Question 1

What's the difference between Cashmere Musk and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cashmere Musk is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Zara (2024) dominated by Musky accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Amber, Powdery, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Cashmere Musk or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cashmere Musk scores 3.20/5 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 Cashmere Musk and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Amber, Powdery, Vanilla, 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, Cashmere Musk 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 Cashmere Musk vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cashmere Musk scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Cashmere Musk leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Cashmere Musk vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Cashmere Musk (4)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Cashmere Musk	Guidance
Brand	Zara	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.20	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	5	12