Question 1

What's the difference between Mango Sticky Rice and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Mango Sticky Rice is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Journal (2020) dominated by Tropical accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Sweet, Fruity, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Mango Sticky Rice or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Mango Sticky Rice scores 4.09/5 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 Mango Sticky Rice and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Fruity, Warm Spicy, Amber. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Mango Sticky Rice 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 Mango Sticky Rice vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Mango Sticky Rice scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Mango Sticky Rice leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Mango Sticky Rice vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Mango Sticky Rice (5)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (5)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Mango Sticky Rice	Guidance
Brand	Journal	Amouage
Year	2020	2023
Rating	4.09	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12