Question 1

What's the difference between No. III Swim and Dear Polly?

Accepted Answer

No. III Swim is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Gabar (2021) dominated by Green accords. Dear Polly is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Vilhelm Parfumerie (2015) leaning on Green accords. They share 3 accords: Green, Fruity, Fresh.

Question 2

Which is better, No. III Swim or Dear Polly?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, No. III Swim scores 4.27/5 vs Dear Polly at 4.02/5. Dear Polly's standout strength: Beautiful, unique tea-forward scent with smoky and incense notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do No. III Swim and Dear Polly smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Green, Fruity, Fresh, Tea, Musk. Dear Polly: Dear Polly is beloved by those who appreciate tea fragrances and find it sensual and well-composed, with excellent performance on some skin types.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, No. III Swim or Dear Polly?

Accepted Answer

Dear Polly: Poor longevity: typically 6-8 hours with minimal projection, sits close to skin Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits No. III Swim vs Dear Polly?

Accepted Answer

No. III Swim scores highest for summer wear; Dear Polly scores highest for spring wear. No. III Swim leans daytime, Dear Polly leans daytime.

No. III Swim vs Dear Polly

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to No. III Swim (9)

Unique to Dear Polly (4)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Dear Polly

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Attribute	No. III Swim	Dear Polly
Brand	Gabar	Vilhelm Parfumerie
Year	2021	2015
Rating	4.27	4.02
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	11	6