Arabians Tonka
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Arabians Tonka is notorious - a divisive, beast-mode Oud fragrance that demands attention, for better or worse. You'll either adore its sweet, powerful sillage or find it utterly overwhelming. It truly is a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
A budget take on Montale Arabians Tonka. The sharp saffron-and-rose opening over sweet tonka, amber and oud captures the original's rich, sweet-oriental powerhouse; the dupe runs a touch flatter and less nuanced, and while it projects well it gives up some of Montale's famously beastly longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 16% | 12% |
| Floral | 6% | 18% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 5% | 4% |
| Sweet | 29% | 23% |
| Warm | 28% | 22% |
| Woody | 5% | 15% |
| Earthy | 17% | 17% |
| Animalic | 17% | 20% |
| Fresh | 10% | 8% |
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Notes
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Top Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its immense sillage and longevity make it unsuitable for sensitive environments like the office. It's best reserved for date nights, clubbing, and formal events, especially in colder weather, where its powerful presence can shine without overwhelming.
Seasons
The sweet saffron-tonka-oud richness is a cold-weather powerhouse, glorious in autumn and winter and far too heavy and sweet for summer heat.
Occasions
A bold, sweet-oriental statement scent built for evenings and dates; its sweetness and projection make it a lot for the office or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Warm Spicy, Amber accords and Bergamot, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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