Question 1

What's the difference between Secret Side and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Secret Side is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Richard (2023) dominated by Fruity accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Fruity, Amber, Sweet, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Secret Side or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Secret Side scores 3.22/5 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 Side and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Amber, Sweet, Powdery, Vanilla. 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 Side 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 Side vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Secret Side scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Secret Side leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Secret Side vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Secret Side (8)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Secret Side	Guidance
Brand	Richard	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	3.22	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12