Question 1

What's the difference between Selene (SEΛENE) and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Selene (SEΛENE) is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Manos Gerakinis (2023) dominated by White Floral 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, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Selene (SEΛENE) or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Selene (SEΛENE) scores 4.00/5 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 Selene (SEΛENE) and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Powdery, Sweet, Woody, Jasmine, 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, Selene (SEΛENE) 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 Selene (SEΛENE) vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Selene (SEΛENE) scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Selene (SEΛENE) leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Selene (SEΛENE) vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Selene (SEΛENE) (8)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Selene (SEΛENE)	Guidance
Brand	Manos Gerakinis	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	4.00	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	11	12