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Velvet Tonka by BDK Parfums

BDK Parfums · 2021 · EDP

Velvet Tonka

Amber Vanilla

A plush, honeyed gourmand of tonka bean and white florals laid over creamy sandalwood and vanilla.

4.4/ 5
4,180 votes

The Composition

Note pyramid.

Composed by Alexandra Carlin. A unisex fragrance for autumn & winter.

Top notes

the opening
  • Bergamot
    Bergamot
  • Mandarin Orange
    Mandarin Orange
  • Honey
    Honey

Heart notes

the soul
  • Tuberose
  • Mimosa
    Mimosa
  • Jasmine
    Jasmine

Base notes

the trail
  • Tonka Bean
    Tonka Bean
  • Sandalwood
    Sandalwood
  • Vanilla
    Vanilla
  • Benzoin
    Benzoin

Scent Profile

The fingerprint.

Freshness50
Warmth50
Sweetness50
Smokiness40
Florality50
Woodiness50

Performance

Longevity4/5
Sillage4/5
Projection4/5

Wearable in

SeasonAutumn · Winter
OccasionSignature
GenderUnisex
FamilyAmber Vanilla

Main accords

sweetfloralwarm spicyvanilla

Signature Moodboard

The world this scent lives in.

Boozy, golden, gourmand confessional.

Textures

  • Warm wax
  • Spun sugar
  • Tonka resin
  • Beeswax
  • Honeyed resin
  • Warm wool

Materials

Vanilla pod · Amber resin · Toasted oak · Labdanum · Benzoin · Brass

Atmosphere

The room

A candlelit kitchen, dessert wine, late conversation

Weather

The air

Warm rainy evening, 16°C

Interior Design

Warm gilded

Wide oak floors, brass sconces, velvet sofa the colour of cognac

Season

Autumn · Winter

Wears best in autumn and winter.

City Match

Lisbon balcony, ginja in a chocolate cup

Also at home in New Orleans, Mexico City, Vienna.

Literary Match

Esquivel — Like Water for Chocolate

Like Water for Chocolate — Esquivel · The God of Small Things — Roy

In one line

BDK Parfums

Velvet Tonka — boozy, golden, gourmand confessional.

Imagery courtesy of Unsplash

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Try Before You Commit

Available samples.

Trusted Decant Sellers

Available decants.

Layering Ritual

Complete the ritual.

Body oils, candles, and atmosphere chosen to extend Velvet Tonka from skin to room.

Bundle total · $236