Question 1

What's the difference between ROTTERDAM and Declaration?

Accepted Answer

ROTTERDAM is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from YAFOOOH (2024) dominated by Aromatic accords. Declaration is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Cartier (1998) leaning on Aromatic accords. They share 2 accords: Aromatic, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, ROTTERDAM or Declaration?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, ROTTERDAM scores 4.41/5 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 ROTTERDAM and Declaration smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 2 accords, including Aromatic, Woody, Vetiver, Oakmoss, Amber. 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, ROTTERDAM or Declaration?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits ROTTERDAM vs Declaration?

Accepted Answer

ROTTERDAM scores highest for winter wear; Declaration scores highest for spring wear. ROTTERDAM leans evening, Declaration leans daytime.

ROTTERDAM vs Declaration

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor ROTTERDAM (13)

Uniek voor Declaration (19)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Declaration

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Eigenschap	ROTTERDAM	Declaration
Merk	YAFOOOH	Cartier
Jaar	2024	1998
Beoordeling	4.41	4.04
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	16	22