Ruy Lopez

Ruy Lopez: A Fragrant Tribute to Chess Mastery

The fragrance Ruy Lopez by Mind Games is inspired by the classic chess opening, known as the Ruy Lopez or the Spanish Opening. This opening, named after the 16th-century Spanish chess master Ruy Lopez de Segura, is celebrated for its strategic depth and elegance. It is a seminal work that was published in 1561 and has become a classic in the world of chess. The perfume reflects these qualities by combining notes that evoke sophistication and complexity, much like the opening itself.

Olfactory Notes

Ruy Lopez Mind Games unfolds like a masterful chess match, each note moving with calculated precision. The opening is bold yet refined, where dark cherry mingles with black pepper and black tea, creating an intriguing tension between warmth and spice—like the first strategic moves on a chessboard. As the fragrance develops, rich rum and velvety rose emerge, adding depth and intrigue, reminiscent of a well-executed midgame maneuver. Finally, the scent settles into a smooth, smoky base of supple leather, oak, and patchouli, evoking the victorious elegance of checkmate—sophisticated, confident, and timeless.

Olfactory notes: Woody, Leather, Aromatic

Fragrance Family: Woody

Top notes: Black Tea, Black Pepper, Cherry

Heart notes: Rose, Dark Rum, Davana

Base notes: Patchouli, Leather, Oakwood

• Concentration: Eau De Parfum
• Made in the USA
• Parfumeur: Christelle Laprade
• Year of Launch: 2023

If you're wondering about how long "Ruy Lopez Mind Games" will last, Fragrantica says you can expect it to linger for about 8 hours.

Ingredients: Alcohol denat., fragrance, water.