by DSH Perfumes
Chinchilla DSH is a deeply animalic, vintage-inspired chypre that unfolds with a thick, honeyed musk and a strong sense of intimacy. It lingers with a warm, skin-like aura that evokes soft fur, leather, and aged resinous qualities. The opening is rich with golden honey, beeswax, and a dewy animalic core featuring civet, castoreum, and hyrax—a bold, tactile nose that some users describe as 'very pretty piss' or a 'soft mink coat.' The fragrance develops into a balanced, cozy gourmand chypre: musky, powdery, and slightly spicy with notes of bergamot, white pepper, cinnamon, and oakmoss. Over time, it mellowed into a dry, earthy, and mildly sweet animalic trail, reminiscent of classic perfumes like La Nuit or Jicky, with a touch of rose, tonka, and gardenia threading through. It doesn't project heavily but radiates quietly, particularly on cooler nights when its warmth feels enveloping and sensual. It wears best in winter and at night, with moderate sillage and moderate longevity that feels delicate but persistent.