Question 1

What's the difference between Montabaco Rio and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Montabaco Rio is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ormonde Jayne (2024) 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, Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Montabaco Rio or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Montabaco Rio scores 4.05/5 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 Montabaco Rio and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Montabaco Rio 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 Montabaco Rio vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

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

Montabaco Rio vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Montabaco Rio (15)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Montabaco Rio	Guidance
Brand	Ormonde Jayne	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	4.05	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	17	12