Question 1

What's the difference between Bitter Splash and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Bitter Splash is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dries Van Noten (2024) dominated by Woody accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Bitter Splash or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bitter Splash scores 4.21/5 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 Bitter Splash and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Bitter Splash 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 Bitter Splash vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Bitter Splash scores highest for spring wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Bitter Splash leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Bitter Splash vs Guidance

Сводка сравнения

Уникальные для Bitter Splash (8)

Уникальные для Guidance (12)

Общие аккорды (2)

Частые вопросы

Пульс настроений сообщества — Guidance

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Свойство	Bitter Splash	Guidance
Бренд	Dries Van Noten	Amouage
Год	2024	2023
Оценка	4.21	3.85
Концентрация	—	—
Пол	feminine	feminine
Всего нот	8	12