“Floating on something warm and sweet — effortlessly cozy and completely unapologetic.”
Ariana Grande's 2018 Cloud, composed by Clement Gavarry, is frequently compared to Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Baccarat Rouge 540 (2015). Lavender and pear open over whipped cream and praline, settling on a musky, woody base. Sweet accords lead, with lactonic, vanilla and coconut facets. The line later added Cloud Intense (2021) and Cloud Pink (2023). Versatile across seasons, leaning daytime.
The take
What works
- ●Lavender-coconut-praline cloud accord is utterly addictive and widely beloved
- ●Exceptional performance for the price — puts more expensive fragrances to shame
- ●Compliment magnet that somehow never gets old
Trade-offs
- ●Gourmand-sweet DNA isn't for everyone — polarizes the vanilla-averse
- ●Celebrity fragrance stigma undersells its genuine quality
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Notes
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Performance
Fit
Best in spring, fall, and winter, during the day. Leans feminine.
When
- Spring, 74%, best
- Summer, 54%
- Fall, 75%, best
- Winter, 83%, best
- Day, 100%, best
- Night, 54%
Occasions
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
- Near-exact
A. Grande
Cloud Intense
- Near-exact
Pacifica
Dream Moon
- Very close
A. Grande
Cloud Pink
- Very close
Sol Janeiro
Cheirosa 68
$30–$45
- Close
Dossier
Ambery Saffron
- Close
MFK
Baccarat Rouge 540
- Close
Oscar
Bella Night
- Close
Lattafa
Ana Abiyedh Rouge
$15–$25
- Close
Al Haramain
Amber Oud Rouge
- Close
Zara
Red Temptation
$15–$25
BBW
In The Stars
Ajmal
Aristocrat for Her
Armaf
Club de Nuit Untold
A. Grande
Mod Vanilla
V Canto
Stramonio
Orientica Premium
Amber Rouge
MFK
Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum
MFK
Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait Limited Edition
Burberry
Her EDP
Mancera
Instant Crush
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cloud smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Pacifica Dream Moon (90%), Ariana Grande Cloud Pink (85%), Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 68 (78%). Strong DNA matches — same scent family and similar composition.
How long does Cloud last?
4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.
When should you wear Cloud?
Cloud is best in spring, fall, and winter, during the day. It suits everyday wear and date nights.
Is Cloud worth it?
At $50–$75, fine — with caveats. Lavender-coconut-praline cloud accord is utterly addictive and widely beloved. Exceptional performance for the price — puts more expensive fragrances to shame.