Mexican chocolateOpens with
GeraniumHeart
ResinDries down to
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Boadicea the Victorious · Sold as unisex
Invigorating
The bustling energy of an old-fashioned apothecary where floral essences mingle with spicy and balsamic notes, creating a sense of both invigoration and comfort.
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InvigoratingLuxury · $250+
44%Similar accords, often for lessEau de Shalimar · GuerlainPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Invigorating by Boadicea the Victorious is a complex and dynamic scent created by perfumer John Stephen in 2008. This fragrance opens with zesty yuzu and bergamot, providing a refreshing burst of citrus that immediately lifts the spirits. The heart introduces a delicate balance between floral notes like rose and jasmine and spicy elements such as licorice and geranium, creating an intriguing tension. As it settles into its base, warm ambergris and labdanum offer a comforting embrace, grounding the composition with rich, balsamic tones that linger on the skin.
Given its long-lasting nature, one or two sprays are sufficient to ensure the scent remains close to your skin throughout the day. The strong opening notes will evolve into a warm base over time, so avoid layering with other fragrances that might compete for attention.
Fig. 01 — Invigorating, 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 Boadicea the Victorious Carbon Sapphire
Adds woody, oud and musky; shares geranium.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 15%.