Question 1

What's the difference between Ceraiuolo and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Ceraiuolo is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from V Canto (2025) dominated by Woody 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, Sweet, Vanilla, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Ceraiuolo or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ceraiuolo scores 4.15/5 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 Ceraiuolo and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, 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, Ceraiuolo 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 Ceraiuolo vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

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

Ceraiuolo vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (5)

Unique to Ceraiuolo (13)

Unique to Guidance (7)

Shared Accords (5)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Ceraiuolo	Guidance
Brand	V Canto	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	4.15	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	18	12