Hanuman by Boadicea the Victorious
Brand: Boadicea the Victorious
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Bright and sunny: lemonade-like lemon, bergamot and blackcurrant over osmanthus, neroli and magnolia, on a calm base of vetiver, sandalwood and ambered musk.
Is Hanuman worth it?
How it smells: Opens with lemon, orange blossom and bergamot, osmanthus and neroli at the heart, then dries down to amber and cedarwood.
Scent Score: 86/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, versatility 73, layerability 92 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: Spring and summer, for daytime and casual days. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Unisex
Key accords: Lemon, Orange Blossom, Bergamot, Blackcurrant, Osmanthus, Neroli
Top Notes
- Lemon
- Orange Blossom
- Bergamot
- Blackcurrant
Heart Notes
- Osmanthus
- Neroli
- Magnolia Flower
- Cyclamen
Base Notes
- Amber
- Cedarwood
- Musk
- Sandalwood
- Vetiver
Occasions: Daytime, Casual, Office
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Hanuman by Boadicea the Victorious belongs to the citrus fragrance family. Bright and sunny: lemonade-like lemon, bergamot and blackcurrant over osmanthus, neroli and magnolia, on a calm base of vetiver, sandalwood and ambered musk. Hanuman opens with Lemon, Orange Blossom, Bergamot, and Blackcurrant. The heart brings Osmanthus, Neroli, Magnolia Flower, and Cyclamen. It dries down to Amber, Cedarwood, Musk, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.
How to wear Hanuman
On skin, Hanuman by Boadicea the Victorious has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime, casual, and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Hanuman : 1 spray Flowerbomb and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Hanuman opens with Lemon, Orange Blossom, Bergamot, and Blackcurrant.
The heart brings Osmanthus, Neroli, Magnolia Flower, and Cyclamen.
It dries down to Amber, Cedarwood, Musk, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.
What to layer with Hanuman
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk.
Order: Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hanuman : 1 spray Flowerbomb
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, bergamot, and amber.
Order: Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hanuman : 2 sprays CK One
Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and aromatic scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and vetiver.
Order: Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Y EDP on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hanuman : 2 sprays Y EDP
Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, osmanthus, and amber.
Order: Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hanuman : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight
Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share lemon, bergamot, and musk.
Order: Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hanuman : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile
Pairings to approach with care
Chocolate Greedy by Montale
Not Recommended · 31/99
Chocolate Greedy has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Chocolate Greedy brings a gourmand contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chocolate Greedy on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hanuman : 1 spray Chocolate Greedy
Black Afgano by Nasomatto
Not Recommended · 32/99
Black Afgano has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Black Afgano brings a woody contrast to this citrus scent.
Order: Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Afgano on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hanuman : 1 spray Black Afgano
Related fragrances and why
- Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf — Both include bergamot and musk.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include lemon, bergamot, and amber.
- Y EDP by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include bergamot and vetiver.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Hanuman?
Hanuman opens with Lemon, Orange Blossom, Bergamot, and Blackcurrant. The heart brings Osmanthus, Neroli, Magnolia Flower, and Cyclamen. It dries down to Amber, Cedarwood, Musk, Sandalwood, and Vetiver.
How long does Hanuman last, and how strong is it?
Hanuman by Boadicea the Victorious has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Hanuman?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime, casual, and office.
What layers well with Hanuman?
Flowerbomb by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Citrus and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and musk. Apply Hanuman first as your base layer. Its citrus character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Hanuman : 1 spray Flowerbomb.
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