Question 1

What's the difference between Oud Kasbah Royal and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Oud Kasbah Royal is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Marrakech Imperial (2024) dominated by Aromatic accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 6 accords: Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Oud Kasbah Royal or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Oud Kasbah Royal scores 4.17/5 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 Oud Kasbah Royal and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 6 accords, including Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody, Powdery. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Oud Kasbah Royal 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 Oud Kasbah Royal vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Oud Kasbah Royal scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Oud Kasbah Royal leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Oud Kasbah Royal vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Oud Kasbah Royal (11)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (6)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Oud Kasbah Royal	Guidance
Brand	Marrakech Imperial	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	4.17	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	12	12