Mind Games Scholar’s Mate
Mind Games Scholar’s Mate is a woody aromatic floral Extrait de Parfum that layers bright spice and citrus over powdery orris, smoky woods, fig milk, and vetiver.
Top notes: Cardamom, Bergamot, Cinnamon Leaf, Grapefruit.
Heart notes: Orris, Elemi, Pimento.
Base notes: Indian Sandalwood, Fig Milk, Vetiver Madagascar, Cypriol.
Scholar’s Mate opens with cardamom, bergamot, cinnamon leaf, and grapefruit for a sparkling aromatic-spiced start. Orris brings a powdery softness while elemi and pimento keep the heart lively and resinous. Indian sandalwood and fig milk make the base creamy as vetiver and cypriol add dry smoky-earthy structure. The result feels polished and composed, balancing brightness, powder, woods, and subtle smoke.
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Route map
Scent Pyramid
- Top
- Cardamom, Bergamot, Cinnamon Leaf, Grapefruit
- Heart
- Orris, Elemi, Pimento
- Base
- Indian Sandalwood, Fig Milk, Vetiver Madagascar, Cypriol
Fragrance Details
Fragrance Details
About the Fragrance
About the Fragrance
Quick Facts
Quick Facts
- Brand
- Mystic Store
- Perfumer
- Christelle Laprade
- Concentration
- Extrait de Parfum
- Fragrance family
- Woody Aromatic Floral
- Expected wear
- Extended
- Projection
- Moderate
- Strength
- Strong
- Scent profile
- Woody, Aromatic, Floral, Powdery, Smoky
- Full bottle size
- 100 mL / 3.4 fl oz
- Availability
- Available
Production Status
Production Status
- Production status
- In Production
Notes & Composition
Notes & Composition
- Top
- Cardamom, Bergamot, Cinnamon Leaf, Grapefruit
- Middle
- Orris, Elemi, Pimento
- Base
- Indian Sandalwood, Fig Milk, Vetiver Madagascar, Cypriol
Scent Profile
Scent Profile
Primary profile: Woody, Aromatic, Floral, Powdery, Smoky
Floral notes are softened by a powdery texture, giving the fragrance a smoother and more polished character.
Your Route Match
Your Route Match
When to Wear It
When to Wear It
- Best seasons
- Fall, Winter, Spring
- Best for
- Everyday, Work, Date Night
- Day / night
- Day, Night
- Mood
- Refined, Focused, Smooth
Warm amber and spice facets give Mind Games Scholar’s Mate a natural place in cooler-weather wear, especially after dark. Moderate projection and a 8+ hour wear estimate keep the guidance grounded while its refined, focused, smooth character suits everyday, work, date night.
Route guidance is based on the fragrance profile, stored wear context, and listed notes; performance and preference vary by wearer.
Summary
Summary
Mind Games Scholar’s Mate is a woody-aromatic floral Extrait de Parfum that opens with cardamom, bergamot, cinnamon leaf, and grapefruit for a sparkling citrus-spice effect. Orris softens the heart with powdery elegance while elemi and pimento keep the composition resinous and lively. Indian sandalwood and fig milk make the base creamy, while Madagascar vetiver and cypriol add earthy, smoky dryness. Composed by Christelle Laprade and still part of the current Artisan collection, Scholar’s Mate feels refined and structured rather than overtly sweet. Its long wear and balanced projection suit fall through spring, work, date nights, and polished social settings where creamy woods and spice fit.