Question 1

What's the difference between The Black Carnation and Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

The Black Carnation is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Thameen (2024) dominated by Woody accords. Guidance 46 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2024) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Floral, Warm Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, The Black Carnation or Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Black Carnation scores 4.02/5 vs Guidance 46 at 4.20/5. Guidance 46's standout strength: Complex, well-balanced scent profile with woody, sweet, rose, and smoky notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do The Black Carnation and Guidance 46 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Floral, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Jasmine. Guidance 46: Guidance 46 is a polarizing Amouage fragrance that delivers stunning results when it performs optimally, earning passionate praise for its sophisticated blend.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, The Black Carnation or Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

Guidance 46: Excellent performance and longevity once fully macerated Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits The Black Carnation vs Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

The Black Carnation scores highest for fall wear; Guidance 46 scores highest for winter wear. The Black Carnation leans daytime, Guidance 46 leans evening.

The Black Carnation vs Guidance 46

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor The Black Carnation (6)

Uniek voor Guidance 46 (14)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Guidance 46

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	The Black Carnation	Guidance 46
Merk	Thameen	Amouage
Jaar	2024	2024
Beoordeling	4.02	4.20
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	18