Question 1

What's the difference between Reine Makéda and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Reine Makéda is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Reine de Saba (2022) dominated by Musky accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Powdery, Woody, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Reine Makéda or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Reine Makéda scores 4.10/5 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 Reine Makéda and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Powdery, Woody, Vanilla, Jasmine, Rose. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Reine Makéda 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 Reine Makéda vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Reine Makéda scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Reine Makéda leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Reine Makéda vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Reine Makéda (7)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (3)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Reine Makéda	Guidance
Brand	Reine de Saba	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	4.10	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12