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Checkmate by Frapin — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Frapin· 2021

Checkmate

Name: Checkmate by Frapin
Brand: Frapin
Rating: 6.9 (39 reviews)

6.939

Indian cardamom at first spray; amberwood is what stays on skin. A fall pick.

LeatheryWoodySpicyFreshGreen

Perfumer: Camille Chemardin

Scent profile

Top notes

Indian cardamomItalian bergamotItalian lemon

Heart notes

LeatherHeliotropeIris

Base notes

AmberwoodCashmere woodSuedeVirginia cedar

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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A fall fragrance that works day and night — at its best for the office and everyday wear.

FallDayThe office

When

Winter

89%

Spring

83%

Summer

66%

Fall

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Day

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Night

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Where

Office

100%

Casual

100%

Date

96%

Club

63%

Formal

99%

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