PlumOpens with
HoneyHeart
ResinDries down to
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Boadicea the Victorious · Sold as feminine
Alluring
An intimate dinner party where the mingling of sweet fruit and warm honey creates a cozy yet elegant atmosphere, with soft florals adding a touch of refinement.
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AlluringLuxury · $250+
45%Similar accords, often for lessPerfect Elixir · Marc JacobsMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Alluring by Boadicea the Victorious is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women created by perfumer John Stephen. The scent opens with bright plum and red berries that create an initial burst of sweetness and freshness, which contrasts beautifully against the warm honey and tincture of rose notes in its heart. As it develops, woody and balsamic accords, including patchouli and musk, provide a grounded yet luxurious finish. This fragrance encapsulates the brand's commitment to blending tradition with lasting luxury, creating an experience that is both familiar and sophisticated.
For best effect, apply two sprays to pulse points. The fruity top notes are bright but fleeting, so allow it an hour for the honey and woody base to develop fully. This fragrance reads better close to skin rather than across a room, making it ideal for intimate settings.
Fig. 01 — Alluring, Boadicea the Victorious
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John Stephen
John Stephen, born in rural England, studied chemistry at the University of Bath before turning his family's failed perfumery venture into The Cotswold Perfumery in Bourton-on-the-Water.
Designer Boadicea the Victorious
More from the house · founded 2005 · United Kingdom
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With Gucci Gucci pour Homme 2003
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 33%, disliked or hated by 23%.