Question 1

What's the difference between Encore Une Fois and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Encore Une Fois is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Infiniment Coty Paris (2024) 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, Amber, Powdery, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Encore Une Fois or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Encore Une Fois scores 4.21/5 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 Encore Une Fois 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, Encore Une Fois 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 Encore Une Fois vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Encore Une Fois scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Encore Une Fois leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Encore Une Fois vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Unique to Guidance (12)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Encore Une Fois	Guidance
Brand	Infiniment Coty Paris	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	4.21	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	12