Question 1

What's the difference between Jako and Declaration?

Accepted Answer

Jako is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Karl Lagerfeld (1998) dominated by Citrus accords. Declaration is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Cartier (1998) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 4 accords: Citrus, Woody, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Jako or Declaration?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Jako scores 4.10/5 vs Declaration at 4.04/5. Declaration's standout strength: Distinctive cardamom and cumin spice profile that stands out. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Jako and Declaration smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 4 accords, including Citrus, Woody, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Bergamot. Declaration: Cartier Declaration is a well-regarded fragrance praised for its unique spice-forward composition and quality, but the community emphasizes it's not suitable for blind buying due to its polarizing cardamom and cumin notes.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Jako or Declaration?

Accepted Answer

Declaration: Excellent performance and longevity Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Jako vs Declaration?

Accepted Answer

Jako scores highest for fall wear; Declaration scores highest for spring wear. Jako leans daytime, Declaration leans daytime.

Jako vs Declaration

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (5)

Uniek voor Jako (6)

Uniek voor Declaration (17)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Declaration

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Jako	Declaration
Merk	Karl Lagerfeld	Cartier
Jaar	1998	1998
Beoordeling	4.10	4.04
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	masculine	masculine
Totaal noten	11	22