Question 1

What's the difference between Eternal Veil and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Eternal Veil is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Voyager (2025) dominated by Powdery accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Powdery, Vanilla, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Eternal Veil or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Eternal Veil scores 4.33/5 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 Eternal Veil 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, Eternal Veil 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 Eternal Veil vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Eternal Veil scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Eternal Veil leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Eternal Veil vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Unique to Eternal Veil (9)

Unique to Guidance (12)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Eternal Veil	Guidance
Brand	Voyager	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	4.33	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12