{"product_id":"mind-games-opera-mate-fragrance-samples-authentic-decants","title":"Mind Games Opera Mate 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\u003eOpera Mate by Mind Games\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Extrait de Parfum created by perfumer Christelle Laprade, blending roasted chestnut, crème brûlée and caramel with woods, vetiver and suede. The fragrance opens with nutty warmth and bright grapefruit zest before moving into a richer gourmand heart and a smooth, woody drydown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eMind Games describes Opera Mate around the contrast between familiar sweetness and more refined woody materials. Roasted chestnut and crème brûlée create a toasted, edible character, while davana, vetiver, sandalwood and suede add depth and prevent the fragrance from feeling simply sugary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eOpera Mate sample\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003etravel-size decant\u003c\/strong\u003e is a practical way to experience how its chestnut, caramel, vetiver and sandalwood develop on your skin. It is especially worth sampling for anyone who enjoys warm gourmand fragrances with woody, musky and lightly leathery contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-product-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opera Mate\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 Woody Edible Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\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 Artisan 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\u003eMind Games publishes an official Top, Middle and Drydown structure for Opera Mate. The notes below follow the current dedicated product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eTop Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eRoasted Chestnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGrapefruit Zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eLabdanum\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eHeart Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCrème Brûlée\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDavana\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eVetiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eBase Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuede\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCaramel\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSantal\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eMind Games also highlights the toasted and caramelized qualities of vetiver and sandalwood, emphasizing the contrast between comforting gourmand sweetness and polished woody materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat Does Opera Mate Smell Like?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOpera Mate smells warm, toasted and gourmand from the opening. Roasted chestnut provides a nutty richness, while grapefruit zest adds a brief flash of brightness and labdanum contributes amber-like warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eThe heart becomes noticeably more dessert-like with crème brûlée, but davana and vetiver add aromatic and woody contrast. That balance keeps the fragrance from feeling like a straightforward caramel dessert scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eAs it dries down, suede, caramel and sandalwood create a smooth, warm finish with woody, musky and lightly leathery facets. The overall character is rich and edible, but grounded by woods and vetiver.\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\u003eOpera Mate's Extrait de Parfum concentration and combination of chestnut, crème brûlée, caramel, suede and woods give it a rich character that naturally suits evenings and cooler conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eIt can be especially appealing for fall and winter, dinners, date nights, special occasions and other settings where a warmer gourmand 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 an Opera Mate Sample?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOpera Mate combines several distinctive gourmand and woody elements, including roasted chestnut, crème brûlée, caramel, vetiver and suede. Sampling allows you to see whether the sweeter, nuttier or woodier aspects become most prominent on your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eA 3ml Opera Mate sample provides several opportunities to experience its development before moving to a larger travel-size decant.\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 Opera Mate 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 Opera Mate samples?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Each Opera Mate 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 Opera Mate diluted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNo. Opera Mate 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 Opera Mate 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 Opera Mate smell like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOpera Mate is a warm gourmand fragrance combining roasted chestnut, crème brûlée and caramel with davana, vetiver, suede and sandalwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eDoes Opera Mate smell like crème brûlée?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Crème brûlée is an official heart note and contributes a creamy, caramelized gourmand character to the fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eDoes Opera Mate smell like chestnut?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Roasted chestnut is an official top note and gives the opening a noticeable toasted, nutty quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Opera Mate sweet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Crème brûlée and caramel give it clear sweetness, but vetiver, suede, labdanum and sandalwood provide woody, resinous and lightly leathery contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Opera Mate a gourmand fragrance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Its roasted chestnut, crème brûlée and caramel notes give it a strong gourmand character. Mind Games officially classifies it as Woody Edible Amber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Opera Mate an Extrait de Parfum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games officially identifies Opera Mate as an Extrait de Parfum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWho created Mind Games Opera Mate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOpera Mate was created by perfumer Christelle Laprade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhen was Opera Mate released?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMind Games Opera Mate was introduced in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Opera Mate unisex?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games positions its fragrances as genderless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhat seasons are best for Opera Mate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIts chestnut, caramel, crème brûlée, suede and woody profile makes Opera Mate particularly well suited to fall, winter and cooler evenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Opera Mate part of the Artisan Collection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games currently includes Opera Mate in its Artisan Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Opera Mate suitable for travel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. A travel-size Opera Mate 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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