Boadicea the Victorious 2019 EDP

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Joyous

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Boadicea the Victorious Joyous is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. Joyous opens with Saffron, settles into a heart of Myrrh, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Opoponax. Boadicea the Victorious's Joyous carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This version of Joyous from Boadicea the Victorious is steeped in controversy, largely due to BTV's chaotic naming conventions. If you can get your hands on this saffron-and-myrrh concoction, you're in for a treat; however, be wary of the other 'Joyous' floating about, or you might end up with something entirely different and rather less intriguing.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
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Joyous Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Saffron100%
Heartas listed
Myrrh100%
Baseas listed
Opoponax63%
Sandalwood37%

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
Also Works:
Spring Summer Winter

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its rich, resinous amber and warm spicy accords lean towards more intimate or formal settings, making it a bit much for a casual day out or the office. This fragrance is best suited for evenings and special occasions where its opulent presence can shine without overwhelming.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Joyous plunges you into a luxurious depth with a robust saffron kick, weaving in threads of warm, spicy myrrh. This rich opening settles into a balsamic embrace, rounded out by creamy sandalwood and a hint of something sweet from the opoponax, all underpinned by an amber warmth. It's a mysterious, slightly metallic journey from start to finish, leaving an opulent trail.

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