Question 1

What's the difference between Premier Amour and Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

Premier Amour is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Benigna Parfums (2020) dominated by Vanilla accords. Guidance 46 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2024) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Warm Spicy, Amber, Sweet, Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Premier Amour or Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Premier Amour scores 3.74/5 vs Guidance 46 at 4.20/5. Guidance 46's standout strength: Complex, well-balanced scent profile with woody, sweet, rose, and smoky notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Premier Amour and Guidance 46 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Guidance 46: Guidance 46 is a polarizing Amouage fragrance that delivers stunning results when it performs optimally, earning passionate praise for its sophisticated blend.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Premier Amour or Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

Guidance 46: Excellent performance and longevity once fully macerated Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Premier Amour vs Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

Premier Amour scores highest for fall wear; Guidance 46 scores highest for winter wear. Premier Amour leans evening, Guidance 46 leans evening.

Premier Amour vs Guidance 46

Comparison Summary

Unique to Guidance 46 (17)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance 46

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Attribute	Premier Amour	Guidance 46
Brand	Benigna Parfums	Amouage
Year	2020	2024
Rating	3.74	4.20
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	18