WS-VW-1998

Boudoir

1998Men

warm spicy up front, then floral, settling into aromatic.

Boudoir by Vivienne Westwood is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Boudoir was launched in 1998. The nose behind this fragrance is Martin Gras. Top notes are Aldehydes, Marigold, Hiacynth, Orange Blossom and Bergamot; middle notes are Carnation, Rose, Cardamom, Coriander, Narcissus, Orris Root and Jasmine; base notes are Vanilla,…

warm spicy floral aromatic sweet

Nose: Martin Gras

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Aldehydes, Marigold, Hiacynth, Orange Blossom, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Carnation, Rose, Cardamom, Coriander, Narcissus, Orris Root, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Vanilla, Tobacco Leaf, Cinnamon, Sandalwood, Patchouli

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

88%

81%

44%

37%

37%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter40%Fall37%Spring15%Summer9%Night70%Day30%Wears female69%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Vivienne Westwood picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Boudoir smell like?

warm spicy up front, then floral, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: warm spicy, floral, aromatic.

What notes are in Boudoir?

Top: Aldehydes, Marigold, Hiacynth, Orange Blossom, Bergamot. Heart: Carnation, Rose, Cardamom, Coriander, Narcissus, Orris Root, Jasmine. Base: Vanilla, Tobacco Leaf, Cinnamon, Sandalwood, Patchouli.

How long does Boudoir last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Boudoir loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Boudoir best for?

Winter is the top pick (40%). Fall is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Boudoir?

Night wear leads at 70%. Day is a secondary pick at 30%.

Is Boudoir for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 69% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Boudoir?

Composed by Martin Gras. Released in 1998.