Encens Fève Tonka

From a sample sent to me from a dear, dear fragrance friend.. I was sooo excited to see this in my sample box since I've been wanting to try it for a while now. I love a smoky Tonka and this does not disappoint. I will say at first I was afraid and dismayed by the strident top notes that come very very close to a sharp, chlorine type note that I abhor; but wait! Give this about 15 minutes and it's just a gorgeous, Tonka incense, with a wisp of smoke and the rose just barely softening it up a bit. I recently was also gifted a generous sample of Guerlains Tonka snd absolutely loved it.., this to me is in the same arena but not as sweet? Of course I could be very wrong since not very adept at comparing notes, but all you need to know is the Fragonard Tonka is not for those seeking a gentle scent ; it will grab you by the nose at first, but then hold you hostage for a good long time ! A definite wrist sniffer for incense lovers and those who crave an awesome Tonka perfume. FB worthy!

I would recommend Encens Reve Tonka to any tonka lover out there, male or female. It opens with a warm, dry spicy, slightly smoky scent that settles to a sweet, woody, rich tonka and incense loveliness. It is not overly sweet by any means so don't be put off if you are not in to very sweet fragrances. The sweetness is not sugary, girly sweetness either, it's very well balanced. For me the rose is not that apparent. I feel that ERT would layer well as a base with other perfumes, maybe some aftershaves too. I have been using it for around a month now and have not yet tried this though as I love it just the way it is! Sillage is moderate to heavy. I was having coffee in a cafe recently and someone asked me what I was wearing, always a compliment in my book! ERT has great staying power and lasts for most of the day. I just put on a scarf that I wore last week and it still smelled of ERT! That was how I chose my scent this morning!

Delightful is the best descriptor for this beauty. Very easy to wear. Just enough warmth from the tonka and vanilla, just enough spice, just enough smokiness from the incense, just enough juiciness from the apple, and just enough touch from the florals. Perfectly unisex, perfect for every day. Judging by the notes I expected this to be super heavy and loud, but it is quite the opposite. Projection is moderately close, but super long lasting at the same time, I was still getting solid wafts of it after 10 hours! Definitely worth a bottle especially when you need a break from more challenging notes and want a delightful fragrance to splash and go. EDIT - as beautiful as this is, and a tame and wearable example of incense, I ended up on-selling this after realising I don’t particularly love to wear incense.

This was a blind buy based on reviews here, and I have been looking for an incense scent that I love. Well, I received my bottle in the mail today and I LOVE IT. Like, LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE it. Seriously. At first glance, the packaging is high quality, as opposed to many I've bought recently. This is my first Fragonard, and I'm impressed. I really enjoy the top smoky incense note and wish that lasted a bit longer, but when it mellows to a smooth tonka with the woody spicy sweetness, it is just perfect. I could wear this almost every day and be a happy girl. It's calming, and I don't get much rose, just a "je ne sais quois" sort of feeling. Did I mention I LOVE this??? Way to go, Fragonard.

I adore this fragrance, it reminds me of daytime during autumn in Europe. Although Encens Fève Tonka is marketed as a women's fragrance, I think it's quite unisex. I mostly get clove, 'clean' incense (not too smokey), cloves, tonka bean and some non-sweet fruity notes. It's almost identical to Eau des Baux bu L'Occitaine but Encens Fève Tonka has some apple, rose and fruity nuances (not sure if describing it as more 'clearer' makes sense?) whereas Eau des Baux is more spicier. Both fragrances have that woody, incense and clove combination but I think Encens Fève Tonka is slightly more sophisticated. Plus this is such great value that I don't mind that the longevity is average.

I bought this one today at Fragonard in Grasse. It's a warm, kind of gourmand fragrance. I do smell the incense and a warm vanilla, but no apple. It's that kind of fragrance that warms up on your skin. I put it on now at the beginning of September, when it's still warm outside here, but this would absolutely work in winter time as well, because the cloves and pepper are quite prominent. It does give some hints of Tobacco Vanille, but more wearable. I definitely see it as a unisex fragrance. Totally worth it if you like this type of perfume, but it's not super long lasting, maybe around 4-5 h on my skin, but I don't mind reapplying.

Started out liking it - but cautiously as strong fragrances give me a headache. More and more - I grew to really love it. It just works with my body chemistry and I get a ton of compliments on it. That smoky mysterious incense and sweet tonka bean scent is almost masculine. Every time I smell it is has a different face. I am even reaching for it in the sticky summer months as the scent, while warm and strong - is not sticky sweet or overpowering. Even better is that it is not a scent that is worn by the masses - and its uniqueness is, for me, part of the appeal. Possibly my favorite scent from Fragonard.

"Nice Room Spray" I mostly get dry unisex (although leans masculine) peppery woods and spices with barely a touch of tonka. It's a nice scent that I like using in my closets and as a home spray and not so much on myself. Smells like a high-end boutique to me, nice on my sweaters in the closet. This is definitely all woods-incense, in a very sheer manner, and I don't detect any sweetness or tonka/vanilla or any fruit/florals at all. I'm literally not mad about this not being a fragrance for me, although it was a bit pricey for a room spray, it's truly nice in my closets.

