Amouage 2024 Edp

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Guidance 46

by Quentin Bisch

Amouage Guidance 46 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Quentin Bisch. The fragrance opens with Rose, Almond, Hazelnut, and Pear, settles into a heart of Osmanthus, Rose, Jasmine, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Ambrette, Georgywood, Labdanum, and Sandalwood.

Our verdict on Guidance 46: Acquired

Guidance 46 is a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it scent that commands attention. Many hail it as a masterpiece, a smoother, more refined take on the original Guidance, while others find its intensity overwhelming and even unpleasant. This isn't a scent for the faint-hearted; it's bold, unforgettable, and polarising.
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  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Confident
Guidance 46 Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 29%
Fruity 8%
Green 3%
Sweet 27%
Warm 17%
Woody 17%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 6%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Fruity
70%
Nutty
64%
Floral
64%
Warm Spicy
63%

Notes

Top Notes

Rose 21% Pear 19% Hazelnut 18% Almond 15% Frankincense 14% Pink Pepper 12%

Heart Notes

Rose 36% Osmanthus 23% Saffron 21% Jasmine 20%

Base Notes

Sandalwood 18% Akigalawood 15% Vanilla 14% Ambrette 12% Georgywood 11% Ambergris 11% Labdanum 10% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 9%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its extreme projection and longevity, Guidance 46 is too potent for office, casual, or sport wear, risking overwhelming others. It truly shines for date nights or formal events where its commanding presence can be appreciated, though moderation is key.

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About

Opens with a juicy, bright burst of pear and rosy water, quickly joined by crunchy hazelnut and a hint of bitter almond, all given a sophisticated edge by frankincense and a whisper of pink pepper. The heart deepens with rich osmanthus and saffron, intertwined with a creamy, woody sandalwood base. Ambrette and ambergris add a musky depth, smoothing out the composition while Akigalawood lends a distinctive modern woodiness and an undeniable potency. Vanilla rounds out the journey, leaving a lingering, complex trail.

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