Question 1

What's the difference between Oriental Sans Souci and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Oriental Sans Souci is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Jardin Retrouve (1963) dominated by Citrus accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Oriental Sans Souci or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oriental Sans Souci 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 Oriental Sans Souci and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Rose, 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, Oriental Sans Souci 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 Oriental Sans Souci vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Oriental Sans Souci scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Oriental Sans Souci leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Oriental Sans Souci vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Oriental Sans Souci (8)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Oriental Sans Souci	Guidance
Brand	Le Jardin Retrouve	Amouage
Year	1963	2023
Rating	4.24	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	13	12