Question 1

What's the difference between Rouge Velours and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Rouge Velours is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2021) dominated by Rose 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, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Rouge Velours or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Rouge Velours scores 4.17/5 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 Rouge Velours and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Rose, Jasmine. 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, Rouge Velours 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 Rouge Velours vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Rouge Velours scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Rouge Velours leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Rouge Velours vs Guidance

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (2)

Uniques à Rouge Velours (6)

Uniques à Guidance (10)

Accords communs (2)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Guidance

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Rouge Velours	Guidance
Marque	Yves Saint Laurent	Amouage
Année	2021	2023
Évaluation	4.17	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	8	12