Green Sapphire by Boadicea the Victorious
Brand: Boadicea the Victorious
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Early-spring freshness with a boozy twist: saffron, raspberry and violet leaf with a liquor accord over pine needles and cashmere musk, on oud, sandalwood, cedar and vanilla.
Is Green Sapphire worth it?
How it smells: Opens with saffron, violet leaf and raspberry, pine needle and violet leaves at the heart, then dries down to amber and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 86/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, versatility 73, layerability 95 and value 89, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Saffron, Violet Leaf, Raspberry, Liquor Accord, Pine Needle, Violet Leaves
Top Notes
- Saffron
- Violet Leaf
- Raspberry
- Liquor Accord
Heart Notes
- Pine Needle
- Violet Leaves
- Cashmere Musk
Base Notes
Occasions: Evening, Casual, Date
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Green Sapphire by Boadicea the Victorious belongs to the woody fragrance family. Early-spring freshness with a boozy twist: saffron, raspberry and violet leaf with a liquor accord over pine needles and cashmere musk, on oud, sandalwood, cedar and vanilla. Green Sapphire opens with Saffron, Violet Leaf, Raspberry, and Liquor Accord. The heart brings Pine Needle, Violet Leaves, and Cashmere Musk. It dries down to Amber, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Agarwood (Oud), Musk, and Vanilla.
How to wear Green Sapphire
On skin, Green Sapphire by Boadicea the Victorious has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for evening, casual, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Rose 31 by Le Labo. Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Rose 31 and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Green Sapphire opens with Saffron, Violet Leaf, Raspberry, and Liquor Accord.
The heart brings Pine Needle, Violet Leaves, and Cashmere Musk.
It dries down to Amber, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Agarwood (Oud), Musk, and Vanilla.
What to layer with Green Sapphire
Rose 31 by Le Labo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share agarwood (oud) and musk.
Order: Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Rose 31
Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber and musk.
Order: Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber, patchouli, and musk.
Order: Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Portrait of a Lady by Frédéric Malle
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood, patchouli, and musk.
Order: Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Portrait of a Lady on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Portrait of a Lady
Amber Oud Gold Edition by Al Haramain
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share amber, musk, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Gold Edition on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Amber Oud Gold Edition
Pairings to approach with care
Vanilla 02 Infinite by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Vanilla 02 Infinite brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Vanilla 02 Infinite on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Vanilla 02 Infinite
Citrus Marine by Dossier
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Citrus Marine brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Citrus Marine on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Citrus Marine
Related fragrances and why
- Rose 31 by Le LaboBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include agarwood (oud) and musk.
- Ambre Nuit by Christian DiorTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include amber and musk.
- Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf — Both include amber, patchouli, and musk.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Green Sapphire?
Green Sapphire opens with Saffron, Violet Leaf, Raspberry, and Liquor Accord. The heart brings Pine Needle, Violet Leaves, and Cashmere Musk. It dries down to Amber, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Agarwood (Oud), Musk, and Vanilla.
How long does Green Sapphire last, and how strong is it?
Green Sapphire by Boadicea the Victorious has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Green Sapphire?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits evening, casual, and date.
What layers well with Green Sapphire?
Rose 31 by Le Labo is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share agarwood (oud) and musk. Apply Green Sapphire first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose 31 on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Green Sapphire : 2 sprays Rose 31.
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