Question 1

What's the difference between Violet Bouquet and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Violet Bouquet is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Afnan (2020) dominated by Amber accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Amber, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Violet Bouquet or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Violet Bouquet scores 3.61/5 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 Violet Bouquet and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Amber, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Woody, Saffron. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Violet Bouquet 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 Violet Bouquet vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Violet Bouquet scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Violet Bouquet leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

Violet Bouquet vs Guidance

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Violet Bouquet (9)

Uniek voor Guidance (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Guidance

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Eigenschap	Violet Bouquet	Guidance
Merk	Afnan	Amouage
Jaar	2020	2023
Beoordeling	3.61	3.85
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	12	12