Question 1

What's the difference between Fabulous Rose and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Fabulous Rose is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Nino Amaddeo (2019) dominated by Rose accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Powdery, Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Fabulous Rose or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fabulous Rose scores 3.93/5 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 Fabulous Rose and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Powdery, Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, Rose. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Fabulous Rose 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 Fabulous Rose vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

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

Fabulous Rose vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Fabulous Rose (7)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Fabulous Rose	Guidance
Brand	Nino Amaddeo	Amouage
Year	2019	2023
Rating	3.93	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	11	12