Question 1

What's the difference between Absolute Shadow and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Absolute Shadow is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Franck Boclet (2024) dominated by Almond accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 6 accords: Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Absolute Shadow or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Absolute Shadow scores 3.75/5 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 Absolute Shadow and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 6 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Powdery, Woody, Nutty. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Absolute Shadow 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 Absolute Shadow vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Absolute Shadow scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Absolute Shadow leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Absolute Shadow vs Guidance

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (2)

Absolute Shadow-д өвөрмөц (5)

Guidance-д өвөрмөц (10)

Нийтлэг аккорд (6)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Guidance

Эерэг

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Шинж	Absolute Shadow	Guidance
Брэнд	Franck Boclet	Amouage
Он	2024	2023
Үнэлгээ	3.75	3.85
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	7	12