WS-C-1998

Declaration

1998Men

aromatic up front, then fresh spicy, settling into citrus.

Declaration by Cartier is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for men. Declaration was launched in 1998. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Claude Ellena. Top notes are Bitter Orange, Caraway, Birch, Bergamot, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Neroli and Artemisia; middle notes are Guatemalan Cardamom, Pepper, Ginger, Iris, Juniper, Cinnamon, Orris Root…

aromatic fresh spicy citrus woody

Nose: Jean-Claude Ellena

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Bitter Orange, Caraway, Birch, Bergamot, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Neroli, Artemisia
Heart· 2–4h
Guatemalan Cardamom, Pepper, Ginger, Iris, Juniper, Cinnamon, Orris Root, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Tahitian Vetiver, Tea, Cedar, Leather, Oakmoss, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

94%

81%

62%

60%

35%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring33%Fall29%Summer23%Winter15%Day67%Night33%Wears male50%

Skin 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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Declaration smell like?

aromatic up front, then fresh spicy, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: aromatic, fresh spicy, citrus.

What notes are in Declaration?

Top: Bitter Orange, Caraway, Birch, Bergamot, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Neroli, Artemisia. Heart: Guatemalan Cardamom, Pepper, Ginger, Iris, Juniper, Cinnamon, Orris Root, Jasmine. Base: Tahitian Vetiver, Tea, Cedar, Leather, Oakmoss, Amber.

How long does Declaration last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Declaration loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Declaration best for?

Spring is the top pick (33%). Fall is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Declaration?

Day wear leads at 67%. Night is a secondary pick at 33%.

Is Declaration for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 50% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Declaration?

Composed by Jean-Claude Ellena. Released in 1998.