Question 1

What's the difference between Bitter Splash and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Bitter Splash is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dries Van Noten (2024) dominated by Woody accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Bitter Splash or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bitter Splash scores 4.21/5 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 Bitter Splash 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, Bitter Splash 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 Bitter Splash vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Bitter Splash scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Bitter Splash leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Bitter Splash vs Guidance

Résumé de la comparaison

Uniques à Bitter Splash (8)

Uniques à Guidance (12)

Accords communs (2)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Guidance

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Bitter Splash	Guidance
Marque	Dries Van Noten	Amouage
Année	2024	2023
Évaluation	4.21	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	8	12