Intense by Boadicea the Victorious
Men Women 2008
Description
Intense by Boadicea the Victorious is a floral fruity gourmand fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2008, this composition was created by perfumer John Stephen. The olfactory pyramid begins with fruity top notes; the heart reveals a harmony of lily of the valley, neroli, jasmine and rose extract; while the base settles on white honey, vanilla, patchouli and woody…
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Key notes
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Top
fruity notes
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Heart
lily
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Base
White Honey
Community
296 votes
- Positive 82%
- Negative 16%
- Neutral 2.0%
The olfactory pyramid
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In the collection
Leading answer I want it
842 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
296 votes
Season
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230 votes
Time of day
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136 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Intense
Intense by Boadicea the Victorious is a floral fruity gourmand fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2008, this composition was created by perfumer John Stephen. The olfactory pyramid begins with fruity top notes; the heart reveals a harmony of lily of the valley, neroli, jasmine and rose extract; while the base settles on white honey, vanilla, patchouli and woody notes.
Fruits, vegetables and nuts White flowers Spices Woods and mosses
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Longevity
Leading answer Very long-lasting
120 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Strong
174 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
43 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
40 votes
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3 reviews
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Some fragrances don’t need much text. Here, the niche truly comes into its own, gifting you a potent, unmistakable honey with a touch of star anise at the end. This is for you if you love honey, bees, or both. After being stunned by that honey explosion, Maya the Bee saves the day with a basket of flowers, vanilla, and patchouli so you can keep enjoying. Used in moderation, the Intense is a first-class floral honey scent. Its gourmand blend is exquisite; although the citrus notes should shine, on my skin they are overshadowed by the force of that fine honey soaked in flowers that leave you speechless. Is it feminine, masculine, or unisex? It doesn’t matter if you feel comfortable with it. It has depth thanks to the jasmine, rose, and patchouli, which are hard to identify on their own. For me, it is more than perfume: it is pure aromatherapy, almost antidepressant when I smell it. It is almost dreamlike, as if elves had mixed that nectar with milk, dew, and magic, until Boadicea decided to gift us a dream. Imagine lazy afternoons under the sun, thousands of goblets, and the buzz of bees. Summer, sun, happiness.
This is my second review and I simply love it. A creamy, sweet honey with touches of Mediterranean fruit and excellent longevity. I am thinking of wearing it for Christmas. It suits well at gatherings with family and friends. I applied a little to a card in the lounge and it aromatises the whole room for days. There is no doubt it is ‘intense’, as its name suggests, but it is not overwhelming. It presents harmony, reminiscent of Serge Lutens who loves putting honey in his creations, but BTV Intense is younger and more wearable.
I tested this fragrance some time ago and I remember it perfectly for its superb memory effect. It has an explosive, potent, and dense opening, evolving on my skin into honeyed fruits with a just and seductive sweetness. The performance is very good and what surprises me is the quality of the notes, where honey is the protagonist: it is a honey with a pollen aroma, truly achieved. It is wearable all year round and very seductive, ideal for the evening or romantic dates, although with few sprays. It is intense as its name indicates. The price is its only drawback, but since it is meant to be applied sparingly, it has longevity. For honey lovers: it is a honey that covers a platter of fruit, giving it a savoury nuance. A powerful and wonderful perfume.