Question 1

What's the difference between 20 Iconic Feminine and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

20 Iconic Feminine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Clive Christian (2019) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Warm Spicy, Amber, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, 20 Iconic Feminine or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 20 Iconic Feminine scores 3.74/5 vs Guidance at 3.85/5. Guidance's standout strength: Unique, complex drydown with creamy, woody, rose and smoky notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 20 Iconic Feminine and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Warm Spicy, Amber, Fruity, Sweet, Powdery. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 20 Iconic Feminine or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Guidance: Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits 20 Iconic Feminine vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

20 Iconic Feminine scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. 20 Iconic Feminine leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

20 Iconic Feminine vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to 20 Iconic Feminine (4)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	20 Iconic Feminine	Guidance
Brand	Clive Christian	Amouage
Year	2019	2023
Rating	3.74	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	6	12