Question 1

What's the difference between Esprit Saba and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Esprit Saba is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Reine de Saba (2022) dominated by Woody accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Esprit Saba or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Esprit Saba scores 4.16/5 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 Esprit Saba and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Fruity, Sweet, Rose, Vanilla. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Esprit Saba 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 Esprit Saba vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Esprit Saba scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Esprit Saba leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Esprit Saba vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Esprit Saba (7)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Esprit Saba	Guidance
Brand	Reine de Saba	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	4.16	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12