Question 1

What's the difference between Declaration Essence and Le Male?

Accepted Answer

Declaration Essence is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Cartier (2001) dominated by Aromatic accords. Le Male is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Jean Paul Gaultier (1995) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 4 accords: Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Green, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Declaration Essence or Le Male?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Declaration Essence scores 4.16/5 vs Le Male at 4.01/5. On r/fragrance, Declaration Essence sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Le Male is 5.8/10 (mixed). Declaration Essence's standout strength: Masterpiece quality that elevates overall collection perception. Le Male's standout strength: Sweet, warm, and addictive scent profile that appeals to many. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Declaration Essence and Le Male smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Green, Powdery, Orange Blossom. Declaration Essence: Declaration Essence is regarded as a quality designer fragrance that demonstrates the potential of the Cartier line to impress collectors. Le Male: Le Male Le Parfum is a divisive fragrance with a devoted fanbase who love its sweet, warm character and strong projection, but significant detractors who find it overly sugary, generic, and lacking in sophistication.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Declaration Essence or Le Male?

Accepted Answer

Declaration Essence: Excellent performance with strong projection and longevity Le Male: Excellent projection and sillage performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Declaration Essence vs Le Male?

Accepted Answer

Declaration Essence scores highest for spring wear; Le Male scores highest for winter wear. Declaration Essence leans daytime, Le Male leans evening.

Declaration Essence vs Le Male

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (4)

Μοναδικές στο Declaration Essence (5)

Μοναδικές στο Le Male (9)

Κοινά ακόρντα (4)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Declaration Essence

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Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Le Male

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Χαρακτηριστικό	Declaration Essence	Le Male
Οίκος	Cartier	Jean Paul Gaultier
Έτος	2001	1995
Βαθμολογία	4.16	4.01
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	masculine	masculine
Σύνολο νοτών	10	13