Question 1

What's the difference between NoMad Tanzanite and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

NoMad Tanzanite is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bond No 9 (2023) 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 5 accords: Fruity, Woody, Sweet, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, NoMad Tanzanite or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, NoMad Tanzanite scores 4.50/5 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 NoMad Tanzanite and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Woody, 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, NoMad Tanzanite 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 NoMad Tanzanite vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

NoMad Tanzanite scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. NoMad Tanzanite leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

NoMad Tanzanite vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to NoMad Tanzanite (6)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (5)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	NoMad Tanzanite	Guidance
Brand	Bond No 9	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	4.50	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12