Guidance
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2016 |
| £££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Sex and the Sea
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Guidance is a serious love-it-or-hate-it affair, a beast-mode scent that demands attention. Prepare for effusive compliments or utter revulsion - this isn't for the faint-hearted.
Francesca Bianchi's 'Sex and the Sea' is a polarising beast. Some call it a masterpiece of carnal, tropical bliss, while others recoil from its animalic depth, describing it as everything from 'pickle-flavored rusk' to 'halitosis from a hobo.' This is not a safe blind buy, but for those who get it, it's addictively unique.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 20% | 15% |
| Fruity | 11% | 14% |
| Green | 3% | 3% |
| Sweet | 29% | 31% |
| Warm | 17% | 12% |
| Woody | 16% | 9% |
| Earthy | 10% | 11% |
| Animalic | 10% | 17% |
| Fresh | 6% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and lasting power make it too much for most office environments, often drawing unwanted attention. However, its bold, luxurious profile is perfect for intimate dates or formal events where you want to make a statement, especially given the high compliment factor.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its potent projection and distinct animalic-tropical profile make it unsuitable for an office setting. This is a scent for intimate date nights or casual summer evenings where its unique charm can truly shine, but its heavy nature makes it too much for formal events or sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Sweet, Powdery accords and Rose, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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