Question 1

What's the difference between [05] 838 and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

[05] 838 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Cloudy Scents (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 2 accords: Woody, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, [05] 838 or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, [05] 838 scores 4.40/5 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 [05] 838 and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Powdery, Akigalawood, Vanilla. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, [05] 838 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 [05] 838 vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

[05] 838 scores highest for fall wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. [05] 838 leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

[05] 838 vs Guidance

Rezime poređenja

Zajedničke note (2)

Jedinstvene za [05] 838 (14)

Jedinstvene za Guidance (10)

Zajednički akordi (2)

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Puls raspoloženja zajednice — Guidance

Pozitivno

Negativno

Svojstvo	[05] 838	Guidance
Brend	Cloudy Scents	Amouage
Godina	2025	2023
Ocena	4.40	3.85
Koncentracija	—	—
Pol	feminine	feminine
Ukupno nota	17	12