Guerlain 2022 EDP

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Shalimar Millésime Tonka

by Thierry Wasser , Delphine Jelk

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Guerlain Shalimar Millésime Tonka is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Thierry Wasser and Delphine Jelk. Shalimar Millésime Tonka opens with Bergamot and Almond, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Vanilla and Tonka Bean. Guerlain's Shalimar Millésime Tonka carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

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.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
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Shalimar Millésime Tonka Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Almond61%
Bergamot39%
Heartas listed
Iris42%
Jasmine30%
Rose27%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean54%
Vanilla46%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

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.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Shalimar Millésime Tonka opens with a creamy, almost cherry-like almond and the signature Guerlain bergamot. As it settles, a soft, powdery iris emerges, wrapped in a rich vanilla. The lengthy drydown is dominated by a warm, enveloping tonka bean, adding depth and a touch of roasted sweetness without ever becoming sickly. Hints of animalic leather peek through, grounding the sweet accords.

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