Handbook For The Recently Deceased Ds&durga
Fragrance Story
Handbook For The Recently Deceased by DS&Durga is a fragrance for women and men. Handbook For The Recently Deceased was launched in 2021. The nose behind this fragrance is David Seth Moltz. Top notes are Incense and Chalk; middle notes are Woody Notes and Artemisia; base notes are Beeswax, Paper and Patchouli.
Composition Profile
About the Perfumer
Painting That Reflects Handbook For The Recently Deceased Ds&durga

The Demon Seated by Mikhail Vrubel, 1890
This evocative painting captures the complex, mysterious aura of the fragrance. The rich textures and contemplative mood mirror the fragrance's depth and striking presence, while the bold use of color reflects its distinctive character.
Classic Song That Matches Handbook For The Recently Deceased Ds&durga

"Rhapsody in Blue" by George Gershwin, 1924
Like Handbook For The Recently Deceased Ds&durga, Gershwin's masterpiece seamlessly blends contrasting elements into a harmonious whole. The composition's elegant transitions between dynamic and serene passages mirror the fragrance's evolution on skin. Just as this scent brings together traditional and modern elements, "Rhapsody in Blue" merges classical structure with jazz improvisation, creating something sophisticated yet accessible—an auditory parallel to this fragrance's olfactory journey.
Fragrance Notes
Handbook For The Recently Deceased Ds&durga by DS&Durga offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.
Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.
Handbook For The Recently Deceased Ds&durga embodies the distinctive style of DS&Durga while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.
Character Profile
Handbook For The Recently Deceased Ds&durga is Ideal For
The Seeker of the Liminal: A Portrait of the Handbook For The Recently Deceased Enthusiast
The Archetype: The Wanderer
This person is defined by the Wanderer, an archetype that embodies curiosity, restlessness, and a hunger for the unknown. The Wanderer thrives in thresholds—between life and death, reality and myth, the mundane and the mystical. The fragrance Handbook For The Recently Deceased—with its eerie, ethereal blend of ink, ozone, and spectral florals—speaks to their fascination with the unseen, the unresolved, the spaces where meaning is still forming.
They are not content with the obvious. Like Hermes guiding souls to the underworld, they move between worlds, drawn to the edges of experience. The scent is their talisman, a reminder that existence is porous, that mystery lingers just beneath the surface of things.
Life & Aesthetic: A Study in Contradictions
Their style is an elegant collision of the macabre and the refined—a tailored black coat over a shirt with faintly occult embroidery, or a vintage locket containing something unnameable. They favor textures that suggest decay and rebirth: worn leather, brittle parchment, silk that shimmers like mist. Their home is a curated cabinet of curiosities—antique books, dried botanicals, faintly glowing candles in glass jars.
They are drawn to art that unsettles as much as it enchants—Gothic literature, surrealist cinema, music that hovers between melody and dissonance. Their taste is not morbid for morbidity’s sake, but because they find beauty in the unresolved.
Philosophy & Values: The Sacredness of the Unfinished
They reject dogma, preferring the fertile ambiguity of questions over the sterility of answers. To them, life is a series of thresholds—each death (of a relationship, an identity, a belief) is a doorway, not an end. They are drawn to philosophies that embrace impermanence: Zen, existentialism, the alchemical notion of solve et coagula (dissolve and reform).
Their values are rooted in authenticity—not in the trite sense of "being oneself," but in the willingness to confront the shadows, to acknowledge the parts of life that resist neat categorization. They despise pretense, yet they themselves are not immune to it—their own persona is a carefully constructed enigma.
Relationships: Intimacy at a Distance
They attract others effortlessly—their aura of quiet mystery is magnetic. But true closeness is rare. They are the confidant who listens intently, offering insights that feel divined rather than spoken, yet they guard their own depths fiercely. Romantic partners often find themselves chasing a ghost—loving them is like holding smoke.
Their friendships are built on shared fascinations rather than emotional dependency. They are the one who sends cryptic postcards from distant places, who gifts you a book with a single underlined passage that feels like a key to your own soul.
The Shadow: The Exile
The Wanderer’s strength is also their flaw: their refusal to settle can become a form of evasion. They risk becoming the Eternal Exile, always observing, never belonging. Their fascination with the liminal can harden into detachment—a reluctance to commit, to be fully present in the messiness of human connection.
At their worst, they romanticize solitude to the point of self-sabotage. They may mistake alienation for depth, believing that only those who dwell on the edges truly see. But the true test of their wisdom is whether they can step out of the threshold and into the world—not just as an observer, but as a participant.
Conclusion: The Alchemy of the Threshold
They are neither here nor there, and that is precisely where they thrive. The scent of Handbook For The Recently Deceased is their companion in this dance—a reminder that to live fully is to embrace the unknown, to find poetry in the spaces between breaths.
But the question remains: Will they wander forever, or will they one day choose a path and walk it—knowing that even the most certain steps are still a kind of mystery?
Pros
- Exceptional longevity that lasts throughout the day
- Complex evolution offers a rewarding sensory journey
- Versatile enough for various occasions and seasons
- Unique composition stands out from mainstream fragrances
- High-quality ingredients ensure a premium experience
Cons
- May be too intense for casual everyday wear
- Higher price point reflects premium positioning
- Bold projection might be overwhelming in close quarters
- Certain notes may polarize some noses
- Not ideal for those who prefer subtle, skin-close scents
Fictional Characters Who Would Wear This
Harvey Specter
from "Suits"
Confident, polished, and always in control – this scent matches his sophisticated persona.
James Bond
from "007 Series"
Elegant yet dangerous, with a complex character that unfolds over time, just like the fragrance.
Daenerys Targaryen
from "Game of Thrones"
Commands attention with a powerful presence that balances fiery intensity and regal grace.
Sherlock Holmes
from "Sherlock Holmes"
Appreciates complexity and nuance, with a distinctive signature that's easily recognized.
Miranda Priestly
from "The Devil Wears Prada"
Exudes authority and refined taste, with an unapologetic boldness that demands respect.