What's the difference between Mad About the Boy and Guidance?+
Mad About the Boy is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Different Ego (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, Amber, Warm Spicy, Powdery.
Which is better, Mad About the Boy or Guidance?+
By community rating, Mad About the Boy scores 2.54/5 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.
Do Mad About the Boy and Guidance smell similar?+
They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy, Powdery, Saffron. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.
Which lasts longer, Mad About the Boy or Guidance?+
Guidance: Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Mad About the Boy vs Guidance?+
Mad About the Boy scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Mad About the Boy leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.
