Question 1

What's the difference between Strawberry Pool and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Strawberry Pool is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Salum Parfums (2024) 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, Sweet, Woody, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Strawberry Pool or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Strawberry Pool scores 3.75/5 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 Strawberry Pool and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Amber, 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, Strawberry Pool 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 Strawberry Pool vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Strawberry Pool scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Strawberry Pool leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Strawberry Pool vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Strawberry Pool (7)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Strawberry Pool	Guidance
Brand	Salum Parfums	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.75	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12