I would like to say something about my new favorite.
Let's get one thing straight: YES, Boadicea is expensive. The price here is quite substantial!
I don't spend much money, and if I do, it's on perfume...
On my perfume journey, I have smelled countless fragrances. And of course, you eventually come across Boadicea. After many bottles, you are then ready to pay a special price for something special... that's how I justify it to myself.
About the scent: as mentioned in the title, I know no other fragrance like the Defender! Warm honey, red berries, pleasant sweetness... a hint of licorice?! It makes it exciting! Ginger keeps it fresh and sharp/sparkling. A bit gourmand. A bit fresh and a bit fruity. The top note is an absolute 10 out of 10! Never smelled anything comparable... Unique, delicious, mysterious, and warm/high-quality. If the scent cost "only" 200-300€, every influencer would probably have recommended it by now... I can only recommend that everyone tries it if they get the chance. I wear it generously, and I love it in spring temperatures. One of my top 5 fragrances in my collection.
P.S.
The price is steep. Painfully acceptable for collectors and enthusiasts.