Question 1

What's the difference between Lunatique and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Lunatique is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Les Liquides Imaginaires (2024) dominated by Fresh Spicy accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Fruity, Powdery, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Lunatique or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lunatique scores 3.75/5 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 Lunatique and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Lunatique 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 Lunatique vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Lunatique scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Lunatique leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Lunatique vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Lunatique (15)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (4)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Lunatique	Guidance
Brand	Les Liquides Imaginaires	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.75	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	19	12