Shalimar Millésime Tonka

Shalimar Millésime Tonka is an elegant, powdery gourmand interpretation of the iconic Shalimar, with a focus on creamy almond and tonka bean. The opening features a sharp, slightly bitter almond and bergamot note that fades quickly into a soft, velvety heart of iris, jasmine, and light floral powder. The development reveals a warm, buttery tonka and vanilla base with a subtle, sweet-amber backbone that gives depth and longevity without becoming cloying. It is notably less animalic and smoky than the original Shalimar, with a refined, modern tactility that recalls Feve Délicieuse or Cuir Beluga, but with less sweetness and more structure. On most skin types, it projects moderately and lasts for several hours, with the dry down leaning powdery and softly balsamic—especially in cool weather. While some find it too delicate or powdery, others cherish its comforting, enveloping quality like a velvet cocoon. Overall, it is a thoughtful evolution of Shalimar that appeals to aficionados who appreciate tonka-dominant, soft gourmands with modern sensibility.