Question 1

What's the difference between 1988 and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

1988 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions (2023) 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 1 accord: Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, 1988 or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 1988 scores 3.73/5 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 1988 and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Guidance: Guidance 46 es una fragancia altamente divisiva que inspira devoción apasionada o un fuerte rechazo sin mucho término medio.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 1988 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 1988 vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

1988 scores highest for summer wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. 1988 leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

1988 vs Guidance

Resumen de la comparación

Exclusivas de 1988 (8)

Exclusivas de Guidance (12)

Acordes compartidos (1)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Guidance

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Atributo	1988	Guidance
Marca	Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions	Amouage
Año	2023	2023
Valoración	3.73	3.85
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	9	12