The Forward vs Grand Soir

The Forward receives mixed to negative feedback from the community, with users finding it pleasant but unremarkable and overpriced relative to competitors. While some appreciate the vanilla profile, most agree it lacks the creativity and performance to justify its cost, and broader concerns about Mind Games' customer service and quality control further diminish enthusiasm for the brand.

Grand Soir is widely praised by the r/fragrance community as an exceptional niche fragrance with a strong opening that develops into a sophisticated amber-vanilla composition. The community strongly recommends sampling before purchasing (MFK offers 6 samples for €14) and notes that while it's not similar to Carlisle, it's a masterfully crafted scent with impressive longevity that many consider a collection essential.