2021
St Vetyver
David Seth MoltzThe nose · 109 fragrances · also made Debaser (2015)Portrait →

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DS&Durga  ·  Sold as unisex

St Vetyver

The scent of a late afternoon walk along the beach, where sea air mingles with the earthy aroma of grass and wood, punctuated by the subtle sweetness of citrus.

4.08432 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
woodyherbalaromaticsweetearthywarm spicy
St VetyverPremium · $100–250
32%Similar accords, often for lessKenzo Homme Eau de Toilette Intense · KenzoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares pink pepper and vetiver8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate45% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak1%
Weak5%
Moderate50%
Long lasting40%
Eternal5%
SillageModerate21% say strong or enormous
Intimate11%
Moderate68%
Strong20%
Enormous1%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine58%
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Unisex40%
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Feminine2%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

St. Vetyver by DS&Durga was launched in 2021 and crafted by perfumer David Seth Moltz. This Oriental Woody fragrance is a harmonious blend of earthy vetiver, aromatic seagrass, and warm spices like pink pepper and clove leaf. The composition opens with the brightness of bitter orange and rhum agricole, creating a dynamic interplay between fresh citrus and rich, woody notes. As it settles, St. Vetyver reveals a complex base that includes hat straw and breadnut, adding layers of warmth and depth.

How to wear it

St. Vetyver has a slow development, so it's best to apply it an hour before you need it to fully bloom on your skin. The vetiver base is particularly warm, making this fragrance ideal for cooler evenings or layering under a jacket in transitional weather.

Fig. 01 — St Vetyver, DS&Durga

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03 · The nose

David Seth Moltz

Unusual landscapes, forgotten histories

S. & 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.

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Designer DS&Durga

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Adds amber, fresh spicy and patchouli; shares four accords.

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What people
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4.08/ 5 · 432 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 10%.

Love41%
Like38%
OK11%
Dislike8%
Hate2%
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