{"product_id":"french-defense-by-mind-games","title":"FRENCH DEFENSE","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"576\" data-start=\"33\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"50\" data-start=\"33\"\u003eOverall vibe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"53\" data-start=\"50\"\u003eLush, dark cherry gourmand wrapped in smooth florals and warm amber woods. It opens with a boozy, juicy black cherry—rich, slightly syrupy, and immediately attention-grabbing. As it develops, soft florals (rose, geranium, mimosa) add a polished elegance that keeps it from becoming too heavy or sweet. The drydown is warm, ambery, and woody, giving it a smooth, luxurious finish that feels confident, seductive, and slightly mysterious—like dressed-up sensuality with a refined edge. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"693\" data-start=\"578\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"592\" data-start=\"578\"\u003eLongevity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"595\" data-start=\"592\"\u003e6–10 hours (moderate to strong; tends to cling well to skin and fabric, especially in the drydown)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"695\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"710\" data-start=\"695\"\u003eProjection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"713\" data-start=\"710\"\u003eModerate to strong in the first 1–2 hours with a bold cherry-amber aura, then settles into a softer but still noticeable warm floral-woody skin scent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"891\" data-start=\"864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"889\" data-start=\"864\"\u003eWhen \/ where to wear:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"893\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"923\" data-start=\"893\" data-section-id=\"kmq691\"\u003eEvening wear \/ date nights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"964\" data-start=\"924\" data-section-id=\"jaldyr\"\u003eFall and winter (best in cooler air)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1006\" data-start=\"965\" data-section-id=\"u27g5a\"\u003eUpscale dinners or nightlife settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1052\" data-start=\"1007\" data-section-id=\"p52ud0\"\u003eSpecial occasions where you want presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"1053\" data-section-id=\"15ps9cw\"\u003eSituations where you want to smell luxurious and memorable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1132\" data-start=\"1117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1130\" data-start=\"1117\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"1134\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1199\" data-start=\"1134\" data-section-id=\"f10qs6\"\u003ePeople who love cherry-forward gourmand fragrances with depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1248\" data-start=\"1200\" data-section-id=\"1gs90tj\"\u003eFans of sweet but structured niche perfumery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1322\" data-start=\"1249\" data-section-id=\"1rrjz46\"\u003eThose who enjoy a balance of fruity richness and woody sophistication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"1323\" data-section-id=\"16w41ms\"\u003eAnyone who wants a bold signature scent that still feels elegant rather than playful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRAGRANCE NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTOP NOTES:  \u003c\/strong\u003eCherry, Violet leaves, Chamomille. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMIDDLE NOTES:  \u003c\/strong\u003eRose, Geranium, Mimosa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBASE NOTES:  \u003c\/strong\u003eAmber, Blond woods, Cedarwood. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrench Defense\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eMind Games\u003c\/b\u003e is a fragrance for women and men.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrench Defense\u003c\/b\u003e was launched in 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose behind this fragrance is Christelle Laprade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur decants are rebottled by The Scent Garden, LLC from genuine fragrance bottles. The Scent Garden LLC is a wholly independent entity not affiliated, connected, or associated with Mind Games.  Original manufacturer's bottles not included with purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mind Games","offers":[{"title":"1mL spray","offer_id":48668399894770,"sku":"Mind GamesFRENCH DEFENSE1mL spray","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2mL spray","offer_id":48668399927538,"sku":"Mind GamesFRENCH DEFENSE2mL spray","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5mL travel spray","offer_id":48893385572594,"sku":"Mind GamesFRENCH DEFENSE5mL travel spray","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10mL travel spray","offer_id":48893385638130,"sku":"Mind GamesFRENCH DEFENSE10mL spray","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30mL spray","offer_id":49127889010930,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/5001\/9826\/files\/French_Defense.jpg?v=1768583373","url":"https:\/\/www.thescentgardenllc.com\/products\/french-defense-by-mind-games","provider":"THE SCENT GARDEN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}