Question 1

What's the difference between Purple Musk and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Purple Musk is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Khadlaj Perfumes (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: Powdery, Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Purple Musk or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Purple Musk scores 4.28/5 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 Purple Musk and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Powdery, Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Woody. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Purple Musk 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 Purple Musk vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Purple Musk scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Purple Musk leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Purple Musk vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Purple Musk (5)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Purple Musk	Guidance
Brand	Khadlaj Perfumes	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	4.28	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	6	12