Acquired

Amouage 2023 EDP

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Guidance

by Quentin Bisch

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Amouage Guidance is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Quentin Bisch. Guidance opens with Hazelnut, Frankincense, and Pear, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Osmanthus, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Akigalawood, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Labdanum. Amouage's Guidance carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

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.
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
Guidance Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Amber
69%
Fruity
64%
Nutty
57%
Sweet
55%

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

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

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.

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About

Guidance opens with a juicy pear and nutty hazelnut, wrapped in the mystical haze of frankincense. The heart blooms with osmanthus and rose, a soft floral bed spiced with saffron. As it settles, creamy sandalwood, rich ambergris, and sweet vanilla weave through the lingering woody, nutty warmth, creating a complex, opulent journey.