MIND GAMES 2022 Extrait

U ££££ Acquired

Grand Master

by Alexandra Carlin

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MIND GAMES Grand Master is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Alexandra Carlin. Grand Master opens with Rose, Peony, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Violet, Coffee, and Grasse Rose Absolute, and dries down to a base of Ebony, Myrrh, Incense, and Panettone. MIND GAMES's Grand Master carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one is a seriously classy contender for your next signature scent, blending dark woods and rich coffee with a delicate rose. It's sophisticated and alluring, a guaranteed head-turner that gets compliments galore.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Confident
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Grand Master Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage make it a bit much for the office, though some manage it. The rich, dark, and sensual notes, along with strong community endorsement for 'date night' and 'formal' settings, elevate its suitability for those occasions. It's less suited for casual or sporty wear due to its opulent character.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Grand Master opens with a sophisticated dance of deep rose and a subtle hint of blackcurrant, quickly evolving into a rich heart where dark roasted coffee and delicate violet intertwine. As it settles, the fragrance deepens into a luxurious base of ebony wood, smoky incense, and warm myrrh, all touched with a surprising, comforting whisper of panettone sweetness. It's a complex and captivating journey from floral elegance to an opulent, resinous warmth.

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