Boadicea Glorious
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2012 | Year | 2020 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
John Varvatos XX
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Which Should You Buy?
Glorious is a contentious one, a beautifully blended fruity woody scent that walks a tightrope between being a subtle, elegant charmer and a frustratingly fleeting skin scent. Some adore its refined fruitiness, others lament its performance, creating a truly polarising experience.
This one's a proper grower. While some find John Varvatos XX a bit of a wallflower, give it time and it settles into a surprisingly unique, warm, fruity-woody charm that performs far better than its price tag suggests. Don't write it off too soon.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 5% |
| Floral | 14% | 25% |
| Fruity | 20% | 18% |
| Green | 9% | 9% |
| Sweet | 23% | 24% |
| Warm | 16% | 11% |
| Woody | 18% | 18% |
| Earthy | 11% | 7% |
| Animalic | 4% | 1% |
| Fresh | 13% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its often subtle projection and smooth, inoffensive character, Glorious works well for office and casual wear. It's too subdued for formal events where a statement scent is often preferred, but its elegant profile makes it a lovely choice for a close-quarters date night.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, inviting character and moderate projection make it suitable for casual wear and dates, encouraging closer encounters. While some reviewers call it office-appropriate if lightly applied, its warmth might be a bit much for formal settings, and it definitely lacks the freshness for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Fruity accords and Sandalwood, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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