Question 1

What's the difference between Note D'Amore and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Note D'Amore is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Como Lake (2018) dominated by Sweet accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Sweet, Warm Spicy, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Note D'Amore or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Note D'Amore scores 4.24/5 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 Note D'Amore and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Sweet, Warm Spicy, Fruity, Vanilla, 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, Note D'Amore 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 Note D'Amore vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Note D'Amore scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Note D'Amore leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Note D'Amore vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Note D'Amore (7)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Note D'Amore	Guidance
Brand	Como Lake	Amouage
Year	2018	2023
Rating	4.24	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12