Mind Games, the luxury fragrance house blending perfumery with chess, expanded its Perfumer Extraordinaire collection with Kingside and Queenside. 

These two new extrait de parfums are each a portrait of refined strength, seduction, and strategy.

Alex Shalbaf, Co-Founder of Mind Games, said, 

“Kingside and Queenside mark a pivotal moment for Mind Games. These fragrances push the boundaries of our olfactive storytelling and represent the next phase of our evolution—one that’s more personal, more layered, and deeply intentional. They embody the duality of power and vulnerability, as well as strategy and instinct. We designed them to be lived in, to spark presence, and to leave a lasting impression.”

Kingside

Kingside is an homage to quiet power and understated luxury. Master Perfumer David Apel created the scent. 

Fragrance notes include Pistachio, Cardamom, and Grapefruit, with a floral-spiced heart of Hazelnut Flower and Pink Peony Petals. The scent’s dry notes feature Tonka Bean and Peru Balsam.

Queenside

Queenside is a scent rooted in poise, intellect, and sensuality. Perfumer Christelle Laprade crafted the parfum.

It opens with Pear, Cassis, and Lychee Leaves, mid notes include soft floral tones of Lily of the Valley and Violet. Queenside finishes with Oakmoss, Musk, and Madagascar Patchouli.

These two new scents are now available in a 100 mL Extrait de Parfum format. 

Each also comes packaged with two concentrated ingredient extract vials for an immersive, ingredient-focused experience.