Question 1

What's the difference between Cocktail Maracuja and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cocktail Maracuja is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from New Notes (2023) 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 6 accords: Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Cocktail Maracuja or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cocktail Maracuja scores 3.34/5 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 Cocktail Maracuja and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 6 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, 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, Cocktail Maracuja 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 Cocktail Maracuja vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cocktail Maracuja scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Cocktail Maracuja leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Cocktail Maracuja vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Cocktail Maracuja (13)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (6)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Cocktail Maracuja	Guidance
Brand	New Notes	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	3.34	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	17	12