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The house of D.S. & Durga gifted the world with 1538 Rheims in 2009. A feminine fragrance rooted in the wood, musk, and floral families. Its authors — perfumers Kavi Ahuja Moltz and David Seth Moltz. The fragrance concentration is eau de parfum.
Country of origin — the United States, and that already says something about the quality. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The olfactory structure of 1538 Rheims is shaped as a layered story, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The creative approach of D.S. & Durga is recognizable in the way notes appear and fade. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de parfum emphasizes a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
The internal accord map rests on these accords: Citrus, Floral, Musc and Wood with each one in a clear role. Additional accords such as Powdery expand the olfactory volume in the background. The gender direction is feminine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
Without strict stage separation the notes arrive together with a peppery-spicy mood: Ginger, Iris, Lily, Patchouli and musk.
The heart and base are felt as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
At the note-group layer the composition is built around Spicy, Floral, Whiteflower and Wood. It also reaches into Musk. From a family perspective the fragrance belongs to Floral, Musk and Wood.
Overall 1538 Rheims holds a coherent structure — the first stage creates momentum, the central phase adds depth, and the base secures the trail. These are the scent structures best understood in wear.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | D.S. & Durga |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.dsanddurga.com |
| Year of production | 2009 |
| Status | Limited edition |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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