Dear Polly
green up front, then citrus, settling into fresh.
About
Dear Polly by Vilhelm Parfumerie is a Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Dear Polly was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Jérôme Epinette. Top notes are Bergamot and Apple; middle note is Black Tea; base notes are Black Amber, Musk and Oakmoss. "Dear Polly is a…
Nose: Jérôme Epinette
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Vilhelm Parfumerie picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Dear Polly smell like?
green up front, then citrus, settling into fresh. Dominant accords: green, citrus, fresh.
What notes are in Dear Polly?
Top: Bergamot, Apple. Heart: Black Tea. Base: Black Amber, Musk, Oakmoss.
How long does Dear Polly last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Dear Polly loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Dear Polly best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Summer is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Dear Polly?
Day wear leads at 77%. Night is a secondary pick at 23%.
Is Dear Polly for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 46% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Dear Polly?
Composed by Jérôme Epinette. Released in 2015.
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