Question 1

What's the difference between Winter Sun and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Winter Sun is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from House of Noya (2023) dominated by Tuberose accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Winter Sun or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Winter Sun scores 4.03/5 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 Winter Sun and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy, Sandalwood. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Winter Sun 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 Winter Sun vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Winter Sun scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Winter Sun leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Winter Sun vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Winter Sun (2)

Unique to Guidance (11)

Shared Accords (3)

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Attribute	Winter Sun	Guidance
Brand	House of Noya	Amouage
Year	2023	2023
Rating	4.03	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	3	12