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Score
84/100

Ariana Grande

Mod Vanilla

2022

“Praline and orris over cacao butter — Ariana's coziest vanilla, weak sillage by design.”

Mod Vanilla
sweet
vanilla
powdery

A powdery vanilla from Ariana Grande's 2022 lineup: plum opens onto praline and orris over a vanilla base. Sweet and vanilla accords share the lead, with a powdery, musky softness underneath; the fruit stays secondary to the powdery vanilla core. Frequently compared to Sol de Janeiro's Cheirosa '40 (2021). Wears strongest in winter and fall, leaning daytime.

The take

What works

  • ●Marshmallow-musk-plum cozy gourmand at a budget
  • ●Soft sweet daily-wear feminine

Trade-offs

  • ●Reads medicinal-plastic to some noses
  • ●Ugly bottle with awkward sprayer

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Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, during the day. Spring works too. Leans feminine.

When

  • Spring, 73%, works
  • Summer, 46%
  • Fall, 85%, best
  • Winter, 100%, best
  • Day, 98%, best
  • Night, 55%

Occasions

EverydayDate night

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mod Vanilla a good Wicked For Good – Elphaba Enchanted dupe?

79% similarity to Ariana Grande Wicked For Good – Elphaba Enchanted in our database — a real match, not just shared notes. At $50–$75 vs Ariana Grande's $100–$200, it's one of the closer budget interpretations of that DNA.

What does Mod Vanilla smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '40 (71%), Kayali The Wedding Silk Santal | 36 (53%), Ariana Grande Cloud (52%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Mod Vanilla last?

4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Mod Vanilla?

Mod Vanilla is best in fall and winter, during the day. Spring works too. It suits everyday wear and date nights.

Is Mod Vanilla worth it?

At $50–$75, yes for this tier. Marshmallow-musk-plum cozy gourmand at a budget. Soft sweet daily-wear feminine.