Scentonym Analysis
Our objective metric for performance per dollar.
Conclusion
If you love Arabians Tonka but can’t justify the price, ÉCLAT 974 VIP is a solid alternative. It's not a perfect dupe, but it captures the essence of the scent profile. If you want a bombastic rose/oud/tonka combo for going out in the evening or cooler days, this is a winner. Those sensitive to sharper synthetic openings might want to sample first. But for the daily driver, this gets the job done nicely.
The Scent Profile
ÉCLAT 974 VIP throws a familiar punch. This is clearly inspired by Arabians Tonka. Right away, the saffron and bergamot are there but noticeably sharper, a little less rounded than the Montale. The rose in the heart is amped up, almost jammy. It leans slightly feminine because of this, where the original is more unisex. The drydown is where they’re closest, a warm, woody tonka bean hug. I’d say it's about 87% similar overall. You lose some of the smoother edges and complexity in the opening.
Performance Reality Check
Okay, let's talk real-world performance. This stuff lasts. I got a solid 7-8 hours on my skin with moderate projection for the first 2 hours. After that, it settles closer, but it's still detectable. Not beast mode, but definitely respectable . Expect decent sillage; it leaves a noticeable trail.
Performance Audit
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Sillage & radius
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Why we track this:
Price Arbitrage: Significant savings compared to the original Montale pricing.
Community Verified: Cross-referenced against 129 enthusiast votes for accuracy.