Fruity NotesOpens with
LilyHeart
White HoneyDries down to
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Boadicea the Victorious · Sold as unisex
Intense
The cozy intimacy of an afternoon spent sipping tea with friends where the scent of honeyed flowers and warm vanilla creates a welcoming atmosphere.
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IntenseLuxury · $250+
45%Similar accords, often for lessMiss Dior Cherie Eau De Toilette 2010 · DiorPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 5 of its 10 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.
Launched in 2008, Intense by Boadicea the Victorious is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance that marries the lusciousness of white flowers with rich gourmand notes. Perfumer John Stephen crafted this scent to be both extremely feminine and wearable for men, creating a composition that stands out through its balance of sweet and floral elements. The top notes of fruity accents give way to a heart filled with lily, tuberose, jasmine, and rose, while the base layers of white honey, vanilla, patchouli, and woods offer warmth and depth.
Given its strong sillage and eternal longevity, one or two sprays is sufficient. The fruity notes are vibrant initially but quickly give way to the rich heart and base, so apply it close to your skin for an intimate experience rather than spreading widely.
Fig. 01 — Intense, 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
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With Boadicea the Victorious Carbon Sapphire
Adds oud, rose and amber; shares patchouli.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 44%, disliked or hated by 16%.