Question 1

What's the difference between Murmure d'Ete and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Murmure d'Ete is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Plume Impression (2019) dominated by Woody accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Woody, Fruity, Sweet, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Murmure d'Ete or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Murmure d'Ete 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 Murmure d'Ete and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Fruity, Sweet, Powdery, Vanilla. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Murmure d'Ete 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 Murmure d'Ete vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Murmure d'Ete scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Murmure d'Ete leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Murmure d'Ete vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Murmure d'Ete (7)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (5)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Murmure d'Ete	Guidance
Brand	Plume Impression	Amouage
Year	2019	2023
Rating	4.09	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12