A modest perfume?!! This is a sublime fragrance! This time Fragonard has made bingo! And it is amazing how much it looks like Tabac Vanille by Tom Ford. Just a little 'softer, more sensuously feminine ... I had a small sample by mail (thanks Fragonard!) and rubbed on my arm I was delighted for hours, sniffing and sniffing I fell in love and soon I will buy it. Tonka, vanilla, spices, tobacco, fig perhaps to freshen it up? An odalisque abandoned between scented silk pillows, her hair smelling of vanilla smoke hookah and she is eating delicious rose loukum ... I love it!

I found myself reaching for this beauty more and more everyday. It’s different from Fragonard’s floral blueprint. It reminds me of Meharees from L’erbolario but they don’t smell the same. (they only have the same vibes) however Encens Feve Tonka is my favorite. A soft but warm spicy rose with a very pleasant incense that wraps you like a cozy blanket. It's very relaxing and meditative type of scent. It takes you back to yourself.

This is a truly unisex smell, leans to masculine. I went to Fragonard shop and did the sniffing to the samples. This immediately attracted my attention. Smoke, incense, tonka, vanilla (maybe from the tonka), I can smell a bit of floral note and clove? Slightly sweet, smoky, definitely elegant and expensive smelling. Too bad the longevity and projection aren't great. But at this price, you can always re-spray.

I can't get enough of this scent. It's delightfully smokey, spicy, and woody but isn't too masculine/can be worn as a woman who likes such things. It lasts quite long on the skin, I can smell it into the next day. I have been told it comes across strong, so the sillage is medium-strong. It's a warm, smoky, spicy scent I love wearing for a fall or winter evening.

A beautiful combination, sophisticated in it's simplicity. A long-lasting delicious scent. No heaviness here, or blast, or overwhelming aura. Not out to impress, just the right sureness of touch to allow you to spend the day in your own heavenly cloud of incense and tonka bean. And for anyone else who's allowed that close to you.

Smokey and intriguing. People always compliment me when I'm wearing it. I get the incense above everything else but the smoke is tempered by the other notes. It's like being in a temple garden. UPDATE: Fragonard has discontinued this scent, which is so sad to me. It had become my signature and I loved the niche-y-ness of it.

I got a sample of this and it is great. I really like incense tyoe fragrances and this one nails it! I would call it a unisex fragrance that leans to the masculine. I will buy a bottle and I MIGHT share with my GF....

Smells Devine on me and lasts a long time. One of my absolute favorites. Quality Perfume for a great Price as well.

I love the fruity, incensy beginning notes but the back end is a bit strong and sweet on my skin and too tenacious, sometimes I like perfumes to somewhat melt away so my nose gets a rest, but Ones who want long lasting scents should be happy, especially at the reasonable price to find how rich this is. Recommend for colder weather as it is a very warm, encompassing scent, spicy incense with sweet tonka and musk. It lasts about 7 hours on me and has a strong lingering presence. It smells divine on men my roommate loves this so much I will give it to him in exchange for chores.

Very much a unisex fragrance. Starts off very peppery and slowly settles to a more incense and subtle vanilla. The rose is detectable but soft. Almost a spicy gingerbread smell after a while (without being overly sweet). Great if you're the kind of woman who likes to wear mens scents (which I am sometimes). And strong? Hell yes! I had a towlette sample of this that I mistakenly used in one hit - I had to wash it off! It wasn't unpleasant just overpowering. I think that towlette could have lasted me a week!

My first serious perfume back in 2023. Got this as a present from my sister, who visited the fragonard store in Paris and brought this back for me. Peppery, spicy, and dries down into a wonderful rich vanilla scent. My only issue is that after about an hour, the fragrance begins to retreat back to your skin. If you want a truly unisex perfume this is great, but it necessitates reapplication throughout the day in order to stay present.

My mom gave this to me as a teen but I rejected it and gave it back since I only liked juvenile scents like ari back then. But this is a very beautiful fragrance and I would wear it today as I am 24. It is elegant, womanly and mature.

Unisexy incensey tonka-rose. This one does what it says on the tin. Pretty linear, too. If you are looking for a simple, no-nonsense fragrant companion to keep you company in the form of a soft cloud this winter, this is your jam.

This is a modest perfume and suitable for every day to wear. I get a lot of tonka bean which I like and the incense is really good combined. Not overbaring at all. The rose is there but you have to pay attention to notice it.

For men as well. Messieurs do not hesitate. Between a soft Spicebomb (Viktor Rolf) and L'homme sage (Divine). Bergamot,clove,mandarine, Pepper Apple, Jasmine, Rose Incence, Tonka Bean, vanilla, wood.

