Question 1

What's the difference between Sea Island and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Sea Island is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Royal Crown (2021) dominated by Marine accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Sea Island or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sea Island scores 4.07/5 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 Sea Island and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Amber, Ambergris. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Sea Island 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 Sea Island vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Sea Island scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Sea Island leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Sea Island vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Sea Island (5)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (2)

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Attribute	Sea Island	Guidance
Brand	Royal Crown	Amouage
Year	2021	2023
Rating	4.07	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	6	12