Question 1

What's the difference between Lionora and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Lionora is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mind Games (2023) dominated by Fruity 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, Sweet, Powdery, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Lionora or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lionora scores 4.13/5 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 Lionora and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Powdery, Vanilla, Osmanthus. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Lionora 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 Lionora vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Lionora scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Lionora leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Lionora vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Lionora (7)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Lionora	Guidance
Brand	Mind Games	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	4.13	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12