Description
Cartier expands their collection of fragrances Declaration with a new aromatic-spicy version appropriate for the warmer part of the year. The new fragrance Cartier Declaration L’Eau succeeds the original fragrance Declaration from 1998 with similar concept built around a blend of juicy citruses, aromatic herbs, tart spices and creamy woody notes while providing somewhat different, sassier face this time.
Freshness originates from luminous, sunny grapefruit, combined with tart pink pepper, along with masculine enhancement provided by deep shades of cedar. Cartier describes the fragrance as ‘A fresh, spicy, woody blend, empowered by magnificent cedar, lightened by citruses’.
Sea blue flacon retains the same shape as previous editions and is available as 50 and 100 ml. Cartier Declaration L’Eau can be obtained as eau de toilette, accompanied with body care perfumed collection.
Declaration L’Eau was launched in 2014.
zloii – :
This has to be one of the best fruity/woody richest scents I ever smelled. I have Creed Aventus also, similar in the direction it was going. I am not saying its the same scent to clarify. This Cartier is an Absolute stunner for me. I bought a bottle based on the performance and reactions I received on my skin. Try it or buy it.
enot_27 – :
I tried the sample I had in my closet today. This opens like JV artisan pure, thats it. Gets very close to the skin in 1 hrs or so. I can smell it on my clothes, projection on skin stops after 2 hrs.
Not a bad citrus scent. From the designer line up, JVAPure is a better alternative, I like this too. I might get a bottle of this, if it still exist.
Mishan-1 – :
Great scent while it lasts (which is roughly around 5/6 hrs). Manages to not break the mold or deviate too far from the original, but does come across as slightly more casual and modern. The added note of grapefruit is zingy, fresh and quite energizing! A nice break from your standard summer aquatic.
Stistomia – :
I’m only just coming to write my review as I’ve had this on my list for sometime without doing anything about it, saw it cheap and just had to buy it.
Well, it’s just as I remember, an excellent kind of freshie that evokes aquatic vibes but with a super simple composition which opens sharp, kinda bitter grapefruit, pink pepper and I could swear a kinda cumin/caraway sort of thing which is a direct nod to the original on a cedar base. Oh yeah I get a touch of ginger in L’eau too, although it might just be the extra sharpness of the citrus & pink pepper giving that effect. It’s classic and does resemble Dior Homme Cologne to some extent but with loads of the original Declaration as well making it a unique prospect. I was a little disappointed with performance, considering I sprayed it in store when it was released a few years back and thought the longevity was superb for this kind of fragrance. Anyway I’m glad to have it in my collection for another option on hotter days. Oh and Cartier have some classy looking bottles, this is no exception.
vusalazeri – :
A blind buy, I do not regret, awesome price for great smelling fragrance, I wish it lasted a bit longer. I do not get the significant similarity to Dior homme cologne. It reminds of a mix between Terre de hermes eau tres fraiche and De bachmakov….
Scent: 9
performance: 6.5
presentation: 8
Overall: 8 a really good NOT cheap smelling fragrance for summer
demon08 – :
Declaration L’Eau was a blind buy for me, and a nice one for that matter. The grapefruit (tart) notes, infused with light spices (pepper), and aquatics (freshness) really give this cologne nice character and bit of depth. This cologne isn’t ground breaking, but definitely smells nice. It reminds me of the various Issey Miyake flankers. Definitely, get your nose on Declaration L’Eau if you like the original.
Declaration L’Eau would be a nice addition to one’s summer rotation, if you like this genre of summer cologne. Thus far, performance seems to be average, but I will know more as I’ll soon have more opportunities to experience this cologne in warm/hot temperatures.
Overall (Scent): 7.5/10
redwolf – :
Declaration L’Eau is a lighter version of the original Declaration, which can be a bit strong. It is bright and sunny, fruity and woody. The pepper gives it a spicy touch. It lasts a very long time on me. Perfect for summer days. I love it!!
Dominian – :
I Love Cartier Declaration family. but if you have Declaration, there is no need to buy Declaration L’Eau ! there is no big difference. I smell flower very similar to Rose, like other Declaration but in this page not listed in notes. not loud Grapefruit. I smell rose+Cedar.
for me:
1- Declaration Fraiche Cartier for men
2- Declaration Cartier for men
3- Declaration d’Un Soir Intense Cartier for men
4- Declaration d’Un Soir Cartier for men
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vitamin-101 – :
This is a gorgeous fragrance for its category.
