Question 1

What's the difference between Private Talk and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Private Talk is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Valentino (2024) dominated by Tuberose accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Private Talk or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Private Talk scores 3.95/5 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 Private Talk and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 2 accords, including Sweet, Woody, Sandalwood. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Private Talk 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 Private Talk vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Private Talk scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Private Talk leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Private Talk vs Guidance

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Private Talk (6)

Uniek voor Guidance (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Guidance

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Private Talk	Guidance
Merk	Valentino	Amouage
Jaar	2024	2023
Beoordeling	3.95	3.85
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	12