{"product_id":"46-inspired-by-guidance-amouage","title":"46 - Inspired by Guidance \/ Amouage","description":"\u003cul\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"567\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"567\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eLaunch and Creator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"427\"\u003eReleased in 2023 by Amouage, created by perfumer Quentin Bisch. It’s part of the Odyssey collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eFragrance Family and Atmosphere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eIt sits in the floral?amber category. There’s warmth, sweetness, spice, and resinous depth. It isn’t purely a floral or fruity scent—it mixes richness and gourmand touches with classic oriental and woody foundations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"887\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eNote Structure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r \r \u003cul data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eTop notes\u003c\/em\u003e: Pear, Hazelnut, Frankincense — sets a sweet, slightly resinous, nutty?fruit opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eHeart (middle)\u003c\/em\u003e: Saffron, Rose, Jasmine Sambac, Osmanthus — the heart is spicy, floral and rich; the florals are heavy but balanced by spice\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eBase notes\u003c\/em\u003e: Cistus (labdanum\/cistus resin), Sandalwood, Akigalawood, Ambergris, Vanilla — gives the dry?down a creamy, woody, resinous, slightly animalic touch, with sweetness from vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r \u003c\/ul\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eScent Evolution and Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eInitially, Guidance feels lush and inviting: fruit above resins, with a touch of sweetness and warmth. The hazelnut adds a subtle nuttiness, while frankincense contributes incense?like depth. In the heart, the florals (especially rose + jasmine sambac) become more prominent, softened and enhanced by saffron and osmanthus. Finally, the base becomes richer and more sensual: creamy woods, ambergris, and vanilla settling things into a lasting, luxurious dry?down with gentle animalic\/resinous touches. The overall feel is sophisticated, enveloping, and rather grand.\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2081\"\u003eLongevity and Projection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eGuidance is reportedly strong in both longevity and projection, especially in early hours. It tends to project well out of the gate (fruit + resin + spice), then gradually becomes more intimate as woods take over. Many users find it very noticeable and long?lasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eBest Use \/ When It Shines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003eBest suited to evenings, special occasions, cooler weather—fall and winter come out best because the warmth, resins, and sweet\/woody base feel more comfortable then. It can work during day in cooler climates or air?conditioned spaces if you like richer scents. Because it’s bold, layering or lighter application helps for more casual settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r  \t\u003cli data-start=\"2773\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003e\r \u003cp data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2795\"\u003eCharacter and Vibe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2798\"\u003eGuidance feels majestic, elegant, deep, and unapologetically luxurious. There’s a romantic, almost poetic streak: you sense craftsmanship, richness, complexity. It gives a strong impression—something that announces itself without shouting, and lingers in memory. It can be polarizing (people either love the richness, or find it too much), but that’s part of its charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\r \u003c\/li\u003e\r \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crafted Scents Perfume","offers":[{"title":"25ml","offer_id":43160301273149,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":43160301305917,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":43160301338685,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8530\/7965\/files\/100ml.png?v=1778224995","url":"https:\/\/craftedscentsperfume.com\/products\/46-inspired-by-guidance-amouage","provider":"Crafted Scents Perfume","version":"1.0","type":"link"}