 17%.