So light, Very refreshing fruity and yet bitter with some woods/vetiver to keep it solid and serious.
It has the best grapefruit note I have ever smelled. Real frozen grapefruits juice and zest.
The discounted price for the superb quality is unbelievable.
10/10
trunker – :
It smells like mint&grapefruit flavor candy, but I do like it. It’s a nice scent.
madyan84 – :
Really fresh and fit for summer.
The opening jumps at you with fresh squeezed lemon (not an artificial lemon either, this smells really fresh and nice) tempered by some pink pepper and soft woods (cedar and sandalwood)
It’s fresh, clean, fit for summer or casual wear.
Declaration DNA is in here, but it’s really subdued…..if the original Declaration was too much of an adventure through the backstreets of India for you, you may like L’eau much better….
This is too fresh of a scent for me as I generally don’t like fresh/clean scents….but I could see this being a fan favorite especially for people living in warm climates.
vankaz – :
This is one of my favorite summer fragrances. I prefer it instead of classic one, it’s simple, fresh, fizzy and enjoyable. If you’re into citrus scents, that’s a good choice. Not really long-lasting, not invasive. It’s a summer scent, so it’s ok for its purpose.
8/10
mazzay1515 – :
برگاموت سولیل آتلیه کولون را کمی چوبی و فلفلی کنید
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Scent & Qualiy: 9/10
Longevity: 7/10
Sillage: 7/10
Creativity & Uniqueness: 7/10
Affordability: 8/10
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Overall: 7.6/10
царь – :
The notes are not complete. It has definitely cumin and cardamom. It reminds me slightly Hermès Voyage d`Hermes and of course the original Cartier Declaration with some citruses added. Moderate performance, pleasant smell, I recommend it for spring and summer, day time, if you like the original Declaration.
saleg25 – :
There’s a review somewhere around here which says this has the Declaration DNA but the dirtier notes of cumin and cardamom have been replaced with fresher notes of citrus and grapefruit. This is only half true.
It’s very important to note that Declaration L’Eau still maintains the original’s DNA exactly because it still contains those spicy, slightly dirty notes of cumin and cardamom. After all, those are what make Declaration, Declaration. However, they are much less intense in this edition and are on equal footing with what smells like grapefruit and some limes. So please do not buy this with the expectation that the cumin or cardamom has been removed from it. It hasn’t…fortunately. After all, these notes are what separate it from all the other summer citrus fragrances out there and make it interesting, as well as a flanker worthy of the Declaration moniker. I mean, if they had been removed, wouldn’t this be an awfully boring scent? Here in L’Eau, the cumin and cardamom give it some warmth, and an almost salty quality, similar to one’s skin after it’s been in the sun for a while. The bright citruses on top add a refreshing, cooling element. And that’s L’Eau for you. It actually reminds me more of Declaration Intense than regular Declaration. I find that Intense is much smoother than the original. The cumin and cardamom–while strong in Intense–are blended meticulously and rounded out. It’s the same way here, but much lighter. I like the way this smells, as I always enjoyed Declaration Intense even if I found the cumin a little too heavy at times.
Overall L’Eau is a well-made lighter, more citrusy version of Declaration (or more accurately, Declaration Intense). It’s easy to wear any time and offers something a little different than your average citrus freshie. Its biggest drawback is probably its performance. While the longevity is fine (average), this one could use a little more projection as it stays relatively close to the skin. Also, if you’ve never smelled anything from the Declaration family before, you should either sample this first or sample the original or Intense version to get an idea about how the cumin and cardamom notes smell. They are distinct, and some people interpret them as smelling sort of dirty. I happen to like them here, but they might not be for everybody. To conclude, this gets a thumbs up with the recommendation of sampling first if you are unfamiliar with the line.
