Energizer
“Energizer by Boadicea the Victorious is a Citrus fragrance for women and men”
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Well loved by wearers — a citrus, aromatic composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2008, Energizer by Boadicea the Victorious is a citrus and aromatic composition crafted by perfumer John Stephen. The fragrance opens with bright citruses like grapefruit, lemon, and bergamot, creating an immediate burst of freshness. As it evolves, petitgrain and lime add a green, slightly spicy nuance, while vetiver brings depth and warmth to the woody base. This blend is quintessentially British in its approach — crisp and refined without sacrificing complexity.
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Application Tips
Given its long-lasting nature, one or two sprays will suffice. The top notes are vibrant and immediate, so avoid layering too heavily at first — let the citrus freshness shine before it transitions into a warm, woody base that lasts throughout the day.
John Stephen
Founding perfumer · 16 fragrances
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. In 1999 he was commissioned to create two fragrances for Queen Elizabeth II, and he is known for creating fragrances for Czech & Speake and the entire first line of Boadicea The Victorious, for which he still oversees quality control and production. He is one of only six independent perfumers in the UK.
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The story behind the bottle.
The morning after a late flight, when the air is still cool but you’re ready to dive into your day with renewed vigor and focus.
Fig. 01 — Energizer, Boadicea the Victorious
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