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Mind Games
Checkmate

Extrait de Parfum, Unisex, $395 Retail value
910 ratings
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Mind Games - Checkmate

MIND GAMES links the complex artistry best embodied by the strategy and brilliance of Chess with the innovative and hypnotic effects of perfumery. Leading the charge with an effervescent burst of champagne, Checkmate rushes to action in a dazzling sparkle of hope. Succulent and seductive fruits and florals follow, drawing on their reserves of willpower. In the final moments you experience an intoxicating blend of tobacco and bourbon. The memory of the battle fades as the ground cradles you in rugged notes of earth, moss, and patchouli.
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Fragrance family
Chypre
Chypre scents are defined as a combination of five notes - citrus (often bergamot), floral (classically, rose or jasmine), woody (often patchouli), oakmoss, amber and/or musk. These timeless, woody fragrances are ideal for charismatic and original personalities who wants to wear unique scents.
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  • Strong43%
  • Warm25%
  • Powdery13%
  • Fresh8%
  • Sweet5%
  • Light4%
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  • DB
    Derricia B.
    08/28/2026
    Reviews  2
    Products received  4
    Mind games and checkmate are both my favorite
    Both of these scents last forever! Even after a shower. The scent lingers even after you leave! I received so many compliments. And the men love it too! Ladies the whole collection is worth buying. I’m a big Versace girl and these have trumped over them and has made the list of being my favorites! Hands down! I can’t wait to receive all of them
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    KIMBERLY C.
    08/22/2026
    Reviews  4
    Products received  4
    First
    It's a unique fragrance
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    Woody
    Mysterious
    Everyday
    Fall
    Strong
    Intense
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  • AS
    Anais S.
    08/22/2026
    Reviews  2
    Products received  4
    Not for me
    It smells like super strong bathroom refresher
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  • JI
    Joshua I.
    08/15/2026
    Reviews  8
    Products received  20
    sharp green apple scent
    This scent is one where you have to be patient, the dry down on this is wonderful and I own the full size bottle. However, the initial spray is sharp and projects a bit too much in my opinion. This is more special occasion spring scent to me. I enjoy it, but won't reach for it daily.
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    Spring
    Refined
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  • DZ
    Dora Z.
    08/04/2026
    Reviews  9
    Products received  12
    Mind Games by Checkmate
    As my other review stated, I did not receive my package. I did not receive this fragrance, so I cannot say what it was like. I think I am canceling my subscription as I personally. find this to be an expensive way to find the best scent for a person to wear. I wanted to find a new fragrance, but I don't think thus is the way realky. It's just costly. The little samples yhey give you in the stores are goid enough.
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Explore Mind Games
Explore the niche fragrance collection crafted by Master Perfumers, inspired by chess. "The inspiration behind MIND GAMES is, first and foremost, a love and respect for artisanal fragrance making and the complexity of its process. In addition to the inherent uniqueness of our compositions and small batch manufacturig process, we have prioritized sustainability in every aspect of production. We extensively research the ingredients we source and use in our blends, the environmental impact of how and when they are sourced, and how much is sourced at once. It is imperative that our methods and ingredients, along with the bottles and packaging, are sustainable. We are proud to say we have managed to create luxury products without a high environmental impact." - Alex Shalbaf, Founder and CEO
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