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

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Absolute Shadow (5)

Unice pentru Guidance (10)

Acorduri comune (6)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Guidance

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Absolute Shadow	Guidance
Brand	Franck Boclet	Amouage
An	2024	2023
Evaluare	3.75	3.85
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	7	12