Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground. Those who connect with it praise its complex, creamy, woody-rose profile and addictive quality, though some experience batch inconsistencies affecting performance. The fragrance's challenging opening and intense character make it essential to sample before committing to a full bottle.
חיובי
Unique, complex drydown with creamy, woody, rose and smoky notes
Highly addictive and memorable quality that garners passionate fans
Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it
Masterpiece composition with balanced sweetness and sophistication
שלילי
Extremely polarizing - many find the opening harsh, sharp, or unpleasant
שאלות נפוצות
What's the difference between To Be Confirmed and Guidance?+
To Be Confirmed is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Balenciaga (2025) dominated by Floral accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share no primary accords — distinctly different profiles.
By community rating, To Be Confirmed scores 3.62/5 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.
Do To Be Confirmed and Guidance smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.
Which lasts longer, To Be Confirmed or Guidance?+
Guidance: Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits To Be Confirmed vs Guidance?+
To Be Confirmed scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. To Be Confirmed leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.
Batch consistency issues reported; some bottles have poor performance or weak projection
Strong polarized reactions with some comparing it negatively to body odor
Olfactory fatigue issues reported by some users despite high concentration
