Harmonious Boadicea the Victorious 2022

Harmonious is an often underestimated fragrance from Boadicea. Most people talk about Hanuman, Blue Sapphire Parfum, Bodacious, etc., but what specifically makes Harmonious so special for me?

Well, the scent is actually a well-known DNA from "Dior Homme Parfum | Dior", but with a special twist from Boadicea that I personally felt was missing in "Dior Homme Parfum | Dior". It is indeed powdery-leathery, but rather "dry" - a masterpiece, but something was lacking in the composition that I found in Harmonious.

Now, onto the fragrance:

- Right from the start, the scent captivates with a gentle hint of ambrette that envelops you in a creamy-light texture. Rum and cognac add a certain opulent sweetness to the fragrance. A light touch of cardamom provides a truly subtle spiciness, while saffron and cinnamon give it an oriental flair. It simply smells special, more rounded, and not so "dry".

- Then comes the strong association with "Dior Homme Parfum | Dior"; the iris root adds a powdery-light-earthy character, which is complemented by the velvety sweetness of the May rose, adding a slightly floral charm. The cashmere wood also makes the fragrance a bit softer, and additional spiciness from coriander subtly enlivens the scent.

- In the drydown, the fragrance is then complemented by powdery soft musk and vanilla, while the amber adds a slight warmth and resinous quality. A hint of leatheriness and earthiness from vetiver provides that characteristic, distinctive base typical of DHP, while the sandalwood balances it out with a slightly creamy texture.

- The longevity is really very good, and the projection in the first 3-4 hours is above average.

Overall, Harmonious feels just as noble as "Dior Homme Parfum | Dior", but much deeper, rounder, and more harmonious. This dry leathery-powdery aspect of DHP experiences several twists throughout the fragrance journey.