Final Note: I’ve heard this compared to Dior Homme Cologne several times, but I’m not so sure the comparison is warranted. Due to the distinct Declaration DNA, this quite different than DHC which has not even a hint of cumin or cardamom. And although both feature grapefruit, here it is a juicier grapefruit with lime, whereas DHC is drier with perhaps more lemon. In fact, the citrus facets in L’Eau remind me a little bit of Dior Homme Sport 2008, if anything. But just for the hell of it, if you were to put Dior Homme Cologne, Hermes Eau Tres Fraiche, and Declaration along a spectrum from “cleanest” to “dirtiest,” they would fall in this order. If you like that little bit of dirt that’s in Eau Tres Fraiche and feel like you could do with even a little more, try L’Eau. It might work for you.
WHITE321 – :
@FreshTones
Yes, and shhh, don’t talk so loud, others will hear you!! This is a hidden gem and if other know about it, it will sell out fast. For the moment it’s widely available an cheap so stock up. I have few bottles, and will get a few more so it can last me a decade. I’m so sorry this is limited, it’s better than any other Declaration.
JattajaPaneKto – :
Luckily this isn’t all that popular and it’s still easy to find being a limited edition. Gonna have to stock up. Easily one of the best citrus freshies I’ve smelled! Performance isn’t too bad for the style either.
Linear is a fairly decent word to describe this frag but that’s not a knock. The scent holds merit on it’s simplicity. A citrus rind mixed with a sagey kind of herbal feel. It’s light, refreshing and perfect for summer. It’s quite unique in that it isn’t citrus heavy but well mixed with it’s other parts. After the herb mutes a little, you’re left with a crisp citrus that’s a bit spicy. It’s wonderful.
The performance, again, is quite good for the style. I get about 6-7 hours before it fades away and the sillage is moderate to heavy. Anyone could wear this but it’s definitely a spring/summer kind of affair. Quality frag from the house of Cartier.
лёлик19.61 – :
Halfway between original Declaration and Declaration Cologne. No more or no less, but very nice summer refreshment.
Примарх – :
Didn’t know this even existed. Didn’t know house even existed. I was browsing the store and this was on sale. Just sitting there and I have tried mostly everything in the store, so I gave this one a try. It was an instant wow!! I immediately tried the original Declaration and d’Un Soir and though on paper they were amazing, on my skin they turn into something so foul you would need a flamethrower to kill it
But L’Eau sat on me perfectly. Sparkling grapefruit and ginger with a hint of mint and woody peppery dry down, invigorating freshness that would pierce through all the summer heat. Very very refreshing and long lasting for a citrus frag. I was surprised. Not that light. For me, something between Dior Homme Cologne and Light Blue. Same freshness, same vibe, very summery.
Maybe a tad bit less classy than Dior Homme Cologne, but the difference in quality is negligible. Not an aquatic, but an amazing freshie. Has that cooling lemonade effect, like you are near the ocean, sun is blazing, the air is hot, the sand on fire, your skin is dry and you’re in the shade sipping this cold refreshing, tad bitter, tad sweet lemonade. Or like you entered in a freezer full of grapefruit and lemons.
Lasts 6 hours, projects well for 2.5. Respraying makes it’s aura last the whole day as it is refreshing, but not that light. Not cloying by any means. Imagine lemons on your skin that last and last. Strong and you feel them all day long but not offensive. This is exactly that.
Just, these notes are wrong because there is definitely more to it. I would say, Grapefruit, Cedar, Pink Pepper, definitely Ginger, Lime and slight Mint.
Note: This is a limited edition and has been discontinued. It was produced only in 2014 and not after. This is confirmed, so if anyone wants it, know that it will soon run out.
santyk – :
This is the best flanker of Declaration since Essence (I don’t see D’un Soir as a flanker). It clearly has the dna from the regular Declaration, but the “dirty” spicy notes of cardamom and cumin are replaced with fresher notes of citrus and greapfruite. It has the bitterness like the original, but L’eau is much more wearable in the Summer. As a fan of original Declaration, I’m very satisfied to have L’eau in my collection.
gvo097JeomiWogkig – :
Cool, sugared, edible, LIME!
Sharp, cool, realistic, sparkling lime. Like a limeade. I can’t imagine women not liking this one on a man. I love the citrus top notes, but I’m pretty sure there’s more there besides grapefruit and lime. I get lime mostly, and I’m no expert, so I can’t quite put my finger on what it is, but I’m thinking there’s possibly some yuzu maybe? I say that because it shares some slight similarities with Eau De Cartier Concentree.
