Question 1

What's the difference between Délices des Bois and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Délices des Bois is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Veronique Gabai (2024) 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 4 accords: Woody, Fruity, Powdery, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Délices des Bois or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Délices des Bois scores 4.30/5 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 Délices des Bois and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Délices des Bois 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 Délices des Bois vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Délices des Bois scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Délices des Bois leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Délices des Bois vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Délices des Bois (8)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Délices des Bois	Guidance
Brand	Veronique Gabai	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	4.30	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12