Bowmakers D.S. & Durga 2012 Eau de Parfum
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Intoxicating the Synapses
Who doesn't know this?
As a child, you caught yourself sniffing glue, the tip of a marker, motor oils, or ointments.
Even today, I sometimes find myself standing at the gas station (if the prices don't knock me out) and simply enjoying the smell of gasoline. By the way, I am aware that "gasoline sniffing" is not healthy.
I could now philosophize about what exactly causes this, but that's not the topic here.
After all, it's about Bowmakers by D.S. & Durga. So why the introduction? Quite simply, because I had exactly that feeling during my first sniff of the fragrance. A scent I had never experienced in this form before, which was simply addictive to keep smelling.
For days, the thought of finally owning this very unusual fragrance wouldn't leave my mind. But as it befits an extraordinary scent, I wanted the buying experience to be "extraordinary" right on site in the store in New York. So off to Lower Manhattan to one of the only two D.S. & Durga stores. It was fascinating to chat a bit about the brand and to learn that many German visitors specifically stop by the store (so, who among you perfume lovers was that? :D). The almost minimalist shop, where the focus is really on a table with 20 bottles, is super exciting, and indeed some fragrances from the brand are truly exceptional and worth testing.
It's really worth making the trip if you're in New York, especially since there are some nice restaurants and boutiques nearby to linger.
So I happily left the store with a fabric bag and various samples in tow; sometimes it really pays off to show your enthusiasm on site.
Thank you to anyone who has followed my little digression up to this point!
Now finally, to the fragrance itself.
---------- The Fragrance ----------
Primarily, Bowmakers is a woody scent, not overly complex yet fascinating.
It opens directly with the varnish of a violin, which also triggered the associations I described at the beginning. However, if that puts you off, let me assure you that after half an hour, not much of that remains! For me personally, it is precisely the start of the fragrance that makes it so exceptionally special.
The woody DNA remains present throughout and is then underpinned by a bit of sweetness from the resin. The fragrance never becomes too sweet and occasionally allows cypress and moss to shine through, giving it a certain cool freshness.
The longevity is truly remarkable for me; sprayed on in the morning, I can still perceive the fragrance in the evening at the gym, despite different clothes. The sillage, however, is never too intrusive; it is always perceptible like a violin in the background of a concert.
The bottle comes in a nice box and looks good on the shelf with its timeless design.
In summary, for me, this is pure niche and a reason why this hobby brings me such joy. It has been a great discovery for me, and certainly not the last fragrance from D.S. & Durga.
As a child, you caught yourself sniffing glue, the tip of a marker, motor oils, or ointments.
Even today, I sometimes find myself standing at the gas station (if the prices don't knock me out) and simply enjoying the smell of gasoline. By the way, I am aware that "gasoline sniffing" is not healthy.
I could now philosophize about what exactly causes this, but that's not the topic here.
After all, it's about Bowmakers by D.S. & Durga. So why the introduction? Quite simply, because I had exactly that feeling during my first sniff of the fragrance. A scent I had never experienced in this form before, which was simply addictive to keep smelling.
For days, the thought of finally owning this very unusual fragrance wouldn't leave my mind. But as it befits an extraordinary scent, I wanted the buying experience to be "extraordinary" right on site in the store in New York. So off to Lower Manhattan to one of the only two D.S. & Durga stores. It was fascinating to chat a bit about the brand and to learn that many German visitors specifically stop by the store (so, who among you perfume lovers was that? :D). The almost minimalist shop, where the focus is really on a table with 20 bottles, is super exciting, and indeed some fragrances from the brand are truly exceptional and worth testing.
It's really worth making the trip if you're in New York, especially since there are some nice restaurants and boutiques nearby to linger.
So I happily left the store with a fabric bag and various samples in tow; sometimes it really pays off to show your enthusiasm on site.
Thank you to anyone who has followed my little digression up to this point!
Now finally, to the fragrance itself.
---------- The Fragrance ----------
Primarily, Bowmakers is a woody scent, not overly complex yet fascinating.
It opens directly with the varnish of a violin, which also triggered the associations I described at the beginning. However, if that puts you off, let me assure you that after half an hour, not much of that remains! For me personally, it is precisely the start of the fragrance that makes it so exceptionally special.
The woody DNA remains present throughout and is then underpinned by a bit of sweetness from the resin. The fragrance never becomes too sweet and occasionally allows cypress and moss to shine through, giving it a certain cool freshness.
The longevity is truly remarkable for me; sprayed on in the morning, I can still perceive the fragrance in the evening at the gym, despite different clothes. The sillage, however, is never too intrusive; it is always perceptible like a violin in the background of a concert.
The bottle comes in a nice box and looks good on the shelf with its timeless design.
In summary, for me, this is pure niche and a reason why this hobby brings me such joy. It has been a great discovery for me, and certainly not the last fragrance from D.S. & Durga.
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6 Comments
It's unique, but that's why it's a brilliant fragrance for me.