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Vilhelm Parfumerie · Sold as unisex
Dear Lord
The cozy nook of a well-loved library where the crispness of bergamot meets the rich earthiness of papyrus, enveloped by the gentle warmth of vanilla and sandalwood.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Dear LordLuxury · $250+
49%Similar accords, often for lessThis Is Love! for Him · Zadig & VoltaireMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares bergamot and sandalwood8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Dear Lord by Vilhelm Parfumerie is a Woody fragrance that opens with a bright touch of bergamot before transitioning into an earthy heart of papyrus. As it develops on the skin, creamy vanilla and smooth sandalwood provide depth and warmth, supported by the distinctive presence of palo santo. This composition balances freshness with a rounded, resinous warmth, creating a soft and comforting scent profile that is both modern and lasting.
Two sprays on each wrist provide ample coverage. The top note of bergamot is bright but fleeting, so allow a few minutes for the creamy vanilla and smooth sandalwood to emerge. This fragrance pairs well with cooler weather, where its warm spices and woody notes can fully unfold.
Fig. 01 — Dear Lord, Vilhelm Parfumerie
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The originalDear LordVilhelm Parfumerie · Luxury · $250+Zadig & Voltaire · 2020This Is Love! for HimShares Bergamot and Sandalwood$40–100★ 3.77 (420)50%Match
Zara · 2022For Him 2022Shares Bergamot and Sandalwoodunder $40★ 4.30 (268)51%Match
Zara · 2018Zara For Him 2018Shares Bergamot and Sandalwoodunder $40★ 4.09 (171)50%Match
Zara · 2019Fresh SandalwoodShares Bergamot and Sandalwoodunder $40★ 4.01 (68)
With Vilhelm Parfumerie Dear Polly
Adds green, fresh and fresh spicy; shares bergamot.
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What people
are saying.
A polarising scent: loved by 21%, disliked or hated by 30%.