Question 1

What's the difference between Caprice de Julie and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Caprice de Julie is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Chabaud Maison de Parfum (2022) dominated by Fruity accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Fruity, Sweet, Powdery, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Caprice de Julie or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Caprice de Julie scores 3.75/5 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 Caprice de Julie and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Powdery, Woody, Sandalwood. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Caprice de Julie 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 Caprice de Julie vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Caprice de Julie scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Caprice de Julie leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Caprice de Julie vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Caprice de Julie (7)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Caprice de Julie	Guidance
Brand	Chabaud Maison de Parfum	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.75	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12