Question 1

What's the difference between Dialogue With Venus and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Dialogue With Venus is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Pierre Guillaume Paris (2022) dominated by Vanilla accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Powdery, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Dialogue With Venus or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Dialogue With Venus scores 3.66/5 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 Dialogue With Venus and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Dialogue With Venus 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 Dialogue With Venus vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Dialogue With Venus scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Dialogue With Venus leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Dialogue With Venus vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Unique to Guidance (12)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Dialogue With Venus	Guidance
Brand	Pierre Guillaume Paris	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.66	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	12