What's the difference between Begum and Valiant?+
Begum is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2015) dominated by Woody accords. Valiant is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Boadicea the Victorious (2013) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Powdery, Floral, Sweet.
Which is better, Begum or Valiant?+
By community rating, Begum scores 4.16/5 vs Valiant at 4.27/5. Valiant's standout strength: Accessible pricing option through decants and partial bottles. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Begum and Valiant smell similar?+
They share 6 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Floral, Sweet, Vanilla. Valiant: Valiant by Boadicea the Victorious is viewed as a premium fragrance with adequate quality, but the r/fragrance community consensus is that its high MSRP doesn't represent proportionally better performance than more affordable options.
Which lasts longer, Begum or Valiant?+
Valiant: Price does not justify performance compared to cheaper alternatives Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Begum vs Valiant?+
Begum scores highest for all seasons wear; Valiant scores highest for spring wear. Begum leans daytime, Valiant leans daytime.
