Question 1

What's the difference between Via Velluto and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Via Velluto is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Fabbrica Della Musa (2022) dominated by Fruity accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Fruity, Sweet, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Via Velluto or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Via Velluto scores 3.86/5 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 Via Velluto and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Via Velluto 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 Via Velluto vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Via Velluto scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Via Velluto leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Via Velluto vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (3)

Unique to Via Velluto (7)

Unique to Guidance (9)

Shared Accords (3)

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Guidance

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Attribute	Via Velluto	Guidance
Brand	Fabbrica Della Musa	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.86	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	10	12