Question 1

What's the difference between Vanille et Coco and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Vanille et Coco is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Daniel Josier (undated) dominated by Vanilla accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Vanilla, Sweet, Powdery, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanille et Coco or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanille et Coco scores 4.25/5 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 et Coco and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Powdery, Fruity, 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, Vanille et Coco 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 et Coco vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Vanille et Coco scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Vanille et Coco leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Vanille et Coco vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Vanille et Coco (4)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (5)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Vanille et Coco	Guidance
Brand	Daniel Josier	Amouage
Year	—	2023
Rating	4.25	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12