Wow!!!! I tried 6 fragrances from this house and while they were all magnificent 2 (oddly) really stood out for me and this is one of them. I say 'oddly' because I was not expecting the fresher more fruity/citrus end of the spectrum to tickle my fancy as much as 'Explorer' and 'Adventuress' did. It maybe because I'm used to resinous, spicy, warm and Oud scents in this price range or maybe I have half an eye on spring/summer juices now but I certainly didn't think I'd be looking to fork out on a niche juice of this sort. The first thing that strikes you about this brand is the bottles (flacons...whatever!?) they are spectacular!!! I mean they look great in the photos here and you kind of know what to expect but when you see them an feel the weight you can't help but be impressed with the almost Game of thrones like, kind of ye olde, celtic styling. Just from a collection point of view these are stunning but the juice inside(from the few I've tried) matches the care and attention taken to the presentation. Boadicea the victorious has real calibre and this fragrance totally blew me away to be honest...I love it. The opening is gorgeous fruity and the strange sweetness of labdanum and orris but as it settles becomes very dry and resinous with an kind of earthy spice to it. I can't say I've encountered anything like it. Explorer shimmered in the drydown changing slightly to a ambery, fir like vibe very interesting. Projection not huge and longevity is good enough for me but you'd expect it to be very long lasting at this price.
Frequently Asked Questions about Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious
What does Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious smell like?
Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious features top notes of Bergamot, Galbanum, and Orange, middle notes of Amber, Orris Root, and Rose, and base notes of Cedarwood and Labdanum.
How long does Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious last?
Based on user reviews, Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious has very good longevity, typically lasting 6-10 hours. The longevity rating is 4.0 out of 5.
What is the sillage of Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious?
Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious has moderate sillage that stays close to the skin but is noticeable. The sillage rating is 3.0 out of 5.
Who created Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious?
Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious was created by John Stephen.
When was Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious released?
Explorer by Boadicea the Victorious was released in 2008.
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Explorer, from Boadicea the Victorious was released in 2008. The perfumer behind this creation is John Stephen. It has the top notes of Bergamot, Galbanum, and Orange, middle notes of Amber, Orris Root, and Rose, and base notes of Cedarwood and Labdanum.
Wow!!!! I tried 6 fragrances from this house and while they were all magnificent 2 (oddly) really stood out for me and this is one of them. I say 'oddly' because I was not expecting the fresher more fruity/citrus end of the spectrum to tickle my fancy as much as 'Explorer' and 'Adventuress' did. It maybe because I'm used to resinous, spicy, warm and Oud scents in this price range or maybe I have half an eye on spring/summer juices now but I certainly didn't think I'd be looking to fork out on a niche juice of this sort. The first thing that strikes you about this brand is the bottles (flacons...whatever!?) they are spectacular!!! I mean they look great in the photos here and you kind of know what to expect but when you see them an feel the weight you can't help but be impressed with the almost Game of thrones like, kind of ye olde, celtic styling. Just from a collection point of view these are stunning but the juice inside(from the few I've tried) matches the care and attention taken to the presentation. Boadicea the victorious has real calibre and this fragrance totally blew me away to be honest...I love it. The opening is gorgeous fruity and the strange sweetness of labdanum and orris but as it settles becomes very dry and resinous with an kind of earthy spice to it. I can't say I've encountered anything like it. Explorer shimmered in the drydown changing slightly to a ambery, fir like vibe very interesting. Projection not huge and longevity is good enough for me but you'd expect it to be very long lasting at this price.