Vivienne Westwood 1998 Edp

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Boudoir

by Martin Gras

Vivienne Westwood Boudoir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1998, created by Martin Gras. The fragrance opens with Orange Blossom, Aldehydes, Marigold, and Hyacinth, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Jasmine, and Narcissus, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Tobacco.

Our verdict on Boudoir: Acquired

A truly iconic, complex, and divisive fragrance. Boudoir is pure, unadulterated Vivienne Westwood: a punk-rock baroque extravaganza that polarises opinion. It's either an intoxicating, high-class 'dirty' floral or an overwhelming, skanky mess. One thing is certain: there's nothing else like her.
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
Boudoir Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7%
Floral 32%
Fruity 1%
Green 11%
Sweet 22%
Warm 21%
Woody 10%
Earthy 9%
Animalic 3%
Fresh 14%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Boudoir's strong sillage and long-lasting, deep spicy floral character make it completely unsuitable for the office, where it would overwhelm. It's designed for intimate, special moments like a date or an evening event, where its seductive nature can truly shine, rather than casual wear or sport.

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About

Boudoir opens with a bright, bubbly burst of aldehydes and orange blossom, quickly softened by marigold and hyacinth. The heart delivers a spicy floral punch of carnation and rose, intertwined with exotic cardamom and coriander, grounded by earthy orris. The base deepens into a sensual, warm embrace of vanilla, sandalwood, and patchouli, with a tantalising whisper of tobacco and cinnamon. It's a journey from clean florals to a rich, warm, and subtly 'naughty' drydown.