Gardez

Gardez Mind Games: A Fragrant Tribute to Chess's Dance of Defense and Sacrifice

The fragrance Gardez, created by Mind Games, draws its inspiration from the intricate strategies of chess, specifically the idea of defense and sacrifices made to protect the most valuable pieces. The name "Gardez" comes from a French term used in chess to warn an opponent that their queen is in danger, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and protective moves in the game. The scent embodies a delicate yet intense balance, showing that strength can be fragile and beauty can be strong and fearless. It represents the idea that sometimes, the most powerful moves are made in defense, and that protecting what is valuable requires courage and strategy.

 

Olfactory Notes

Gardez opens with an invigorating freshness, where blackberry leaf and apricot create a juicy yet refined introduction, evoking the sharp anticipation of the first chess move. As the fragrance settles, the heart reveals orris, jasmine, and rosewood, lending a velvety, powdery elegance reminiscent of calculated mid-game strategies—bold yet meticulously planned. The dry-down is where Gardez fully asserts its identity, as black leather, cedarwood, and a hint of popcorn emerge, symbolizing resilience and mastery. The interplay of rich and airy notes mirrors the final decisive moments in a match—sophisticated, confident, and undeniably compelling.

 

Olfactory notes: Woody, Fruity, Iris

Fragrance Family: Woody

Top notes:  Blackberry leaf, Apricot

Heart notes: Orris Root, Cassis, Jasmine Sambac, Palisander Rosewood

Base notes: Popcorn, Black Leather, Cedar

• Concentration: Extrait De Parfum
• Made in the USA
• Parfumeur: Emilie Bevierre-Coppermann
• Year of Launch: 2022

If you're wondering about how long "Gardez Mind Games" will last, Fragrantica says you can expect it to linger for about 7 hours.

Ingredients: Alcohol Denat., Fragrance (Parfum), Water (Aqua/EAU), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzylmethane, BHT, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene.