Violet Sapphire by Boadicea the Victorious bottle
Boadicea the Victorious

Violet Sapphire

4.2/5 · 158 votes Unisex 2018
Main accords
Where to buy
Love Violet Sapphire?
Save it to your favourites and discover similar scents in the Nardinum app.
Get the app

Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity4.2/5
Sillage3.6/5
Day83
Night79
Fall100
Spring92
Summer81
Winter79
Our take

Violet Sapphire opens with a vivid rush of raspberry, passionfruit, and peach, giving the first impression a lush, almost jewel-like glow. Violet leaves add a cool green edge, so the fruit feels polished and bright instead of syrupy. The effect is like a bowl of ripe fruit set beside a freshly cut violet stem, vivid but carefully arranged.

Rose, magnolia, and jasmine sambac then bring a generous floral center. Rose adds a soft, familiar shape, while magnolia lends creamy volume and jasmine sambac gives the blend a warmer, more sensual lift. The floral heart has a smooth, lightly powdery texture, with enough sweetness to suit an easygoing mood and enough structure for a dressed-up setting.

Cambodian oud and cashmere wood deepen the scent with a dry, woody grain. Crystal amber adds a warm sheen, while musk gives the base a soft animalic touch that stays present beneath the fruit and flowers. The rich foundation is long-lasting, and its noticeable presence creates a clear halo around the wearer without turning harsh.

Violet Sapphire feels equally at home in spring and summer, especially for daytime plans, though its ambered woods also suit a cool evening. It will appeal to anyone who likes fruity florals with a polished, opulent finish. Those seeking a crisp, austere violet may find its tropical fruit, musk, and oud more lavish than expected.

Smells similar

Built from the same materials — ranked by how unusual the shared notes are, not by how many.

More from Boadicea the Victorious

All Boadicea the Victorious →