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French Defense Extrait de Parfum

MIND GAMES

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What it is: A fragrance from MIND GAMES, a brand using scent to embody the strength and unity of pawns, collective assuredness and dedication to uphold each other.

Fragrance story: A sophisticated fragrance that exudes true confidence, French Defense takes control in a tantalizing scent of succulent black cherry, seductive notes of smooth liqueurs and a bed of velvety woods and ambers. Soft florals are woven throughout the composition bringing a quiet grace and natural beauty to its structure. Completely captivating, French Defense rises to every occasion, with a scent that sets the tone for success.
'French Defense leads with a mouthwatering boldness of dark liquor-saturated cherries; a hypnotic red fruity note that hooks the senses from the start. Threads of soft mimosa and geranium Madagascar woven through the heart transition the fragrance into a skin-warming caress of golden amber and woods.' - Christelle Laprade, Perfumer.

Style: Fruity floral.

Notes:
- Top: cherry, violet leaves, chamomile
- Middle: Madagascar geranium, rose absolute, mimosa
- Base: amber, cedarwood, blonde wood

  • 3.4 oz.
  • Made in the USA
  • Item #10242203
  • Core Product ID 333333AX64

Ingredients

Alcohol Denat., Fragrance (Parfum), Water (Aqua/Eau), Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Coumarin, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Limonene, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Anise Alcohol, Geraniol, Citral, Isoeugenol, Benzyl Alcohol.
Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete and up-to-date list of ingredients, refer to the product packaging

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Apr 12, 2024

Mesmerizing

Fabulous unisex cherry fragrance. This has wide appeal for gourmand lovers but isn’t so candy-like as to turn away guys. I wish the price point weren’t so high, but it seems as though many niche perfumers are grabbing for (and getting) sales for scents that are $300+. This was a celebratory purchase and I hope to wear it in good health. I love what Mind Games is doing.
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AthenaBee
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Oct 8, 2025

I really wanted to like this...

I do not get any scent of cherries or liqueurs. It smells oddly like rice paper or dust as it powders down. I also noticed that the price point has gone up from $375 which was already grossly overpriced, to $395. I bought the sample Soulmate Collection box which has 10 different fragrances in it. Perhaps it is just the samples themselves that are not giving off the proper scent palette, but I am not really sold on Mind Games. As for shipping, I have elevated this to Nordstrom a couple of times that OnTrac should not be used as a shipping option. The first time, OnTrac sat on my item for 4 days before shipping for a 2-day guaranteed delivery, and the second issue with them was a separate order where they ended up delivering my package to my garage door instead of front door. Who does that?
Anna1980
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Mar 6, 2025

No regrets

Has amber and cherry scents longevity very distinct scent. Really favorite purchase this year true special occasion scent .
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Nov 5, 2024

Seductive Amber and Cherry Frageance

I received a sample of this and wore it to work and out with friends. I was worried at first because as a man I thought it might be too… cherry heavy ;). This fragrance is an instant complement puller with the ladies. The cherry fruit and amber smell blend beautifully on the skin. This is an excellent fall, winter, late spring fragrance. You can also get away with wearing this on a summer night out. I purchased Mind Games Blockade as my first amazing fragrance and this one is an excellent follow up purchase.
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MATorres
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Mar 31, 2025

Love at first smell

I love everything Mind Games is doing. But this is beyond amazing. I can’t wait to expand my MG collection
Hawcdoc
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June 21, 2026

Mind Games French Defense

Confident and Bold with a classy dry down. From the first spray I felt in love with this particular scent.
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Unforgettable

If you express yourself by your SOTD, this is for you! Leaves an impression, long lasting, projects….a must have.
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