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Boadicea the Victorious · Sold as unisex
Adoration
The aroma of a well-stocked spice cabinet on a crisp autumn evening, where the air is filled with the promise of warm spices and sweet treats.
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AdorationLuxury · $250+
28%Similar accords, often for lessEau de Protection · Etat Libre d'OrangePremium tier, $100–250 · shares heliotrope and ginger8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Adoration by Boadicea the Victorious is a composition that balances the freshness of citruses with the warmth of spices and the sweetness of dates. The fragrance opens with galbanum and citruses, creating an initial burst of green freshness that gradually gives way to the rich spiciness of pepper, clove, and ginger. This spicy heart is complemented by the warm notes of maple and heliotrope, adding a layer of depth and complexity. The base rounds out with powdery and vanilla accents, grounding the composition in a cozy, inviting warmth.
Adoration has a strong initial burst that fades into a richer base over time. Apply it in thin layers for best results — one or two sprays initially will allow the warm spiciness to develop gradually throughout the day, making it ideal for both daytime and evening wear.
Fig. 01 — Adoration, Boadicea the Victorious
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Designer Boadicea the Victorious
More from the house · founded 2005 · United Kingdom
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The originalAdorationBoadicea the Victorious · Luxury · $250+Etat Libre d'Orange · 2007Eau de ProtectionShares Heliotrope and Ginger$100–250★ 3.72 (1,375)29%Match
Ajmal · 2020VerdeShares Galbanum, Pepper and Gingerunder $40★ 3.81 (391)28%Match
Atkinsons · 2013The Odd Fellow BouquetShares Heliotrope, Pepper and Ginger$100–250★ 4.19 (387)28%Match
Aramis · 2010ImpeccableShares Citruses and Pepper$40–100★ 4.13 (76)
With Guerlain Le Bolshoi Saison 2012 La Traviata
Adds white floral, amber and sweet; shares three accords.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 25%, disliked or hated by 25%.