Question 1

What's the difference between Secret Rendezvous and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Secret Rendezvous is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Birkholz (2018) dominated by Powdery 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, Secret Rendezvous or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Secret Rendezvous scores 3.81/5 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 Secret Rendezvous and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 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, Secret Rendezvous 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 Secret Rendezvous vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Secret Rendezvous scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Secret Rendezvous leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Secret Rendezvous vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Secret Rendezvous (6)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Secret Rendezvous	Guidance
Brand	Birkholz	Amouage
Year	2018	2023
Rating	3.81	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12