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Boadicea the Victorious · Sold as unisex
Violaceous
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, capturing a moment of anticipation and grounded warmth.
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ViolaceousLuxury · $250+
38%Similar accords, often for lessCoach Platinum · CoachMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 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.
Violaceous by Boadicea the Victorious is a gender-neutral fragrance that launched in 2022, blending quintessentially British elegance with incomparable quality. The composition opens with fresh and aromatic notes of juniper berries, cypress, rosemary, basil, tomato leaf, and oregano, creating an invigorating green freshness. This bright top accord gives way to a heart of birch and thyme, adding depth and warmth before settling into a base of vanilla, sandalwood, and leather — notes that evoke the enduring comfort of well-worn materials.
Apply lightly for the best experience — the fresh spicy top notes are bright but fleeting. Allow it to settle into your skin for about 15 minutes; this is when the aromatic and woody heart truly comes through. It pairs well with casual daytime settings, where its warm vanilla and leather base adds a touch of understated luxury.
Fig. 01 — Violaceous, Boadicea the Victorious
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Designer Boadicea the Victorious
More from the house · founded 2005 · United Kingdom
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The originalViolaceousBoadicea the Victorious · Luxury · $250+Coach · 2018Coach PlatinumShares 4 of its 10 notes$40–100★ 4.14 (2,121)40%Match
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 57%, disliked or hated by 0%.