Question 1

What's the difference between Spiky Muse and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Spiky Muse is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ex Nihilo (2025) 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 3 accords: Woody, Sweet, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Spiky Muse or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Spiky Muse scores 3.82/5 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 Spiky Muse and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Fruity, Rose, Akigalawood. 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, Spiky Muse 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 Spiky Muse vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Spiky Muse scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Spiky Muse leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Spiky Muse vs Guidance

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (2)

Uniques à Spiky Muse (7)

Uniques à Guidance (10)

Accords communs (3)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Guidance

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Spiky Muse	Guidance
Marque	Ex Nihilo	Amouage
Année	2025	2023
Évaluation	3.82	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	9	12