CoffeeOpens with
SuedeHeart
OrrisDries down to
Julie LerenduThe nose · 2 fragrances · also made Elysium Absolue Pour Femme (2026)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Boadicea the Victorious · Sold as unisex
Opal
The crisp aroma of freshly brewed coffee in a bustling city café, where metallic notes and woody undertones blend with the subtle warmth of spices.
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OpalLuxury · $250+
48%Similar accords, often for lessMohra · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 12 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Opal by Boadicea the Victorious, launched in 2025 and crafted by perfumer Julie Lerendu, is a complex blend of warm spices, woody notes, and metallic accents that evoke both sophistication and intrigue. The fragrance opens with a bold interplay between coffee and black pepper, grounding the composition with an earthy warmth. As it evolves, bay leaf and saffron add a subtle herbal complexity, while orris and suede introduce a powdery, almost leathery depth. Julie Lerendu's skillful blending creates a scent that is both contemporary and lasting, fitting for Boadicea the Victorious' commitment to quintessentially British elegance.
Opal has strong sillage and long-lasting qualities, so one or two sprays are sufficient to make an impression. The fragrance takes about an hour for its full character to develop, so it's best applied in the morning for all-day presence.
Fig. 01 — Opal, Boadicea the Victorious
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Julie Lerendu
Julie Lerendu entered the perfume industry in 2004 through meeting perfumer Nathalie Lorson, then joined ISIPCA in 2014 with an internship at Firmenich, later gaining experience at L'Oréal and Mane in Paris and New York.
Designer Boadicea the Victorious
More from the house · founded 2005 · United Kingdom
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A polarising scent: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 34%.