Vintage Fruit
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2022 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Shalimar Millésime Tonka
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Which Should You Buy?
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Guerlain Shalimar Millesime Tonka - a sweet fragrance led by Bergamot, Bitter Almond, with floral depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
A modern, sophisticated Shalimar flanker, Tonka proves to be a crowd-pleaser, delivering a smooth, slightly boozy take on the classic. Guerlain's decision to make this a limited edition has only fuelled its legendary status and desirability. Expect to pay a pretty penny on the secondary market.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 11% |
| Floral | 30% | 29% |
| Fruity | 2% | 1% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 46% | 48% |
| Warm | 9% | 9% |
| Woody | 2% | 3% |
| Earthy | 6% | 8% |
| Animalic | 2% | 1% |
| Fresh | 9% | 7% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Reach for it across autumn and winter, where the sweet signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits evening and daily settings; the easy, cosy character keeps it versatile for formal rotation too.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its rich, deep, and long-lasting nature makes it excellent for dates or formal events where you want to make an impression. While it's sophisticated enough for some office environments, its strong projection means it's best applied lightly to avoid overwhelming colleagues. It's generally too heavy for casual daytime wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Vanilla, Sweet accords and Tonka Bean, Almond notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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