The Forward by Mind Games
Brand: Mind Games
Concentration: Extrait de Parfum
Scent overview
The Forward opens with a bright citrus-and-pink-pepper sparkle before unfolding into an elegant heart of jasmine, orange blossom, and iris. Cedarwood, sandalwood, amber, and musk provide a smooth, sophisticated finish that feels refined without becoming overly formal.
Is The Forward worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot, pink pepper and mandarin orange, jasmine and orange blossom at the heart, then dries down to amber and cedarwood.
Scent Score: 93/100 (Exceptional). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 94, versatility 93, layerability 92 and value 94, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring, summer and fall, for the office and evenings. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Extrait de Parfum · Introduced 2023 · Unisex
Key accords: Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Mandarin Orange, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Iris
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Pink Pepper
- Mandarin Orange
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Amber
- Cedarwood
- Sandalwood
- Musk
Occasions: Office, Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
The Forward by Mind Games belongs to the floral fragrance family. A luminous, polished floral with sparkling citrus, spicy pink pepper, creamy white blossoms, and a warm, softly woody ambered base. The Forward opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Mandarin Orange. The heart brings Jasmine, Orange Blossom, and Iris. It dries down to Amber, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Musk.
How to wear The Forward
On skin, The Forward by Mind Games has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Extrait de Parfum concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply The Forward first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays The Forward : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
The Forward opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Mandarin Orange.
The heart brings Jasmine, Orange Blossom, and Iris.
It dries down to Amber, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Musk.
What to layer with The Forward
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply The Forward first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Forward : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, mandarin orange, and jasmine.
Order: Apply The Forward first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Neroli Portofino on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Forward : 2 sprays Neroli Portofino
Santal 33 by Le Labo
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris, amber, and cedarwood.
Order: Apply The Forward first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal 33 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Forward : 2 sprays Santal 33
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, mandarin orange, and jasmine.
Order: Apply The Forward first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray The Forward : 2 sprays CK One
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, mandarin orange, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Fahrenheit first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist The Forward over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Forward : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Pairings to approach with care
Dark Sandalwood by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Dark Sandalwood brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply The Forward first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dark Sandalwood on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Forward : 2 sprays Dark Sandalwood
Shaghaf Oud Azraq by Swiss Arabian
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Shaghaf Oud Azraq brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Shaghaf Oud Azraq first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist The Forward over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays The Forward : 2 sprays Shaghaf Oud Azraq
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include pink pepper, jasmine, and sandalwood.
- Neroli Portofino by Tom Ford — Both include bergamot, mandarin orange, and jasmine.
- Santal 33 by Le Labo — Both include iris, amber, and cedarwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for The Forward?
The Forward opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Mandarin Orange. The heart brings Jasmine, Orange Blossom, and Iris. It dries down to Amber, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and Musk.
How long does The Forward last, and how strong is it?
The Forward by Mind Games has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Extrait de Parfum concentration.
When should you wear The Forward?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with The Forward?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, jasmine, and sandalwood. Apply The Forward first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays The Forward : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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