Metallic notesOpens with
Coconut MilkHeart
MuskDries down to
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DS&Durga · Sold as unisex
Spirit Lamp
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, where crisp metallic notes meet warm, comforting musk and coconut.
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Spirit LampPremium · $100–250
36%Similar accords, often for lessIf You Musk · Bath & Body WorksBudget tier, under $40 · shares iris and musk8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Spirit Lamp by DS&Durga, launched in 2016 and crafted by perfumer David Seth Moltz, is a distinctive composition that blends metallic notes with powdery musk and coconut milk. The fragrance opens with the freshness of petitgrain and white ginger, creating an intriguing tension between its industrial metallic elements and its warm, sweet undertones. This contrast is further emphasized by the heart of iris and musk, which adds depth and complexity to the overall scent.
Apply Spirit Lamp to pulse points for a lasting effect — the metallic top notes are bright but fleeting. The powdery musk base takes about an hour to fully bloom, so give it time to settle before heading out. Best worn in cooler settings where its warmth can shine.
Fig. 01 — Spirit Lamp, 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.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 14%, disliked or hated by 29%.