Ardent (Eau de Parfum) by Boadicea the Victorious

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Ardent Boadicea the Victorious 2012 Eau de Parfum

8.4 / 10 442 Ratings

A popular perfume by Boadicea the Victorious for women and men, released in 2012. The scent is floral-oriental. The longevity is above-average. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Floral

Oriental

Sweet

Spicy

Woody

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Turkish rose Saffron

Saffron

Carrot seed

Coriander

Heart Notes

Rose

Beeswax

Hedione

Jasmine

Base Notes

Vanilla

Labdanum

Oud

Patchouli

Amber

Benzoin

Musk

Perfumer

Christian Provenzano

Ratings

Scent

8.4442 Ratings

Longevity

8.1369 Ratings

Sillage

7.5370 Ratings

Bottle

8.7355 Ratings

Value for money

6.9176 Ratings

Submitted by Fenja · last update on 01/01/2026.

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Reviews

16 in-depth fragrance descriptions

09/28/2021

8.5Scent 9Longevity 6Sillage

BS96
11 Reviews

BS96

3

Sweet floral on steroids

This scent changed my mind aboud florals.
I used to hate florals and used to think that florals are very feminine until I found out about boadicea ardent, seemed interesting on fragrantica so I ordered a sample of this and after the first spray oh my…
This is a game changing floral.
That first blast of floral mixed with the honey,beeswax & amber is really to die for.
It’s very rose-ish but somehow it is very masculine smelling floral
For the guys that are afraid to use rose based fragrances you are really missing out a lot.
It is very alluring, sexy and inviting perfect for dates or night outs
Longevity and projection are also great especially for this price range!
I get about 9-10 hours of longevity and very solid projection for the first 3-4 hours then you are left with an amazing skinscent from the drydown of the fragrance which still from time to time you are going to get small whiths of the scent.

09/16/2024

9Scent 9Longevity 9Sillage

Tealight10
19 Reviews

Tealight10

1

In the Mood for Rose

This is an unapologetic, romantic rose fragrance that achieves a wonderful balance of notes and expressions of this iconic flower. It’s classic without feeling old-fashioned or soapy.

The opening is fresh (coriander/carrot seed) and joyful (hedione) but still mature (saffron). I feel instant exuberance with the initial spray—opened to life and what the day might bring.

In the heart, the fragrance becomes a sweet honeyed rose. (Maybe a little too sweet if I have been overexcited by the top and spray a bit more than necessary.) It’s not a weak fragrance at all and the sillage is generous. Three sprays is probably more than plenty!

The heart notes last and last creating a loving atmosphere of rose accompanied by a joyful jasmine and warm golden honey. While the top feels bright green and effervescent like a spray of pink rose buds, the heart unfurls as a full rose blossom, velvety in color and texture, weightier, sustained, still full of life. This rose is open and ready to work its magic for the world over.

The dry down into the base just makes me love the fragrance even more. The rose darkens with time and patchouli subtly supports it with an emerald green-ness, the sweetness also darkens into an intimate heady amber glow that carries the rose the last few hours.

This fragrance is for any and all lovers of rose! For this Gen X momma with goth roots, Ardent is a powerhouse love tonic that helps me set an optimistic, abundant, loving tone for the day. It has a gravity and complexity that feels mature and balances the sweetness. (I can be a bit averse to sweet fragrances but the green, earthiness works with the honey to keep it grounded.) Because the sillage can be generous, less is more in an indoor/work environment.

12/02/2025

9Scent 8Longevity 8Sillage

Pennantis
131 Reviews

Pennantis

1

The rose of nighttime allure

It oozes sophisticated and magnetic sensuality. Its character is deep.
On my skin, I get a strong sense of a Rose-Beeswax-Patchouli-Amber-Jasmine combo. Those are the notes that hit me the most. God, they’re just beautiful!! There’s also a rich woody base with hints of warm resins. You can also feel a touch of spice and a hint of sweetness.
What really makes Ardent special is how it evolves on the skin—it transforms and gets super warm. It starts with a spicy, almost "zesty" touch, then shifts into warmer tones. The rose immediately greets you with its sweetness, a bit waxy... it’s amazing. Then the jasmine comes in, adding more depth and softness. Seriously, it's out of this world.
As a multi-dimensional take on rose, it reminded me a lot of Rose Absolue . As for the vibe, it makes me think of Night in Paris . All three of these rose fragrances share that seductive, nighttime allure.

12/20/2025

apimenta
5 Reviews

apimenta

1

Controlled Fire

combines intensity with remarkable refinement. From the opening, it delivers a warm, sensual richness driven by resins, leather, and a subtle sweetness that never feels heavy or cloying. Projection is strong in the first hours, commanding attention without becoming overwhelming, and gradually softens into a luxurious, enveloping trail. Longevity is outstanding, easily exceeding 10–12 hours, with a deep, elegant dry-down that lingers on skin and fabric. Ardent feels powerful, opulent, and controlled, a statement fragrance with undeniable presence.

09/26/2014

10Scent

FrauHolle
556 Reviews

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FrauHolle

Top Review 42

Donnerlüttchen!

Rose, Oud, beeswax. Has anyone already said that?
The sticky sweetness is a bit breath-taking and slightly borderline, and could have inspired Helene Fischer for her latest hit.

Note, by the way, beeswax, mind you, not honey, was invented alongside peach, coconut, and butyric acid in hell.

Here, however, one has olfactorily hit the narrow line between Windows and OS X and, with sleepwalking certainty, tends not to lean towards the broad masses.

What many don’t know is that Boadi always mixes a bit of that stuff into his creations, which is also found in Chio chips or Haribo licorice snails. Coke or something.
I don’t know if that’s really okay.

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