A radiant, multifaceted interpretation of the Tonka bean
Enlivened by bitter almond and vanilla, its smooth accents and imperial facets are charmingly teased by the aromatic freshness of rosemary.
The fragrance artist’s touch
"If it were a painting, a canvas depicting the imperial feasts of Napoleon III."
Tonka Impériale evokes the opulence of the Second Empire, as transcribed on canvas in great splendour by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux. These Parisian celebrations gave Guerlain a certain taste for all things gold and baroque.
Tonka bean
One of the treasures found in the Guerlinade, Tonka bean absolute builds the irresistible trail of Tonka Impériale with its almond, tobacco and spicy facets.
The Tonka tree produces a precious fruit whose renowned beans are dried and crushed in order to extract the absolute.
Transcending time and trends, the Tonka bean asserts itself in the House’s most legendary compositions.
In the Perfumer’s words
THE ART OF BOTTLING
Taking inspiration from the Guerlain heritage Square Bottle (1870), the L’Art & La Matière bottle is an exceptional object whose design exudes unisex sophistication steeped with modernity.
Made by Pochet du Courval—historic glassmaker of the House—it is infinitely refillable at selected Guerlain Boutiques.
IN THE NAME OF BEAUTY
GUERLAIN IS COMMITTED AND TAKES ACTIONS
Since 2007, Guerlain is committed to preserving biodiversity, innovating sustainably, acting for the climate and creating a positive social impact. Above all, we seek to protect one of Nature’s most precious wonders: bees.
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