Queening
powdery up front, then vanilla, settling into coconut.
About
Queening by Mind Games is a fragrance for women and men. Queening was launched in 2023. The nose behind this fragrance is Christelle Laprade. Top notes are Cotton Flower, Apple and Cypress; middle notes are Orris Root, Rum and Saffron; base notes are Vanilla, Coconut and Musk. Queening is a…
Nose: Christelle Laprade
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Mind Games picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Queening smell like?
powdery up front, then vanilla, settling into coconut. Dominant accords: powdery, vanilla, coconut.
What notes are in Queening?
Top: Cotton Flower, Apple, Cypress. Heart: Orris Root, Rum, Saffron. Base: Vanilla, Coconut, Musk.
How long does Queening last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Queening loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Queening best for?
Fall is the top pick (27%). Spring is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Queening?
Day wear leads at 55%. Night is a secondary pick at 45%.
Is Queening for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 35% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Queening?
Composed by Christelle Laprade. Released in 2023.
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