Question 1

What's the difference between Cha-Ba-Da and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cha-Ba-Da is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Naso Di Raza (2023) 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, Sweet, Nutty, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Cha-Ba-Da or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cha-Ba-Da scores 4.50/5 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 Cha-Ba-Da and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Nutty, Powdery, Woody. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Cha-Ba-Da 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 Cha-Ba-Da vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cha-Ba-Da scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Cha-Ba-Da leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Cha-Ba-Da vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Cha-Ba-Da (12)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Cha-Ba-Da	Guidance
Brand	Naso Di Raza	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	4.50	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	14	12