I Don't Know What by D.S. & Durga
Brand: D.S. & Durga
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A transparent skin enhancer built to layer: clean bergamot over a glowing Iso E Super and vetiver heart, with warm musk, amber and a touch of civettone close to the skin.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2018 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Iso E Super, Vetiver, Civet, Ambroxan, Musk
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Iso E Super
- Vetiver
Base Notes
- Civet
- Ambroxan
- Musk
Occasions: Casual, Office, Daytime
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
I Don't Know What by D.S. & Durga belongs to the musky fragrance family. A transparent skin enhancer built to layer: clean bergamot over a glowing Iso E Super and vetiver heart, with warm musk, amber and a touch of civettone close to the skin. I Don't Know What opens with Bergamot. The heart brings Iso E Super and Vetiver. It dries down to Civet, Ambroxan, and Musk.
How to wear I Don't Know What
On skin, I Don't Know What by D.S. & Durga has good longevity, soft projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, fall, and winter. Reach for it for casual, office, and daytime. Its best layering match in the catalog is Viking Cologne by Creed. Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Viking Cologne on top for fougère lift. Start with 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 2 sprays Viking Cologne and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
I Don't Know What opens with Bergamot.
The heart brings Iso E Super and Vetiver.
It dries down to Civet, Ambroxan, and Musk.
What to layer with I Don't Know What
Viking Cologne by Creed
Good With Adjustments · 70/99
Viking Cologne brings a fougère contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and musk.
Order: Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Viking Cologne on top for fougère lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 2 sprays Viking Cologne
The Hedonist by Ex Nihilo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Good With Adjustments · 70/99
The Hedonist brings a woody contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and musk.
Order: Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Hedonist on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 1 spray The Hedonist
Shalimar by Guerlain
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Good With Adjustments · 70/99
Shalimar brings an oriental spicy contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and civet.
Order: Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Shalimar on top for oriental spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 2 sprays Shalimar
Bal d'Afrique Absolu by Byredo
Good With Adjustments · 70/99
Bal d'Afrique Absolu brings a floral woody musk contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and musk.
Order: Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bal d'Afrique Absolu on top for floral woody musk lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 2 sprays Bal d'Afrique Absolu
Vetiver Extraordinaire by Frédéric Malle
Good With Adjustments · 70/99
Vetiver Extraordinaire brings a woody contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and musk.
Order: Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vetiver Extraordinaire on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 2 sprays Vetiver Extraordinaire
Pairings to approach with care
Guilty Intense Pour Homme by Gucci
Not Recommended · 30/99
Guilty Intense Pour Homme has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Guilty Intense Pour Homme brings a woody contrast to this musky scent.
Order: Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Guilty Intense Pour Homme on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 1 spray Guilty Intense Pour Homme
Spicebomb Infrared by Viktor & Rolf
Not Recommended · 30/99
Spicebomb Infrared has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Spicebomb Infrared brings a spicy contrast to this musky scent.
Order: Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Spicebomb Infrared on top for spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 1 spray Spicebomb Infrared
Related fragrances and why
- Viking Cologne by Creed — Both include bergamot, vetiver, and musk.
- The Hedonist by Ex NihiloBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, vetiver, and musk.
- Shalimar by GuerlainBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, vetiver, and civet.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for I Don't Know What?
I Don't Know What opens with Bergamot. The heart brings Iso E Super and Vetiver. It dries down to Civet, Ambroxan, and Musk.
How long does I Don't Know What last, and how strong is it?
I Don't Know What by D.S. & Durga has good longevity, soft projection, an intensity of 4/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear I Don't Know What?
It's best in spring, summer, fall, and winter. It suits casual, office, and daytime.
What layers well with I Don't Know What?
Viking Cologne by Creed is its strongest match (70% compatibility). Viking Cologne brings a fougère contrast to this musky scent, and they share bergamot, vetiver, and musk. Apply I Don't Know What first as your base layer. Its musky character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Viking Cologne on top for fougère lift. Start with 2 sprays I Don't Know What : 2 sprays Viking Cologne.
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