Ardent by Boadicea the Victorious
Brand: Boadicea the Victorious
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A passionate, waxy rose: Turkish rose with saffron and coriander over rose absolute, beeswax and jasmine, warmed by oud, labdanum, benzoin and vanilla.
Is Ardent worth it?
How it smells: Opens with Turkish rose, saffron and coriander, rose absolute and hedione at the heart, then dries down to amber and patchouli.
Scent Score: 84/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, versatility 73, layerability 83 and value 89, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2012 · Unisex
Key accords: Turkish Rose, Saffron, Coriander, Carrot Seeds, Rose Absolute, Hedione
Top Notes
- Turkish Rose
- Saffron
- Coriander
- Carrot Seeds
Heart Notes
- Rose Absolute
- Hedione
- Beeswax
- Jasmine
Base Notes
- Amber
- Patchouli
- Vanilla
- Benzoin
- Labdanum
- Musk
- Agarwood (Oud)
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Ardent by Boadicea the Victorious belongs to the floral fragrance family. A passionate, waxy rose: Turkish rose with saffron and coriander over rose absolute, beeswax and jasmine, warmed by oud, labdanum, benzoin and vanilla. Ardent opens with Turkish Rose, Saffron, Coriander, and Carrot Seeds. The heart brings Rose Absolute, Hedione, Beeswax, and Jasmine. It dries down to Amber, Patchouli, Vanilla, Benzoin, Labdanum, Musk, and Agarwood (Oud).
How to wear Ardent
On skin, Ardent by Boadicea the Victorious has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Ardent : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Ardent opens with Turkish Rose, Saffron, Coriander, and Carrot Seeds.
The heart brings Rose Absolute, Hedione, Beeswax, and Jasmine.
It dries down to Amber, Patchouli, Vanilla, Benzoin, Labdanum, Musk, and Agarwood (Oud).
What to layer with Ardent
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, patchouli, and labdanum.
Order: Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ardent : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Oud Wood by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and vanilla.
Order: Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Wood on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ardent : 2 sprays Oud Wood
Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, amber, and musk.
Order: Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Light Blue on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Ardent : 2 sprays Light Blue
Terre d'Hermès by Hermès
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and benzoin.
Order: Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Terre d'Hermès on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ardent : 2 sprays Terre d'Hermès
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, amber, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ardent : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco 01 by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Ardent has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco 01 brings a gourmand contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 01 on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Ardent : 2 sprays Tobacco 01
Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne by Jo Malone London
Not Recommended · 30/99
Ardent has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne brings an aromatic contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Ardent : 2 sprays Silver Birch & Lavender Cologne
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include jasmine, patchouli, and labdanum.
- Oud Wood by Tom Ford — Both include amber and vanilla.
- Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana — Both include jasmine, amber, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Ardent?
Ardent opens with Turkish Rose, Saffron, Coriander, and Carrot Seeds. The heart brings Rose Absolute, Hedione, Beeswax, and Jasmine. It dries down to Amber, Patchouli, Vanilla, Benzoin, Labdanum, Musk, and Agarwood (Oud).
How long does Ardent last, and how strong is it?
Ardent by Boadicea the Victorious has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Ardent?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Ardent?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, patchouli, and labdanum. Apply Ardent first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Ardent : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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