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French Defense by Mind Games
2023 • Unisex

MIND GAMES
FRENCH DEFENSE

French Defense opens with a bright and slightly sweet burst of violet leaves, chamomile, and cherry, creating a refreshing and inviting introduction. As it settles, the heart reveals a floral embrace of mimosa, rose, and geranium, softening the initial sweetness and adding a sophisticated depth. The base notes unfold with a warm blend of cedarwood, amber, and blonde woods, providing a grounding finish that lingers gently without becoming overpowering. This unisex fragrance is particularly well-suited for the cooler months of fall and winter, making it an ideal choice for evening wear. While it boasts moderate longevity and sillage, it strikes a balance that feels intimate rather than overwhelming, making it perfect for close encounters. French Defense stands out in its category with a unique blend of cherry and woody accords, offering a refreshing twist on traditional seasonal scents. If you appreciate fragrances that skillfully navigate sweetness and warmth, this one deserves a spot in your collection.

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person Perfumer Christelle Laprade
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French Defense opens on cherry and violet leaves before easing into a rose and geranium heart. What you'll smell on skin hours in is amber, blonde woods, and cedarwood, the base does the heavy lifting here. Longevity is solid, though the sillage stays politely close, a quiet endurance scent. Hits hardest across fall and winter with a nighttime tilt. The 4.5-star rating with 10,025 voters behind it makes a blind buy defensible.

timerLONGEVITY

8-12 Hours66%
FLEETINGETERNAL

wavesSILLAGE

Moderate41%
INTIMATERADIATING

wc GENDER MAP

FEMININE UNISEX MASCULINE

calendar_month SEASON MAP

spa 21.2% SPRING
wb_sunny 7.3% SUMMER
eco 35.8% FALL
ac_unit 35.8% WINTER

schedule DAY / NIGHT

light_mode 40% DAY
dark_mode 60% NIGHT
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