Tonka Imperiale
“Tonka Imperiale by Guerlain is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
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A community favourite — a sweet, amber composition with a almond undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2010 by Guerlain and crafted by Thierry Wasser, Tonka Imperiale is an Oriental fragrance that deftly balances sweet and woody notes with aromatic complexity. The composition begins with the bright zest of bergamot and rosemary before transitioning into a rich heart of tonka bean, jasmine, and incense. A warm base of tobacco, cedar, and pine rounds out this scent, creating a luxurious and enveloping aroma that captures both sophistication and warmth.
Composition & Character
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How It Wears
Application Tips
Tonka Imperiale is best applied to pulse points for its warmth to develop fully. The fragrance takes about an hour to settle on skin, so plan accordingly — one or two sprays should be enough to enjoy its full depth without overpowering.
Thierry Wasser
Founding perfumer · 253 fragrances · French
Thierry Wasser is a contemporary perfumer who as of 2008 was appointed as the in-house perfumer of Guerlain. Prior to this he worked under the fragrance firms Firmenich and Givaudan.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet luxury of an intimate dinner, where the warm glow of candles enhances the rich notes of vanilla and tobacco, creating a cocoon of aromatic comfort.
Fig. 01 — Tonka Imperiale, Guerlain
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