Question 1

What's the difference between Vanille Caviar and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Vanille Caviar is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from BDK Parfums (undated) dominated by Amber accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Amber, Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanille Caviar or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanille Caviar scores 3.61/5 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 Vanille Caviar and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Amber, Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Fruity. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Vanille Caviar 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 Vanille Caviar vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Vanille Caviar scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Vanille Caviar leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Vanille Caviar vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Vanille Caviar (4)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Vanille Caviar	Guidance
Brand	BDK Parfums	Amouage
Year	—	2023
Rating	3.61	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12