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Déclaration Parfum

BY CARTIER


 

A fresh and slightly green aroma opens up the initial stage, which is based mainly on a strong cardamom impression.  Whiffs of citrus are just enough to add a bright sparkle at this stage.  

The drydown enhances the woodsy notes, mainly cedarwood,  which blends in with the previous notes very nicely, although the freshness is gradually lost.  At the ends mainly the woodsiness remains, with the cedar petering out with time.

I get moderate sillage, adequate projection, and five hours of longevity on my skin.  

The first hour of this scent for warm autumn days is a skillful application of the cardamom is quite an original manner resulting in an unexpectedly light-hearted rendering of the cardamom spiciness.  Unfortunately, the second part is not that exciting, which is a drawback.  Additionally, the performance can hardly be called particularly impressive for a Parfum.  Overall - just - positive based on the initial phases.  Released 2018   3/5