Question 1

What's the difference between Chimilka and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Chimilka is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Vilhelm Parfumerie (2025) 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, Warm Spicy, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Chimilka or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Chimilka 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 Chimilka and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Osmanthus. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Chimilka 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 Chimilka vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

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

Chimilka vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Chimilka (12)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Chimilka	Guidance
Brand	Vilhelm Parfumerie	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	3.71	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	14	12