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DS & DURGA
ST. VETYVER
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$225
Description
St. Vetyver is a robust cologne that transports you to balmy Caribbean evenings with soft island grass and sunbaked citrus where the tradewinds blow. This high-quality vision of vetiver is set amongst Caribbean plants and objects, featuring pure aged distillate of Haitian vetyver expanded with sweet notes of cane plant and spiced rhum. Fresh island grass and tropical citrus complete this elegant symphonic perfume that pays homage to the famous Caribbean colognes of sailors and lovers of the sea.
Perfumer: David Seth Moltz
Scent Profile
Amber Woody
Warm Vetiver
Tropical Citrus
Boozy Rum
Grassy
Spicy
Notes
Top Notes
Sour Orange
Pink PepperSea Grass
Middle Notes
Cane
Clove Leaf
Toquilla Straw
Base Notes
Vetyver
Breadnut
Rhum Agricole
About DS & DURGA
D.S. & Durga is a Brooklyn-based niche fragrance house founded by David Seth Moltz and Kavi Moltz, known for its storytelling approach to scent. Blending art, music, and history, the brand creates bold, transportive fragrances like Debaser and Bowmakers, crafted from high-quality materials and presented with a modern, minimalist aesthetic.
Perfumer
David Seth Moltz
David Seth Moltz is an American perfumer and co-founder of D.S. & Durga, the Brooklyn-based niche fragrance house he runs with designer Kavi Moltz. A self-taught perfumer with a love for music and storytelling, he creates concept-driven scents inspired by history, Americana, and myth—translating vivid narratives into bold, modern compositions.
Reviews
5.0
Excellent3 reviews
Ministry of Scent
5.0/5 • 3 reviews
Community Insights
St. Vetyver receives praise for its unique and intriguing interpretation of vetiver, with reviewers highlighting its most uncommon notes pyramid among all vetiver-dominant fragrances. The fragrance successfully evokes a memorable tropical vacation through its distinctive blend of rum, reed, and straw hat accords combined with grassy vetiver.
Pros
Unique composition: Features the most intriguing and uncommon notes pyramid among vetiver fragrances, expertly blending smooth vetiver with sunbaked citrus and clove-spiced rum
Tropical authenticity: Successfully captures the essence of Caribbean islands with salt-infused island grass, aged Haitian vetiver distillate, and the distinctive smell of rum and straw
High-quality materials: Uses pure aged distillate of vetiver combined with sweet cane plant notes creating an elegant symphonic perfume that updates old world classics to modern tastes
Cons
Niche appeal: The unconventional Caribbean-inspired vetiver interpretation may not satisfy those seeking traditional earthy or rooty vetiver fragrances
Complex character: The boozy rum and tropical grass notes create a specific warm, balmy profile that works best in appropriate seasonal or evening contexts rather than as an everyday scent
Comparisons
Caribbean colognes of sailors: Pays direct homage to famous historical Caribbean colognes while offering a modern niche interpretation with higher quality materials
Traditional vetiver fragrances: Differs significantly by emphasizing golden, boozy, and warm facets rather than the typical cool, smoky, or earthy characteristics
Vibe & Emotions
Tropical escape: Evokes balmy Caribbean evenings and memorable island vacations through its distinctive blend of grass, citrus, and rum
Maritime romance: Channels the spirit of sailors and lovers of the sea with its robust yet elegant composition
Warm sophistication: Creates a golden, boozy warmth that feels both relaxed and refined for evening wear
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