DGAF

DGAF by Born to Stand Out is a unisex Eau de Parfum created by perfumer Christophe Raynaud, launched in 2023. The name, an unapologetically rebellious acronym, sums up the brand's spirit: a fragrance for those who don't ask permission to be themselves.

The Fragrance

DGAF comes from the idea of freedom without compromise: a fragrance that refuses half measures and builds a bold path, from a lively opening to a rich, enveloping base. It doesn't try to please everyone, only those who want a scent with real edge.

How It Evolves on Skin

DGAF opens with a hit of Calabrian bergamot and citrus, deepened by a touch of sage and the powdery dust of violet. The heart grows richer and more complex, with sandalwood meeting incense, pepper and Bulgarian rose in an accord that balances vigor and sophistication. The base closes on amber, black balsam and tonka bean, with cashmeran and musk building a soft, enveloping foundation that carries the fragrance through to its final hours.

Who We Recommend DGAF To

DGAF is designed for those who love citrus-woody fragrances but also want a more pronounced spicy, ambery depth. It's a versatile fragrance, suited to wear year-round but especially at home in the in-between seasons. It works well as a unisex fragrance, for anyone who wants a scent that reflects a direct, unfiltered attitude.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

DGAF is a fragrance that makes no effort to be accommodating, and that's exactly what makes it stand out: the citrus opening is just a prelude to a heart and base that turn out to be much richer than expected. It's a scent we recommend to anyone who wants a woody-spicy fragrance with more structure than usual.

Similar Fragrances

• Cuir Sahib 603 by Bon Parfumeur shares violet, incense, tonka bean and cashmeran with DGAF, but develops them around a heart of cypress and clary sage with a leathery base: for anyone who loves the same aromatic-ambery register in a drier key.
• Dubai Meydan by The Spirit of Dubai shares cashmeran, musk and amber with DGAF, but takes them toward a more oriental profile with tobacco, oud and leather: for anyone who loves the same ambery base in a bolder, spicier guise.
• Rouge Smoking by BDK Parfums shares cashmeran and tonka bean with DGAF, but develops them from a cherry and pink berries opening instead of citrus and sage: for anyone who loves the same ambery base with a sweeter entrance.

FAQ

What does the name DGAF mean?
It's an informal acronym that evokes an attitude of complete freedom and ease: the name reflects the fragrance's own bold, uncompromising character.

Is DGAF more of a citrus or a woody fragrance?
It opens as a citrus-aromatic scent with bergamot and sage, but the heart of sandalwood, incense and Bulgarian rose and the ambery base quickly shift it toward a woody-oriental register.

What occasions suit DGAF best?
It's a versatile fragrance that works for many occasions, but it's at its best in the in-between seasons, when the balance between citrus freshness and the ambery-woody base comes through most clearly.

Product Information

Brand

Born to Stand Out

Name

DGAF

Concentration

Eau de Parfum

Size

50ml

Olfactory Family

Woody

Launch Year

2023

Made in

South Korea