Boadicea the Victorious 2013 EDP

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Bayswater

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Boadicea the Victorious Bayswater is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. Bayswater opens with Nutmeg and Coriander, settles into a heart of Sandalwood and Rose, and dries down to a base of Guaiac Wood and Benzoin. Boadicea the Victorious's Bayswater carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one is a divisive but ultimately beloved fragrance, with a beautiful spicy, rose, and woodsy profile that captivates many. Ignore the whingers claiming poor performance, it's a majestic juice that delivers.
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Bayswater Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Nutmeg52%
Coriander48%
Heartas listed
Rose53%
Sandalwood47%
Baseas listed
Benzoin57%
Guaiac Wood43%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong warmth and woody-amber character, this isn't a fresh-out-of-the-shower scent. It shines best in more intimate or dressed-up settings, though its creamy aspect allows for some casual evening wear. Projection is reasonable, improving its versatility across occasions where a noticeable scent is desired.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Bayswater opens with a compelling spiced flourish of nutmeg and coriander, quickly weaving into a heart of ethereal rose and smooth sandalwood. The drydown unveils a rich tapestry of guaiac wood, with a boozy, resinous warmth from benzoin. It's a complex, almost gourmand journey, balanced by the subtle earthiness of woods and a creamy undertone that persists throughout.

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