Question 1

What's the difference between White Pearl and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

White Pearl is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The House of Oud (2024) dominated by Marine accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, White Pearl or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, White Pearl 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 White Pearl and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which lasts longer, White Pearl 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 White Pearl vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

White Pearl scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. White Pearl leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

White Pearl vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to White Pearl (6)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (2)

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Attribute	White Pearl	Guidance
Brand	The House of Oud	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.61	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	8	12