Question 1

What's the difference between Cri Du Kalahari and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cri Du Kalahari is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ella K Parfums (2019) 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 3 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Cri Du Kalahari or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cri Du Kalahari scores 3.95/5 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 Cri Du Kalahari and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Sandalwood. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Cri Du Kalahari 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 Cri Du Kalahari vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Cri Du Kalahari scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Cri Du Kalahari leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Cri Du Kalahari vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Cri Du Kalahari (5)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (3)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Cri Du Kalahari	Guidance
Brand	Ella K Parfums	Amouage
Year	2019	2023
Rating	3.95	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	6	12