Excellent warm weather or every day scent. The heart of this scent could stand to be stronger, but I think that would defeat the purpose of the scent for most. L’Eau Intense, perhaps? I’d buy it. Honestly, I’ve got to say, this is the slightly less classy little brother of Dior Homme Cologne! And that’s not a bad thing at all…Update: The more I wear this, the more I agree with my previous assessment (as well as others) that this is very similar to Dior Homme Cologne, but with added lime and a hint of musk to my nose. This is a hugely underrated scent that should not have been a limited edition. If you like Dior Homme Cologne but don’t like its price, look no further. This is the scent for you. And for less than $30! Even if you already own Dior Homme Cologne, this is a great one to wear when you get bored with the simplicity of Dior Homme Cologne.
SunshineBells – :
Very unique,fresh..absolutely great summer scent!
This is the same as Terre d’Hermes Eau Tres Fraiche
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Диман7777 – :
6/10
VlAd12 – :
I tried it on my skin in a Douglas shop. Really fresh opening, but after an hour all that was left was a weak scent of synthetic lemon.
dane – :
Another great summer freshy from cartier, really liking this house a lot for summer fragrances!
A very masculine fresh citrus spicy scent and it’s still able to be elegante! Love it.
FERID_IMAN – :
Love this cologne. A fresh lime burst is what I get at first and then turns a bit musky and masculine. Perfect for hot summer days and sexy summer nights. Yes yes yes!
sstaslkers – :
Great summer cologne. Light and vibrant skin scent. Declaration l’Eau is pretty much everything what I expected from Terre d’Hermes Eau Fraiche to be. The latter is too loud, to heavy for the heat – Cartier suits me much better. Actually it is my husband’s perfume, but I am the person who sniffs him and the one who shall approve the scent 🙂
I’m sure I will also use it occasionally, because of it’s unisex character.
robecrerSlica – :
Blind Buy because of the outstanding reviews on here.
This smells 70% like the original with a touch of citrus & cedar.
Nothing ground-breaking but just a hint more “summer-y”.
What I really love is the LOW PRICE on this!
Smells much much more expensive than it is!
Good for layering with a “too sweet” frag as well.
clf786speagoessenda – :
A legitimate fresher and citrus version of the traditional Declaration.
Its opening is more citrus, grapefruit appears well, there’s something almost half iced water together, and I think ginger at the same time gives a touch spicy and invigorating light.
The difference is that actually lasts longer the cooling and refreshing accord throughout drying, with the dna of the traditional, more versatile version with slightly less cumin, vetiver, but clearly a Declaration, excellent also.
Rating: 8.5 / 10
peredoz – :
بسم الله
یه عطر چوبی میوه ای خوب برای استفاده روزانه
ترکیبات عطر بسیار سادست به غیر از چند تا نت که من احساسشون کردم ولی در این جا درج نشده
بوی گریپ فروت اولین و غالب ترین رایحه ای هست که در این عطر میتونید حسش کنید
بعد از مدت کمی انگار هوس میکنید یه مقدار خیلی کمی نمک بپاشیدرو گریپ فروت . یه همچین حسی داره
در ادامه روایح چوب سدر و فلفل صورتی کم کم وارد بازی نت ها میشوند با این حال گریپ فروت نقش اصلی را ایفا میکند
یه مقدار بسیار کمی هم بوی خزه های جنگلی رو میشه از لابلای این عطر احساس کرد که جالب هست.
در کل عطریست که زیادم خنک نیستش و بهترین فصل استفادش به نظر خودم “بهار هست و بعد برای تابستان
رایحه کلی عطر تلخ و ترش و چوبی هستش
خوب حالا میرسیم به بحث ماندگاری و پخش بو
ماندگاری در هوای نسبتا خنک نهایتا 5 ساعت روی پوست من دوام داشت و پخش بوش تا 2 ساعت متوسط
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sd16-88 – :
absolutely great summer scent! great mix of grapefruit, lime, cedar and ginger (i smell it there too) and something other warm and spicy (maybe the pink pepper? 🙂
the first smell is a bomb of fresh citrus notes and after 1-2 hours it turns to calm warmly but still very freshly smell – cedar notes became first, the citrus notes behind but still with good intense… after few more hours the smell is more spicy and (finally) a little bit masculine.
