Question 1

What's the difference between Guidance and Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) 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 6 accords: Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Guidance or Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Guidance scores 3.85/5 vs Guidance 46 at 4.20/5. On r/fragrance, Guidance sits at 6.8/10 (mixed) while Guidance 46 is 7.0/10 (mixed). Guidance's standout strength: Unique, complex drydown with creamy, woody, rose and smoky notes. 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 Guidance and Guidance 46 smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 12 notes and 6 accords, including Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy, Fruity, Nutty. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground. 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, Guidance or Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

Guidance: Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it Guidance 46: Excellent performance and longevity once fully macerated Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Guidance vs Guidance 46?

Accepted Answer

Guidance scores highest for fall wear; Guidance 46 scores highest for winter wear. Guidance leans evening, Guidance 46 leans evening.

Guidance vs Guidance 46

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (12)

Unice pentru Guidance 46 (5)

Acorduri comune (6)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Guidance

Pozitiv

Negativ

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Guidance 46

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Guidance	Guidance 46
Brand	Amouage	Amouage
An	2023	2024
Evaluare	3.85	4.20
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	12	18