{"product_id":"mind-games-french-defense-fragrance-samples-authentic-decants","title":"Mind Games French Defense Fragrance Samples | Authentic Decants (3ml, 5ml, 10ml)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bfc-product-description {\n    color: #222;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.7;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description p {\n    margin: 0 0 16px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description h2 {\n    margin: 28px 0 12px;\n    font-size: 22px;\n    line-height: 1.3;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description h3 {\n    margin: 20px 0 8px;\n    font-size: 17px;\n    line-height: 1.4;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description ul {\n    margin: 8px 0 16px;\n    padding-left: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description li {\n    margin-bottom: 5px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details {\n    margin: 22px 0 28px;\n    padding: 18px 20px;\n    background: #f7f7f7;\n    border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n    border-radius: 4px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details ul {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 0;\n    list-style: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details li {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 7px 0;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #e4e4e4;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details li:last-child {\n    border-bottom: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion {\n    margin-top: 26px;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #d9d9d9;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion details {\n    margin: 0;\n    border-top: 1px solid #d9d9d9;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary {\n    position: relative;\n    padding: 18px 44px 18px 2px;\n    color: #111;\n    font-size: 17px;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    line-height: 1.4;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    list-style: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary::after {\n    content: \"+\";\n    position: absolute;\n    top: 50%;\n    right: 8px;\n    transform: translateY(-50%);\n    font-size: 24px;\n    font-weight: 400;\n    line-height: 1;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion details[open] summary::after {\n    content: \"−\";\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion-content {\n    padding: 0 4px 22px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-disclaimer {\n    font-size: 13px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #555;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 767px) {\n    .bfc-product-description {\n      font-size: 15px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-product-description h2 {\n      font-size: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-product-details {\n      padding: 15px 16px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-accordion summary {\n      padding-top: 16px;\n      padding-bottom: 16px;\n      font-size: 16px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bfc-product-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Defense by Mind Games\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Extrait de Parfum created by perfumer Christelle Laprade, built around succulent black cherry, soft florals, amber and smooth woods. The fragrance opens with a rich fruity character before rose, mimosa and geranium add refinement through the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eFrench Defense is especially distinctive for the contrast between its dark, liqueur-like cherry impression and its warmer woody-amber drydown. Violet leaves and chamomile bring additional nuance to the opening, while cedarwood and blonde wood keep the sweeter fruit from becoming overly syrupy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eFrench Defense sample\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003etravel-size decant\u003c\/strong\u003e is a practical way to experience how the black cherry, florals and woods develop on your skin. It is especially worth sampling for anyone who enjoys fruity fragrances with a richer, smoother and more sophisticated woody finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-product-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e French Defense\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mind Games\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extrait de Parfum\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruity\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfumer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christelle Laprade\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soulmate Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genderless \/ Unisex\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sample and travel-size decants\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eFragrance Notes\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eThe notes below follow the current dedicated French Defense product page and the matching Mind Games crystal decanter page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eTop Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eViolet Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eChamomile\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eHeart Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGeranium Madagascar\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eRose Absolute\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMimosa\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eBase Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAmber\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCedarwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBlonde Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eMind Games describes French Defense around dark, liquor-saturated cherries followed by soft mimosa and geranium before the fragrance settles into warm amber and woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat Does French Defense Smell Like?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFrench Defense opens with a pronounced dark cherry character. The fruit feels rich and juicy, with violet leaves and chamomile adding green, aromatic and softly herbal contrast around the cherry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eThe heart becomes smoother and more floral through rose absolute, geranium Madagascar and mimosa. These notes soften the fruit and give the composition a more polished transition toward its base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eAmber, cedarwood and blonde wood shape the drydown, creating warmth and structure beneath the lingering cherry. Overall, French Defense smells fruity, floral and woody, with black cherry remaining the defining feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003ePerformance and Best Occasions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFrench Defense combines a rich black cherry opening with florals, amber and woods, giving it enough depth for both daytime and evening use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eIts fruity warmth is particularly well suited to fall, winter and cooler transitional weather. It can work well for date nights, dinners, social events, special occasions and other settings where a richer fruity fragrance feels appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eLongevity, projection, and sillage can vary depending on skin chemistry, application, climate, and environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhy Try a French Defense Sample?