Question 1

What's the difference between Sur Arize and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Sur Arize is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mmoire (2022) 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 3 accords: Woody, Amber, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Sur Arize or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sur Arize scores 3.58/5 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 Sur Arize and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Amber, Powdery, Labdanum. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Sur Arize 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 Sur Arize vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Sur Arize scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Sur Arize leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Sur Arize vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Sur Arize (8)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Sur Arize	Guidance
Brand	Mmoire	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.58	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12