Question 1

What's the difference between Doux Ennui and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Doux Ennui is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The House of Oud (2025) dominated by Fruity accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Fruity, Amber, Vanilla, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Doux Ennui or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Doux Ennui scores 3.75/5 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 Doux Ennui and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Amber, Vanilla, Sweet, Powdery. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Doux Ennui 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 Doux Ennui vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Doux Ennui scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Doux Ennui leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Doux Ennui vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Doux Ennui (9)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Doux Ennui	Guidance
Brand	The House of Oud	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	3.75	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	12	12