Question 1

What's the difference between Existence and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Existence is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2025) dominated by Amber accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Existence or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Existence scores 3.80/5 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 Existence and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 2 accords, including Amber, Warm Spicy, Rose, Olibanum Frankincense , Labdanum. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Existence 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 Existence vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

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

Existence vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Existence (5)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (2)

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Attribute	Existence	Guidance
Brand	Amouage	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	3.80	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12