Question 1

What's the difference between Estrella de la Manana and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Estrella de la Manana is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Une Nuit Nomade (2024) dominated by Cacao accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Estrella de la Manana or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Estrella de la Manana scores 3.88/5 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 Estrella de la Manana 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, Estrella de la Manana 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 Estrella de la Manana vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Estrella de la Manana scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Estrella de la Manana leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Estrella de la Manana vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Unique to Guidance (12)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Estrella de la Manana	Guidance
Brand	Une Nuit Nomade	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.88	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	12