Question 1

What's the difference between Black Imperial and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Black Imperial is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Imperial Parfums (2023) dominated by Powdery accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Powdery, Woody, Amber, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Black Imperial or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Black Imperial scores 4.84/5 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 Black Imperial and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Powdery, Woody, Amber, Vanilla, Warm Spicy. 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, Black Imperial 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 Black Imperial vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Black Imperial scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Black Imperial leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Black Imperial vs Guidance

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (2)

Uniques à Black Imperial (5)

Uniques à Guidance (10)

Accords communs (5)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Guidance

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Black Imperial	Guidance
Marque	Imperial Parfums	Amouage
Année	2023	2023
Évaluation	4.84	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	7	12