Best To My Father Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to To My Father by Vilhelm Parfumerie. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to To My Father by Vilhelm Parfumerie are: 1. Encre Noire by Lalique (61% match), 2. By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (48% match), 3. Angels' Share by By Kilian (46% match), 4. Ganymede Marc-Antoine Barrois perfume by Marc Antoine Barrois (45% match), 5. L'Homme Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent (44% match).
Accord Profile
Woody
100%
Whiskey
55%
Aromatic
43%
Leather
34%
Citrus
22%
Fresh Spicy
19%
Musky
18%
Floral
17%
Affordable Alternatives
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Shared Accords
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Woody
Shared Notes (1)
oak
#445% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
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WoodyLeatherMusky
#544% matchPremium
Shared Accords
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Shared Notes (2)
bitter orange, oak
#640% matchMid-Range
Shared Accords
WoodyAromaticLeatherFresh Spicy
Shared Notes (1)
oak
#739% matchPremium
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#839% matchPremium
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Community Sentiment Pulse — To My Father
Mixed22 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Community interest in "To My Father" appears modest based on limited Reddit discussion. While the whisky, oak, and leather note combination generated initial intrigue, there is insufficient user feedback to establish strong consensus. The fragrance benefits from Vilhelm's niche reputation but faces typical barriers of accessibility and high sampling costs that limit broader community engagement.
Positive
- Interesting note combination (whisky, oak, leather)
- Thematic appeal for Father's Day gifting
- From respected niche house Vilhelm Parfumerie
Negative
- Limited community discussion and reviews available
- High sampling costs for niche releases
- Vilhelm fragrances can be difficult to access
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for To My Father?+
The top dupes for To My Father by Vilhelm Parfumerie ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Encre Noire by Lalique (61% match); By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (48% match); Angels' Share by By Kilian (46% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from To My Father's pyramid.
Are dupes of To My Father worth buying?+
Dupes target the same accord/note profile at a lower price. The trade-offs are usually shorter longevity, weaker projection, and simpler note development. The original To My Father scores 6.5/10 with 22 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to To My Father?+
Similarity is scored as: accord cosine (40 points), shared notes (30), curated similar-perfumes list (20), and rating proximity (10). A score of 70+ means a strong match; 50–70 is noticeable similarity with its own character; below 50 is a distant cousin.
What accords should I look for in a To My Father dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Woody (100%), Whiskey (55%), Aromatic (43%), Leather (34%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.