Question 1

What's the difference between L'Aventure Gold and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

L'Aventure Gold is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Al Haramain Perfumes (2022) dominated by Green accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Fruity, Powdery, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, L'Aventure Gold or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, L'Aventure Gold scores 3.83/5 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 L'Aventure Gold and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Powdery, Woody, 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, L'Aventure Gold 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 L'Aventure Gold vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

L'Aventure Gold scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. L'Aventure Gold leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

L'Aventure Gold vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to L'Aventure Gold (7)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	L'Aventure Gold	Guidance
Brand	Al Haramain Perfumes	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.83	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	11	12