Checkmate by Mind Games

for women and men

Mind Games Checkmate is a high-concentration Extrait De Parfum that belongs to the Woody Floral Musk olfactive family.
Checkmate by Mind Games

Checkmate by Mind Games

3.4 oz Perfume Extract Spray
$406.25 USD
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Checkmate by Mind Games
  • Checkmate by Mind Games
  • Checkmate by Mind Games
Checkmate by Mind Games
$406.25 USD
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Scent Summary

When you first spray this, it hits you with a very sharp, photorealistic blast of tart red fruits and champagne. It is not a sugary sweet opening at all; instead, it feels crisp, expensive, and slightly boozy. Most people immediately notice the davana and black currant, which give it a deep, wine-like quality that feels sophisticated rather than playful. It is the kind of scent that makes you sit up a little straighter the moment it touches your skin.

Accords

Woody
Warm Spicy
Tobacco
Earthy
Mossy

A Scent For

This is for the person who wants to smell like they have their life completely together. Reviewers often describe the wearer as someone who is polished, professional, and perhaps a bit intimidating. It is a unisex scent, but it leans into a 'power fragrance' category that suits someone who prefers structured blazers over hoodies. If you like scents that feel dense and substantial rather than airy or fleeting, this is going to be right up your alley for daily wear.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Winter
Winter

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

Because this is an extrait, it has some serious projection and longevity, making it a favorite for cold weather and evening events. Many users report that it performs beautifully in an office setting if you go light on the trigger, but it truly shines at a formal dinner or a late-night gallery opening. It is a fall and winter staple because the tobacco and woody notes need that crisp air to really breathe without becoming overwhelming or cloying in the heat.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Cardamom
Cardamom
Champagne
Champagne
Davana
Davana

Middle Notes

Clove
Clove
Magnolia
Magnolia
Rose
Rose

Base Notes

Moss
Moss
Patchouli
Patchouli
Tobacco
Tobacco
Perfumier

Christelle Laprade
Country of Origin

USA
Year Created

2022

Our Verdict

Checkmate says that you are the most composed person in the room and you aren't looking for external validation. It projects an aura of quiet confidence and high-status elegance that feels intentional and very well-curated. Wearing this tells people you appreciate the finer details and that you prefer a signature scent that is as complex and multifaceted as your own personality, leaving a memorable trail long after you have left the conversation.

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