Question 1

What's the difference between Check Please and French Defense?

Accepted Answer

Check Please is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mind Games (2025) dominated by Woody accords. French Defense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mind Games (2023) leaning on Cherry accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Sweet, Amber, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Check Please or French Defense?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Check Please scores 4.21/5 vs French Defense at 4.47/5. French Defense's standout strength: Versatile and well-regarded by collectors. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Check Please and French Defense smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Amber, Powdery, Rose. French Defense: French Defense by Mind Games receives positive acknowledgment from the r/fragrance community, with experienced collectors recognizing it as a quality fragrance worthy of consideration.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Check Please or French Defense?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Check Please vs French Defense?

Accepted Answer

Check Please scores highest for fall wear; French Defense scores highest for fall wear. Check Please leans daytime, French Defense leans evening.

Check Please vs French Defense

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (2)

Check Please-д өвөрмөц (8)

French Defense-д өвөрмөц (7)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — French Defense

Эерэг

Сөрөг

Шинж	Check Please	French Defense
Брэнд	Mind Games	Mind Games
Он	2025	2023
Үнэлгээ	4.21	4.47
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	10	9