Question 1

What's the difference between Divina Marchesa and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Divina Marchesa is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Moresque (2021) dominated by Aromatic accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Warm Spicy, Woody, Powdery, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Divina Marchesa or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Divina Marchesa scores 4.02/5 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 Divina Marchesa and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Warm Spicy, Woody, Powdery, Amber, 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, Divina Marchesa 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 Divina Marchesa vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Divina Marchesa scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Divina Marchesa leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Divina Marchesa vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Divina Marchesa (11)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (4)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Divina Marchesa	Guidance
Brand	Moresque	Amouage
Year	2021	2023
Rating	4.02	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	14	12