Tonnerre is an visceral olfactory recreation of a 19th-century naval battle. It opens with a jarring, unapologetic blast of acrid gunpowder and thick smoke, cutting through the sharp, metallic tang of...
The fragrance community views this as one of the most polarizing and aggressive scents on the market, often described as a "love it or hate it" artistic statement rather than a crowd-pleaser.
Performance is widely considered "beast mode," with exceptional longevity that can survive a wash and high sillage that remains potent for several hours.
It is frequently compared to other "powerhouse" niche scents like Zoologist Tyrannosaurus Rex, though many enthusiasts find Tonnerre’s smoky, metallic gunpowder note to be even more challenging and bold.
Most users recommend this strictly for cold weather (autumn and winter) and evening leisure wear; it is generally considered unsuitable for the office or close-quarters daytime environments.
While marketed as a masculine-leaning scent, it is respected by niche collectors for its unique ability to evoke a specific historical narrative of naval warfare.