Declaration l´eau seems to be simple, when you look at the ingredients, but it´s a really sophisticated perfume. It´s very unisex, but for me a little bit more feminine. I think it will be my favourite summer scent not only this summer 🙂
anichegoche – :
I really like this one. While every fragrance house seems to be churning out flankers, and Cartier is no different, this is a worthy one to try or own. I don’t care for the original Declaration, but this one is very fresh and wearable. Most citrus type scents seems to disappear after a few hours, but I found the freshness in this one was lasting. It has a hint of spice too which makes it interesting. Very versatile!
enlig – :
I find the opening very green. I get grapefruit (more yellow than pink if you ask me). What stands out the most to me is lime and mint, and I’m surprised these aren’t part of the composition. Maybe they are and maybe they aren’t, who knows.
It’s very airy, fresh and reminds me of a mojito and/or a gin & tonic.
I love it.
KoschulaY – :
The grapefruit is first and foremost in the opening, big and juicy with just the right amount of bitterness to make it interesting and slightly masculine. Very nice. It softens down to a green grassy almost piney scent. Not harsh, almost like the sweet evergreen aura a Christmas tree gives off, but the citrus never leaves the scene. Same impression Versace L’eau Fraiche gives off but a little less woody than that one. Light, fresh, clean and very Cartier. Longevity is more than good for this type of scent. This one comes highly recommended especially for the summer months. Thumbs way up.
angelgody – :
wow so fresh and so unique, Longivity is the only problem which is the problem with all summer fragrances, I like it so much.
fueptillallus – :
A successful Declaration flanker; addictive from the first sniff. It’s cool/ fresh, sharp/ sour, and spicy according to my nose. Good for day use, regardless of the season. The notes are missing (cardamom), at least.
xgv678InsuffBooni – :
I recently bought a 50 ml bottle of this amazing fragrance. I already possessed the original declaration at the time and still do, but I must say that this it is whole other take on in the declaration DNA.
So what do I get out of this fragrance?
It has the same light Declaration DNA but with a great amount of slightly synthetic sweet grapefruit. I do not agree with the notes listed in the description of this scent. There definitely is more to it that those 3 accords. I love declaration for sure, but in the summer this one is a true contender to be chosen. It is a whole new take on the summer scent. Keeping the original DNA and still doing something new that is just amazing. For once not a summer scent that is super citrusy or synthetic green, but does what it is good at in a simple and effective manner.
The bottle is really nice, and the sprayer is really powerful. The lock can sometimes be a hurdle more than a help.
I would say that it is easy to wear – even by women and it does the job for the average crowd. Age wise I say that it’s 15+.
Longevity could be better if you are sweating a lot, but I get a good 4-5 hours of this fragrance.
All in all a really good job done by the Cartier team.
Overall Rating 7/10
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poleon – :
I got this by accident. I had ordered Declaration and they sent me L’eau instead. I decided to try it anyway, and I was stunned.
It has a very natural smell. The notes arent clashing over each other, instead they are sparingly introduced, which allow the composition to breathe and unfold in a very balanced way.
The opening is a blast of grapefruit. It smells quite natural, with a hint of sweetness. The pepper is introduced shortly after, and this combination lasts for 15 minutes or so, after which a nice cedar note appears.
After an hour the cedar is at the forefront, complimenting the grapefruit and pepper nicely.
Longevity is ok – I get a solid 5-6 hours.
Rating: 8.5/10
Sens – :
I’m very disappointed. This one is really a great scent with poor longevity though. Declaration l’Eau is mostly a grapefruit-based fragrance with hints of cedar and pepper. Very similar to Declaration Cologne but with a stronger citric accord. This juice literally vanishes in minutes and becomes barely noticeable. Better luck nex time miss Laurent.
dima_zr – :
I really like this scent. I feel it is very unisex. I got a sample for my husband but used the whole thing myself. At first spray I get a fresh citrus and I know it is supposed to be grapefruit but I get a lime vibe. This is so fresh and relaxing I love putting it on right after a shower and before bed.
