Acquired

Boadicea the Victorious 2016 EDP

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Hero

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Boadicea the Victorious Hero is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Hero opens with Rhubarb, Ylang-Ylang, Saffron, and Coffee, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Rose, and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha, Oud, Guaiac Wood, and Benzoin. Boadicea the Victorious's Hero carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Hero is a divisive beast: one minute it's a breathtaking, nuanced oriental, the next a bland, disappointing dud. Expectations are clearly high given the price, but it's hit or miss whether you'll find your own epic journey here.
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
Hero Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Sweet
63%
Tobacco
58%
Nutty
55%
Coffee
50%

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:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and long-lasting, rich accords make it too dominant for an office setting, but perfect for making a statement at formal events or on a date. It's a bit much for casual daytime wear due to its depth and intensity.

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About

Hero opens with a rich, inviting blast of hazelnut and coffee, brightened by a surprising rhubarb tang and saffron spice. This quickly deepens into a warm, heady heart of tobacco and creamy sandalwood, underscored by sweet tonka and a subtle rose. The dry-down is pure luxury, with smoky resins, oud, and fir resin creating a robust, lingering finish.