MIND GAMES 2023 Extrait

U ££££ Acquired

Ruy Lopez

by Christelle Laprade

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MIND GAMES Ruy Lopez is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Christelle Laprade. Ruy Lopez opens with Black Tea, Pepper, and Cherry, settles into a heart of Davana, Rose, and Rum, and dries down to a base of Oak, Leather, and Patchouli. MIND GAMES's Ruy Lopez carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive cherry-tea fragrance that some find sophisticated and intriguing, while others are left unimpressed. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans praising its unique boozy-fruity depth and critics questioning its wearability and value.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
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Ruy Lopez 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong sillage and long-lasting nature make it less suitable for an office environment. However, its sophisticated and boozy profile, with mentions of 'dinner out' and 'date night' in reviews, makes it perfect for dates and evening formal events.

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

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

Ruy Lopez opens with a sharp, peppery black tea, quickly joined by a dark, non-syrupy cherry and a subtle boozy warmth. The heart unfolds with an intoxicating blend of davana, a hint of rose, and rich rum. It settles into a luxurious base of oak, softened leather, and an earthy patchouli, creating a complex and long-lasting scent that balances fruitiness with dark, woody undertones.

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