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFrench Defense changes from a bold cherry-led opening into softer florals and a warm woody-amber base. Sampling lets you experience how prominent the cherry remains on your skin and how the floral and woody notes develop around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eA 3ml French Defense sample provides multiple opportunities to wear the fragrance before deciding whether a larger travel-size decant is right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eAvailable Sizes and Estimated Sprays\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3ml Sample:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25–30 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5ml Travel Spray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 40–50 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10ml Travel Spray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 85–100 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30ml:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 250–300 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eSpray counts are estimates and may vary slightly depending on the atomizer and how each spray is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eAuthenticity and Decanting\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEach French Defense decant sold by Bluegrass Fragrance Company is transferred from an authentic original bottle. The fragrance is not diluted, reformulated, or intentionally altered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eEach order is hand-filled into a glass atomizer and carefully packaged for convenient application, storage, and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOrders are normally processed within 2–3 business days unless otherwise stated and ship from Central Kentucky through USPS or UPS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eYour tracking number may be created before your order is hand-filled and packaged. Carrier tracking may not update immediately after the tracking number is issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eFree U.S. shipping is available on qualifying orders over $100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eAre these authentic Mind Games French Defense samples?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Each French Defense sample or decant is independently transferred by Bluegrass Fragrance Company from an authentic original Mind Games bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhat is a fragrance decant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA fragrance decant is authentic fragrance transferred from the original manufacturer bottle into a smaller atomizer for sampling, regular wear or travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs French Defense diluted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNo. French Defense is transferred directly from the original bottle without intentional dilution, reformulation or alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs the original Mind Games bottle included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for an independently prepared French Defense sample or travel-size decant. The original Mind Games bottle and manufacturer packaging are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhat does Mind Games French Defense smell like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFrench Defense is a black cherry-centered fragrance with violet leaves and chamomile in the opening, rose, geranium and mimosa through the heart, and warm amber, cedarwood and blonde woods in the drydown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eDoes French Defense smell like cherry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Cherry is the defining top note, and Mind Games specifically describes the fragrance around dark, liquor-saturated black cherry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs French Defense sweet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIt has noticeable fruity sweetness from the cherry, but floral notes, cedarwood, amber and blonde wood give the fragrance more balance and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs French Defense boozy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMind Games describes the cherry accord as having a dark, liquor-saturated quality and also references smooth liqueur-like nuances. There is not, however, a separate rum or cognac note listed in the official pyramid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs French Defense floral?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Rose absolute, geranium Madagascar and mimosa form the official heart, although the fragrance remains strongly centered on black cherry and warm woods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs French Defense an Extrait de Parfum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games officially identifies French Defense as an Extrait de Parfum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWho created Mind Games French Defense?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFrench Defense was created by perfumer Christelle Laprade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhen was French Defense released?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMind Games French Defense was introduced in 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs French Defense unisex?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games positions its fragrance collection as genderless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhat seasons are best for French Defense?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIts dark cherry, amber and woody character makes French Defense particularly appealing in fall, winter and cooler transitional weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs French Defense part of the Soulmate Collection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games currently includes French Defense in its Soulmate Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs French Defense suitable for travel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. A travel-size French Defense decant provides a convenient way to carry the fragrance without traveling with the original full-size Mind Games bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIndependent Retailer Disclaimer\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content bfc-disclaimer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBluegrass Fragrance Company is an independent fragrance decanting business and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or licensed by Mind Games or its trademark owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eBrand names and trademarks are used solely to identify the authentic fragrance being offered. 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