Strange that it’s marketed as a women’s perfume because I highly agree with the comments below - it is very masculine leaning to me. I blind bought it because the notes gave me a sense of that it would be a warm spicy, gourmand leaning creamy tonka. But the tonka here is very smoky, or perhaps it’s the incense? I gifted it to my male friend, on him it smells divine, very rich and almost balsamic, yet still masculine. On myself I only smell smoky spices, i.e not what I was looking for.

avevo grandi aspettative nei confronti di questo profumo ma, ahimè, come a volte capita, l'effetto sulla pelle è qualcosa di imprevedibile. posto che amo le fave di tonka e pure l'incenso, qui, in verità, io ci sento tanto legno di cedro. e il legno di cedro e la mia pelle proprio non si sopportano: l'effetto ricorda un gatto che marca il suo territorio. orripilante. nella piramide olfattiva sta cosa non viene esplicitata (si parla di vaghe note legnose) ma secondo me quello è. ormai conosco il legno di cedro e lo evito. a parte questo fondo legnoso che su di me non funziona, le prime impressioni sono buone, le fave di tonka gustosissime, la rosa non la sento per nulla, ma piuttosto rintraccio qualche tocco esperidato e fruttato. peccato che l'incenso vero non si sviluppi su di me. ci sono altri profumi con basi assai simili che preferisco di gran lunga (tipo tonka di reminiscence).

Too weird ! I can't stand it, to me it's awful ! Too masculine, heavy, "stinging", smells like medicine. Not for me at all.

Too masculine leaning to my nose so I will not keep this blind buy. Up for sale.

I really like this and think it is beautiful but find it leans more masculine than feminine. I would love to smell this on a man. In search of a peppery, incense rose fragrance I blind bought this based on the reviews here. It seems like my search will have to continue because this is not it. Someone mention that it smells like cloves but that is not how it smells to me. Either the clove smells like cinnamon here or there is also cinnamon in this fragrance, because between that note and the balsamic sweetness of the Tonka, it reminds me of Red Hot candies. I keep getting wafts of that spicy hot cinnamon scent around me. I find the incense to be minimal and the rose perceptible, but light. If the cinnamon had been decreased, and the rose amped-up, it would have made this scent more appealing and feminine to me. What I am most impressed with is the quality of this product. There is not a synthetic note to my nose, (amateur though it is), unlike so many other more expensive frags, (though I know Fragonard must use them too like everyone else does these days), and the packaging was wonderful. I purchased directly from the company website, and they included a bunch of goodies with my order too, which was an unexpected perk. As I really liked some of the fragrance samples they included, I will be a returning customer to this wonderful company.

The topnotes to this scent are a lot of incense and smokiness for about an hour, which could have ended up being bitter, but the tonka comes on strong in the middle notes and softens the incense. The whole mix becomes slowly more lovely and I did not realize until looking at the notes that I was smelling rose. I knew it was floral, but when I saw the rose note I thought 'aha' that's it! The drydown on this scent is really lovely. The smoky incense remains but the tonka sweetens it just enough and the rose softens it so that you imagine yourself sitting in a rose garden outside a church where mass is being said. Surprising scent from Fragonard. It reminds me of a CDG or even a Lutens. In the drydown I smell tobacco, which accounts for the initial smokiness, but it's a softer tobacco, and a little leather as well. The fragrance softens to more of a skin scent eventually, which I like. It's faintly reminiscent of Kelly Caleche EDP, which I love. This could be worn on a summer evening and would be very lovely.

Gorgeous! I am truly amazed! This scent manages to achieve the perfect balance yet sensational! The smoke is not harsh or heavy thanks to the hefty input of rose that reigns supreme from the background. Tonka can be overbearing but not here where the sweetness is tempered by the Incense and gives enough depth but without any associations with ashtrays. Exotic with nuances of Oriental in a modern way. Simply superb with good longevity and projection. I have never been to Mount Athos, but had i, i am pretty sure it would smell just like that! A favourite!!!

Pure perfection! A very fresh incense, with a hint of citrus and roses, and an unisex vibe. Sillage is moderate and staying power is good (5 hours on my skin). It's winter in Belgium right now, but I can easily imagine me wearing it in summer. As said before, it has a "niche" aura, like something created by Christopher Sheldrake. Hope Fragonard won't discontinue Encens - Fève Tonka - it's by far one of their best fragrances.

Hadn't even heard of this brand till a long weekend away in Nice after my GF had told me about it and had a right spray up at the Duty Free to see whether there was anything that took my fancy. I opted for Confidentiel over this, but only because I have Spicebomb atm, once it's all gone I will be getting a bottle of this as it's uncannily like Spicebomb at about half the price.

This had a lovely incensey sweet aroma to it, but unfortunately as with most Fragonards (in my experience) the fragrance is too light. It is not even about projection, it's just that I can barely smell it, which has almost never happened to me before.

On me this was quite masculine and relentlessly clove-centric. A pity because I could see it as a less sweet alternative to Tonka Imperieale and Feve Deliciouse. It's simple, fresh and natural smelling and would be great on a guy.