Question 1

What's the difference between My Sweetest Morphine and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

My Sweetest Morphine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ex Nihilo (2023) dominated by Floral accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Powdery, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, My Sweetest Morphine or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, My Sweetest Morphine scores 3.66/5 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 My Sweetest Morphine and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Powdery, Woody, Sweet, 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, My Sweetest Morphine 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 My Sweetest Morphine vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

My Sweetest Morphine scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. My Sweetest Morphine leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

My Sweetest Morphine vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to My Sweetest Morphine (8)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	My Sweetest Morphine	Guidance
Brand	Ex Nihilo	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	3.66	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12