Question 1

What's the difference between Nida and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Nida is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Gallivant (2024) 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, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Nida or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Nida scores 4.03/5 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 Nida and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Amber, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Woody, Jasmine. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Nida 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 Nida vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Nida scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Nida leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Nida vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Nida (13)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Nida	Guidance
Brand	Gallivant	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	4.03	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	14	12