Question 1

What's the difference between Orchid K and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Orchid K is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ella K Parfums (2024) 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 5 accords: Sweet, Woody, Powdery, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Orchid K or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Orchid K scores 3.42/5 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 Orchid K and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, Woody, Powdery, Vanilla, Warm Spicy. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Orchid K 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 Orchid K vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

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

Orchid K vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Orchid K (7)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Orchid K	Guidance
Brand	Ella K Parfums	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.42	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12