Boadicea the Victorious 2022 EDP

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Violaceous

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Boadicea the Victorious Violaceous is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022. Violaceous opens with Cypress, Juniper, Rosemary, and Basil, settles into a heart of Oregano, Birch, Tomato Leaf, and Thyme, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Boadicea the Victorious's Violaceous carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

This one is a divisive herbaceous riot, all green spikiness upfront with a surprising, almost cannabis-like woody drydown. Don't expect a vanilla hug; it's a bold, aromatic statement for those who dare to be different.
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Violaceous Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Fall

Its aromatic, fresh spicy and woody composition leans towards spring.

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

Its potent aromatic and woody character, combined with reports of being incredibly long-lasting, makes it less suitable for an office setting where subtlety is key. It works best for casual outings or evening events where its unique profile can stand out without overpowering.

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

Violaceous opens with a vibrant, almost aggressive blast of aromatic herbs - think sharp basil and juniper, underscored by the green bite of cypress and rosemary. This invigorating herbal volley quickly evolves into a unique heart, dominated by a distinctive tomato leaf and earthy oregano, with a hint of birch. It eventually settles into a muted woody base where the promised leather and vanilla are subtle rather than dominant, leaving a lingering, slightly dry and surprising green-woody trail.

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