Andraste

Andraste by Boadicea the Victorious honours Queen Boadicea and her Iceni heritage through a floral portrait of a walled garden. Its name recalls the Celtic warrior goddess invoked before the queen’s battle with the Roman army. Imagined as an insignia for modern life, it links past and present through a sensual, steely rose, with the suggestion of metallic thorns and an approaching storm.The garden imagery captures walls holding heat, with sunlight moving across brick, slate, trellises and espaliered fruit trees. Flowers, vegetables and medicinal herbs flourish in honeyed air scented with pollen. Butterflies flit and dragonflies hover on transparent wings above ornamental water reflecting the blue sky. The setting feels private and contemplative, with time suspended. Mentholic eucalyptus meets smoky Lapsang Souchong tea, saffron and thyme. Honeysuckle, wisteria, jasmine and Lady Emma Hamilton rose form the floral heart, balanced by citrus. Resinous leather, earthy powdered orris and musky ambrette add texture, while smoky woods and vetiver give depth. The composition explores tension and balance between floral softness, herbal freshness and darker materials.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes: Lapsang Souchong Tea, Saffron, Eucalyptus, Thyme, Elemi, Lemon, Bergamot
Heart Notes: Jasmine, Rose, Honeysuckle, Wisteria, Iris
Base Notes: Leather, Incense, Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Guaiac Wood, Musk, Vetiver, Oak

Product Details

• Made in: United Kingdom
• Available in: 100ml Perfume
• Fragrance Family: White Floral, Floral, Leather

Who It’s For
Those drawn to expressive floral perfumes with leather and smoky herbal facets may appreciate Andraste’s contrasts. Its rose and white floral heart suits wearers who enjoy a garden atmosphere with earthy, musky depth.