Question 1

What's the difference between Elle Anniversary and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Elle Anniversary is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Xerjoff (2023) 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 4 accords: Fruity, Woody, Powdery, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Elle Anniversary or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Elle Anniversary scores 4.05/5 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 Elle Anniversary and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, 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, Elle Anniversary 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 Elle Anniversary vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Elle Anniversary scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Elle Anniversary leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Elle Anniversary vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Elle Anniversary (10)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Elle Anniversary	Guidance
Brand	Xerjoff	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	4.05	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	12	12