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Ardent
by Boadicea the Victorious
Ardent by Boadicea the Victorious is a richly layered rose-oud fragrance with a warm, honeyed amber and beeswax core, making it feel luxurious and enveloping. It opens with floral warmth from Turkish rose, spiced with coriander and saffron, and develops into a softly sweet, deep base of vanilla, patchouli, and labdanum. The vanilla and amber notes add a creamy, natural sweetness that balances the dry, woody undertones, with oud present in subtle layers rather than dominating. The scent evokes a refined, modern elegance—think of a velvet rose stitched with golden wax—ideal for cooler climates and intimate settings. Despite its gourmand-like sweetness, the composition avoids cloyingness, allowing the spices, woodiness, and floral depth to shine. Overall, it's a complex, unisex fragrance with a strong presence, best suited for those seeking a sophisticated, creamy rose that leans more natural and balanced than its more famous counterparts.
Pros
- +Highly balanced and well-blended, with no single note overpowering the others
- +Extremely wearable, with a luxurious, natural feeling that suits day-to-night wear
- +Powerful, moderate to strong projection and long-lasting on most skin types
Cons
- −Performance and longevity vary significantly across skin types, with some finding it weak or fleeting
- −Fragrance profile can feel diluted or flat for certain individuals, depending on skin chemistry
- −Some users find it overly sweet or less unique compared to the originals it resembles