Question 1

What's the difference between Not Telling and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Not Telling is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Thameen (2024) dominated by White Floral 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, Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Not Telling or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Not Telling scores 4.07/5 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 Not Telling and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery, Fruity. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Not Telling 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 Not Telling vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Not Telling scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Not Telling leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Not Telling vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Not Telling (7)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Not Telling	Guidance
Brand	Thameen	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	4.07	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12