Is Perfume Parlour Declaration a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Manifesto?
Manifesto EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2012 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Declaration EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
ScentArt
How it unfolds
Notes
- Manifesto
- Declaration
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
YSL Manifesto is a captivating enigma, celebrated by many as a masterpiece of woody vanilla with surprisingly green nuances, yet dismissed by others for its perceived datedness or a jarring green opening. This discontinued scent sparks fierce debate, but its unique take on vanilla has a loyal following.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Manifesto. Built around Bergamot, Black Currant, Jasmine Sambac, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Manifesto.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Jasmine
54%
vs
25%
Lily of the Valley
45%
vs
24%
Blackcurrant
40%
vs
28%
Vanilla
33%
vs
28%
Bergamot
29%
vs
100%
Tonka Bean
27%
vs
21%
Sandalwood
22%
vs
32%
Cedar
17%
vs
38%
Green Notes
30%
Vanilla
33%
vs
28%
Sandalwood
22%
vs
32%
Cedar
17%
vs
38%
Tonka Bean
27%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Manifesto's strong performance and elegant profile make it well-suited for dates and formal events, commanding attention without being overwhelming. While some find it too heavy for casual wear, its nuanced vanilla can be appropriate for the office if applied sparingly, though its richness might be distracting for daily tasks.
Seasons
Best in spring and summer - the floral, citrus profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.
Occasions
Keep it for casual and daily - the floral accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 8 of its 9 notes, including Blackcurrant, Bergamot, Jasmine
Adds green notes
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Declaration EDP
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from the United Kingdom. How import charges work
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