Question 1

What's the difference between Callisto and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Callisto is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jul et Mad Paris (2024) dominated by Vanilla accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Powdery, Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Callisto or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Callisto scores 3.71/5 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 Callisto and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Powdery, Amber, Warm Spicy, Sweet. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Callisto 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 Callisto vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Callisto scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Callisto leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Callisto vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Callisto (9)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Callisto	Guidance
Brand	Jul et Mad Paris	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.71	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12