Question 1

What's the difference between Vanilla Edesia and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Edesia is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Electimuss (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 5 accords: Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Edesia or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Edesia scores 3.84/5 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 Vanilla Edesia and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Amber. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Vanilla Edesia 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 Vanilla Edesia vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Edesia scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Vanilla Edesia leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Vanilla Edesia vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Vanilla Edesia (11)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (5)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Vanilla Edesia	Guidance
Brand	Electimuss	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	3.84	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	15	12