Question 1

What's the difference between Liquide and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Liquide is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Liquides Imaginaires (2022) dominated by Musky accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Powdery, Warm Spicy, Amber, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Liquide or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Liquide scores 4.02/5 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 Liquide and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Powdery, Warm Spicy, Amber, Vanilla, Woody. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Liquide 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 Liquide vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Liquide scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Liquide leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Liquide vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Liquide (9)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Liquide	Guidance
Brand	Les Liquides Imaginaires	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	4.02	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	13	12