Boadicea the Victorious 2012 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Serenade

by Christian Provenzano

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Boadicea the Victorious Serenade is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Christian Provenzano. Serenade opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Elemi, settles into a heart of Neroli, Rose, Jasmine, and Cardamom, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Boadicea the Victorious's Serenade carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive and demanding, Serenade bursts open with a rough, challenging herbal citrus that dries down into a powerful, almost unsettling woodiness. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or those seeking a gentle tune.
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Woody
  • Clean
  • Confident
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Serenade Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
79%
Earthy
63%
Mossy
56%
Citrus
56%
Powdery
46%

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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

Also Works:
Date Casual

Its potent projection and distinct woodiness make it a bold choice for casual wear and certain date settings, but too much for office environments. The unique aldehydic opening might be too polarising for formal occasions.

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Serenade doesn't just open a door, it kicks it down with a blast of aldehydic citrus and herbal elemi, a raw, almost shocking entry that grabs you by the lapels. As the initial assault recedes, a complex heart of rose, nutmeg, and cardamom emerges, subtly softened by neroli. The real story, however, unfolds in the deep, earthy base. Here, rugged vetiver, guaiac wood, and oakmoss dominate, grounding the scent with a dry, almost 'burned wood chips' intensity, rounded out by hints of amber and vanilla for a persistent, potent finish.

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