Question 1

What's the difference between Erotika Maximale and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Erotika Maximale is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from New Notes (2025) 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 4 accords: Woody, Powdery, Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Erotika Maximale or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Erotika Maximale scores 3.42/5 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 Erotika Maximale and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Amber, Warm Spicy, 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, Erotika Maximale 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 Erotika Maximale vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

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

Erotika Maximale vs Guidance

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Общие ноты (4)

Уникальные для Erotika Maximale (8)

Уникальные для Guidance (8)

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Свойство	Erotika Maximale	Guidance
Бренд	New Notes	Amouage
Год	2025	2023
Оценка	3.42	3.85
Концентрация	—	—
Пол	feminine	feminine
Всего нот	12	12