ZeroTedloli – :
Great scent because it is the rare men’s citrus that both isn’t harshly citric and horribly aquatic. Not that different from the original Declaration, maybe a little softer.
Sasha_Natasha – :
One of the most beautiful fragrances that I’ve ever smelled. I think that I like it even better than Eau Tres Fraiche which I also have. They have some similarities, but are very different. For me, it was worth buying both!!!!
961004 – :
Not bad, it has the Declaration DNA with the typical cumin/caraway note that I do not find pleasant. But the rest is fine. It smells like 50% Declaration with added 40% fresh grapefruit and 10% pink pepper
CHA79 – :
I love Cartier fragrances! I am a woman, I love this cologne. On my skin it’s very soft, the cedar is mild, it does not give off a super manly aroma, more unisex like CK One, I high recommend this fragrance for ladies who want to escape roses and flowers for summer. Excellent out the shower,very cooling. 10 out of 10!
kivalov1988 – :
Tested on an arm: Will wonders never cease? I normally don’t like fresh, clean light “blue”/”water” scents – but I like this one. It starts out citrusy and eventually makes its way to the mild spices of familiar Declaration territory.
That means that I still like the original Declaration (I have a bottle) and all of the flankers.
I’m not sure if I could wear this one, however. I suspect it’s better on a younger guy. Longevity and silage are about average for a modern scent.
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All day wearing via a Nordstrom sample: Scratch that last part about longevity. I own a bottle of Declaration – it’s one of my “go to” frags – but the longevity on this flanker is just not as good. I’ll stick with the original Declaration, thank you very much.
Pretty bottle hue, though.
I prefer Terre d’Hermes Eau Tres Fraiche or Eau Sauvage for the same sort of vibe.
trupinis – :
Got it today at Macys. This is my favorite cologne now!!!! Fresh, masculine, sexy!!! 9.5/10.
Александр1 – :
Very unique,fresh and above all manly. I sampled it today on a paper strip so I can’t vote it in a hurry about longevity and projection and I have to try it on my skin because it makes really impression. Ideal for summer hot days but it is not another one common summery scent in my humble opinion.
Thumbs up from me!!
dimas0941 – :
summer decleration
snowwwind – :
This is almost the same as Terre d’Hermes Eau Tres Fraiche but less bitter. It’s fresh, clean, earthy, citrusy and spicy. Overall a nice elegant mature smell.
Hogerosekeshy – :
I’m going to go ahead and add my 2 cents here given that I’ve been wearing this off and on for about 2 weeks now. It seems that this is a lighter, more citrus intense version of Declaration with the cumin and cardamom notes severely dialed back or entirely replaced with a more bitter orange note. The scent starts out bright, but then turns into little more than a skin scent within an hour or two. After three hours, it’s almost undetectable unless I press my nose into my wrist. It’s a delightful scent, not quite of the caliber of Declaration Cologne (still love that ginger note), and definitely designed for generous application in the summer time.
Fans of Declaration will find this appealing and reminiscent of its namesake, but it’s still very much a flanker of the original.
DiceLooni – :
A bright splash of grapefruit that dries down to a muted form of Déclaration Essence’s unmistakable cumin bite. (This time, it has no smoky, bitter, unctuous, or stale phases like Déclaration Essence.) Subtle enough, but not huggable enough. Like a re-issue of a good book you read years ago – with a prettier cover this time. Delightful for the Déclaration fan.
mishenka – :
Just got a sample from Bloomingdale’s and really like it quite a bit. Opening of Pink Grapefruit then goes to mix with come cedar. A light pleasant smell..has little bit a of a Hermes Un Jardin Sur Le Nil feel to it…but not as sharp. Great for the summer! Long Lasting Longevity and Soft Sillage.
byouanlocm – :
I was looking for a summer scent that doesn’t smell too generic or even douche-y. I end up with this and boy it is very addicting.
If you know the notes of the original Declaration then the best way I can describe the L’Eau is it’s not as harsh and strong (in terms of spice), yet it’s refined with cleaner & refreshing tone, with a bit stronger citrus note. It’s a lot more cleaner and brighter.
Bottom line it’s Declaration for summer days. I actually prefer this over the original Declaration.
scrsnseabrookpzb47 – :
No notes breakdown? Is it a mystery or what? 😮