FreesiaOpens with
Red WineHeart
RaspberryDries down to
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Boadicea the Victorious · Sold as unisex
Elite
The crisp precision of a tailored suit in an upscale London office, where the subtle interplay of floral notes and woody warmth creates a sophisticated ambiance.
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EliteLuxury · $250+
43%Similar accords, often for lessEscada Moon Sparkle · EscadaMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 12 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2008 by Boadicea the Victorious, Elite is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that captures the essence of quintessential British elegance. Perfumer John Stephen crafted this scent with a green and fruity opening, where freesia and red wine intertwine to create an unexpected harmony. The heart notes of rose, jasmine, and neroli add a floral complexity before settling into a woody base of sandalwood, patchouli, and guaiac wood, which provides warmth and depth.
Elite has a bright opening that fades within two hours, so layer it with the woody base for all-day wear. Apply to pulse points and let it warm on skin rather than spraying heavily into the air.
Fig. 01 — Elite, 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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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 30%, disliked or hated by 19%.