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Victoria's Secret · Fresh & Citrus

Victoria's Secret Bombshell Review & Australian Buying Guide

Tropical passionfruit and peony — loud, fun and the most-complimented affordable fruity floral going.

  • Moderate intensity
  • Women
  • Eau de Parfum
  • Launched 2010

Check Australian pricing

Approx. $70 - $110 (100ml) at local retail.

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Scent family
Fresh & Citrus
Longevity
6-8 hours
Projection
Strong
Best seasons
Spring and Summer
Marketed for
Women

What Bombshell smells like

Bombshell is bright tropical fruit over peony and a clean musk. It is cheerful and unserious, projects strongly for its price, and has a reputation for generating compliments that is genuinely deserved.

It suits Australian summers and casual wear; it is too playful for formal settings. Also widely noted as a mosquito attractant, which is worth knowing before a summer evening outdoors. Best bought when Victoria’s Secret runs its regular promotions.

Best for: Summer, casual outings and compliment-hunting on a budget.

The note pyramid

Top notes

  • Passionfruit
  • Grapefruit
  • Pineapple

The opening — what you smell in the first fifteen minutes.

Heart notes

  • Peony
  • Vanilla Orchid
  • Lily

The core character, emerging after roughly half an hour.

Base notes

  • Musk
  • Oakmoss
  • Woods

The dry-down that lingers on skin and fabric.

When to wear it

Bombshell suits everyday casual, night out and beach & holiday. Its moderate intensity means three to four sprays gives you presence without dominating a room.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Victoria's Secret Bombshell last?

Expect roughly 6-8 hours on skin with strong projection. Longevity drops in high heat and humidity, so Queensland and Northern Territory wearers should plan for the lower end of that range. Spraying one of your applications onto clothing rather than skin extends it considerably.

Is Bombshell suitable for the Australian climate?

It performs best in spring and summer. It holds up well in genuine heat, which makes it a sensible choice for summer in any Australian capital.

Is Bombshell unisex?

It is marketed for women, but fragrance has no rules — the fresh citrus character means plenty of people outside that marketing category wear it happily.

How much does Bombshell cost in Australia?

Approximately $70 - $110 (100ml) at Australian retail. Designer fragrance is discounted almost continuously, so compare pharmacy chains, duty-free and online marketplaces before paying full department-store price.

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