Question 1

What's the difference between Dark Rose and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Dark Rose is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Octavia Morgan Los Angeles (2025) dominated by Rose 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, Vanilla, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Dark Rose or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dark Rose scores 4.15/5 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 Dark Rose and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Woody, Rose. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Dark Rose 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 Dark Rose vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Dark Rose scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Dark Rose leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Dark Rose vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Dark Rose (4)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Dark Rose	Guidance
Brand	Octavia Morgan Los Angeles	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	4.15	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	7	12