Dear Polly
Vilhelm Parfumerie
Good priceDear Polly by Vilhelm Parfumerie ranks among the best perfumes for women .This top greens & herbs fragrance blends Ambergris, Apple, Bergamot, Musk, Oakmoss, Tea notes with greens & herbs, fruits & vegetables, citrus, woods & mosses, musk, amber and animalic accords, earning high praise in our perfume review community. Dear Polly excels as one of the best perfumes for spring or summer, shining during day wear. Our PerfumeRates community ranks Dear Polly as a leading greens & herbs fragrance for women, a must-try from Vilhelm Parfumerie's top perfume brands. Dive into the best perfume reviews, explore top women's fragrances, and discover cheap perfume deals on PerfumeRates!
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summer703
fall645
winter270
day1944
night593
Longevity(1001)
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Sillage(1001)
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Price value(928)
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female (607)
unisex (518)
male (40)
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Ocassions
Main accords
All ocassions
Notes
Ambergris
Apple
Bergamot
Musk
Oakmoss
Tea
Initially, I detected a tart, slightly sharp lemon meringue accord that gradually transitions into a musky citrus fragrance. This is quite enjoyable. As I continued to wear it, I picked up on the smoky undertones - still pleasant, but not as laid-back as I initially thought. It exudes a mature and sophisticated air, evoking an impression of dressing up and going out to a special occasion.
The overpowering smokiness in this perfume is a major turnoff for me, I had to remove it from my skin. While testing another tea-scented fragrance, Indigo Smoke, this week, I found that one was even more unappealing. It's hard for me to understand how anyone could find pleasure in such strong smoke notes - they give off the aroma of barbecued meat and leave a bad taste in my mouth.
I got a sample of this and ended up buying a decant right away. I'm hooked! There's something irresistible about some Vilhelm fragrances - Poets of Berlin and Dear Polly exhibit similar charm to me. As a fan of tea-based perfumes, this one did not let me down. The blend of crisp green apple, tea leaves, and subtle mossy amber is absolutely captivating. This will definitely become a staple for my spring and summer routine! 🌸
I'm surprised by how prominent the Tea note is in this perfume! It's almost overpowering, like a strong black tea that becomes bitter if left steeped for too long. The spicy and peppery undertones aren't my cup of tea either 😐 I was expecting something fresher and crisper from the citrus and apple notes, but instead it takes on a bitter, spicy, and woody quality on my skin 👀 To make matters worse, it has very little longevity - I can barely smell it after a few minutes unless I stick my nose right where I sprayed it!
I find myself torn between two distinct impressions of this perfume. Upon closer inspection, it presents a bitter, almost leathery quality that doesn't entirely resonate with me. However, when I step back and allow the fragrance to envelop me, I'm treated to a sweet, powdery, and light pepper scent that is surprisingly comforting, charming, and distinctive.