Question 1

What's the difference between This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Histoires de Parfums (2024) dominated by Tropical accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Powdery, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 scores 3.66/5 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 This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 2 accords, including Powdery, Vanilla, Rose, Sandalwood, Vanilla. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 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 This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7 (8)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (2)

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Attribute	This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.7	Guidance
Brand	Histoires de Parfums	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.66	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	11	12