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 est un parfum hautement diviseur qui inspire une dévotion passionnée ou une forte aversion avec peu de terrain d'entente.

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

Résumé de la comparaison

Uniques à 1988 (8)

Uniques à Guidance (12)

Accords communs (1)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Guidance

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	1988	Guidance
Marque	Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions	Amouage
Année	2023	2023
Évaluation	3.73	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	9	12