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 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

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

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Black Imperial (5)

Uniek voor Guidance (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Guidance

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Eigenschap	Black Imperial	Guidance
Merk	Imperial Parfums	Amouage
Jaar	2023	2023
Beoordeling	4.84	3.85
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	12