Question 1

What's the difference between Budapest Rain and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Budapest Rain is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Renier Perfumes (2025) dominated by Amber accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Budapest Rain or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Budapest Rain scores 4.00/5 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 Budapest Rain and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Powdery, Jasmine. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Budapest Rain 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 Budapest Rain vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Budapest Rain scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Budapest Rain leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Budapest Rain vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Budapest Rain (14)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

Positive

Negative

Attribute	Budapest Rain	Guidance
Brand	Renier Perfumes	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	4.00	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	17	12