Question 1

What's the difference between Shining Moon and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Shining Moon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Perris Monte Carlo (2023) dominated by Woody accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Powdery, Amber, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Shining Moon or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Shining Moon scores 3.47/5 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 Shining Moon and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Amber, Sweet, 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, Shining Moon 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 Shining Moon vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Shining Moon scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Shining Moon leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Shining Moon vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Shining Moon (6)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (4)

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Attribute	Shining Moon	Guidance
Brand	Perris Monte Carlo	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	3.47	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12