Question 1

What's the difference between Shanghai le Soir and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai le Soir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Cherigan (2025) 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 3 accords: Fruity, Woody, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Shanghai le Soir or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Shanghai le Soir 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 Shanghai le Soir and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Powdery, 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, Shanghai le Soir 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 Shanghai le Soir vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai le Soir scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Shanghai le Soir leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Shanghai le Soir vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Shanghai le Soir (9)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Shanghai le Soir	Guidance
Brand	Cherigan	Amouage
Year	2025	2023
Rating	4.00	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12