Roberto Cavalli 2022 EDP

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Sublime Tonka

by Pierre-Constantin Guéros

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Roberto Cavalli Sublime Tonka is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Pierre-Constantin Guéros. Sublime Tonka opens with Geranium, Cinnamon, and Elemi, settles into a heart of Tobacco, Frankincense, and Clary Sage, and dries down to a base of Bran, Wheat, and Tonka Bean. Roberto Cavalli's Sublime Tonka carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Seriously underrated, this is a sophisticated upgrade for anyone after a rich, aromatic tobacco and tonka blend, especially if you miss Pure Tonka. A true sleeper hit that deserves more hype.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Confident
  • Sensual
Sublime Tonka Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter

A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its impressive longevity and moderate sillage make it a bold choice. Best suited for cooler weather and evening wear, it shines on dates and formal events where its rich, spicy character can command attention without overwhelming.

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

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

Sublime Tonka opens with a lively, almost zesty burst from elemi and a perfectly spiced cinnamon, balanced by the green touch of geranium. As it settles, a smoky, deep heart of tobacco and frankincense emerges, grounded by the earthy, herbal nuances of clary sage. The base envelops you in a dense, creamy tonka bean, enriched by the unexpected texture of bran and wheat, creating a subtly gourmand dry-down that's warm and inviting.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 23 September


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