Question 1

What's the difference between Green Butterfly and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Green Butterfly is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Byron Parfums (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, Powdery, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Green Butterfly or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Green Butterfly scores 3.98/5 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 Green Butterfly and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Jasmine. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Green Butterfly 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 Green Butterfly vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Green Butterfly scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Green Butterfly leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Green Butterfly vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Green Butterfly (10)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Green Butterfly	Guidance
Brand	Byron Parfums	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.98	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	13	12