Question 1

What's the difference between Melting Lust and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Melting Lust is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Emil Elise (2023) dominated by Amber accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Amber, Woody, Sweet, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Melting Lust or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Melting Lust scores 4.25/5 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 Melting Lust and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Amber, Woody, Sweet, Warm Spicy, 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, Melting Lust 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 Melting Lust vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Melting Lust scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Melting Lust leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Melting Lust vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Melting Lust (11)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (4)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Melting Lust	Guidance
Brand	Emil Elise	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	4.25	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	12	12