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Cloud

Q: How does Cloud compare to Baccarat Rouge 540?

They share a similar opening energy — fruity, slightly sweet, with a warm and airy quality — which is why the comparison comes up so often. But they diverge significantly as they dry down. Cloud leans into coconut cream, praline, and vanilla orchid, settling into something soft and musky. BR540 has a more complex, resinous woody core that Cloud doesn't replicate. Community opinion generally lands here: they share a DNA family but are distinct fragrances, and Cloud isn't a like-for-like substitute so much as a lighter, more accessible alternative in the same broad neighborhood.

Q: Is Cloud appropriate for office or daytime wear?

Yes, and it's one of the more commonly recommended use cases. The projection is moderate rather than aggressive, the sweetness is softened by lavender and musk, and the overall character reads as pleasant and unimposing. It's a background fragrance in the best sense — present without demanding notice. That said, if your workplace is sensitive to heavy gourmands, this still reads as noticeably sweet, so some discretion applies.

Q: Is Cloud suitable for men, or is it strictly a women's fragrance?

It's marketed for women, but the lavender note in the opening and the soft musk base make it more accessible than many sweet gourmands if you're shopping outside that category. Anyone who enjoys skin-close, creamy, slightly sweet fragrances could reasonably wear it regardless of gender. The praline and coconut heart are more traditionally feminine-coded, so it depends on personal comfort with those accords.

Q: What seasons and occasions does Cloud work best for?

Fall and winter are where Cloud tends to shine — the warmth and creaminess feel well-matched to cooler temperatures. It shows up in everyday and leisure contexts most frequently, and many people reach for it as a casual, comfortable daily option rather than a statement fragrance for evenings or special occasions. It can work in spring, though the heavy sweetness can feel out of place in summer heat.

Q: How does Cloud differ from Ariana Grande's other fragrances like Cloud Pink or REM?

Cloud Pink shares a similar musky, woody structural DNA with the original Cloud but takes it in a different direction — enough that it's considered distinct rather than redundant by most who've compared them directly. REM is a noticeably different experience — more unique in concept, with a sweet-salty character built around a zefir accord that sets it apart from the gourmand sweetness Cloud is known for. Of the line, Cloud is the most straightforwardly crowd-pleasing; REM tends to appeal to those looking for something less conventional.

Q: Does Cloud have good longevity and projection?

Performance is generally considered strong for the price. It lasts through a good portion of the day, though it tends to stay relatively close to the skin as it dries down rather than projecting loudly. The sillage is moderate — you'll notice it, and people near you will too, but it's not the kind of fragrance that announces itself from across the room. For a casual everyday wear, that's actually part of the appeal.

Ariana Grande·2018·Eau De Parfum

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Accords

Notes

TopPear//Lavender//Bergamot

HeartWhipped Cream//Coconut cream//Praliné//Vanilla orchid

BaseMusk//Woods

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What does Cloud smell like?

Cloud opens with something almost edible — a bright, slightly herbal puff of lavender and bergamot that keeps the sweetness from feeling cloying right out of the gate. There's a soft pear note underne...

Details

House: Ariana Grande
Concentration: Eau De Parfum
Gender: feminine
Year: 2018
Longevity: 7.5 / 10
Sillage: 7.3 / 10
Scent Profile: Gourmand, Creamy, Sweet, Synthetic, lactonic
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Leisure, Daily
Perfumer: Clément Gavarry

Community Insights

Based on 421 discussions

Cloud is consistently grouped alongside Baccarat Rouge 540 as a comparison point — enthusiasts debate whether it functions as a genuine dupe, with the general consensus landing somewhere in the middle: similar opening energy, but Cloud is softer, creamier, and less bold in its base.
The musky, woody dry-down is the fragrance's most polarizing element — some appreciate how it grounds the sweetness, while others find it becomes generic or dominant once the top and heart notes fade.
Performance is broadly considered solid for the price point — it lasts through a significant portion of the day with moderate projection, making it practical for everyday wear.
Fall and winter are the most commonly recommended seasons, with the warm, creamy character feeling well-suited to cooler temperatures. It appears less frequently in summer wear discussions.
As a celebrity fragrance, Cloud is widely regarded as punching above its weight in terms of quality, and it's regularly recommended as a starter fragrance or an accessible everyday option.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Cloud compare to Baccarat Rouge 540?+

They share a similar opening energy — fruity, slightly sweet, with a warm and airy quality — which is why the comparison comes up so often. But they diverge significantly as they dry down. Cloud leans into coconut cream, praline, and vanilla orchid, settling into something soft and musky. BR540 has a more complex, resinous woody core that Cloud doesn't replicate. Community opinion generally lands here: they share a DNA family but are distinct fragrances, and Cloud isn't a like-for-like substitute so much as a lighter, more accessible alternative in the same broad neighborhood.

Is Cloud appropriate for office or daytime wear?+

Yes, and it's one of the more commonly recommended use cases. The projection is moderate rather than aggressive, the sweetness is softened by lavender and musk, and the overall character reads as pleasant and unimposing. It's a background fragrance in the best sense — present without demanding notice. That said, if your workplace is sensitive to heavy gourmands, this still reads as noticeably sweet, so some discretion applies.

Is Cloud suitable for men, or is it strictly a women's fragrance?+

It's marketed for women, but the lavender note in the opening and the soft musk base make it more accessible than many sweet gourmands if you're shopping outside that category. Anyone who enjoys skin-close, creamy, slightly sweet fragrances could reasonably wear it regardless of gender. The praline and coconut heart are more traditionally feminine-coded, so it depends on personal comfort with those accords.

Appears in Collections

Eau de Parfum Fragrances1104 Feminine Fragrances2169 2010s Fragrances3361 Fragrances Starting With C517

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Accords

Notes

TopPear//Lavender//Bergamot

HeartWhipped Cream//Coconut cream//Praliné//Vanilla orchid

BaseMusk//Woods

from $2.99· Checked Jul 11 Compare

What does Cloud smell like?

Cloud opens with something almost edible — a bright, slightly herbal puff of lavender and bergamot that keeps the sweetness from feeling cloying right out of the gate. There's a soft pear note underne...

Details

House: Ariana Grande
Concentration: Eau De Parfum
Gender: feminine
Year: 2018
Longevity: 7.5 / 10
Sillage: 7.3 / 10
Scent Profile: Gourmand, Creamy, Sweet, Synthetic, lactonic
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter
Best Occasions: Leisure, Daily
Perfumer: Clément Gavarry

Community Insights

Based on 421 discussions

Cloud is consistently grouped alongside Baccarat Rouge 540 as a comparison point — enthusiasts debate whether it functions as a genuine dupe, with the general consensus landing somewhere in the middle: similar opening energy, but Cloud is softer, creamier, and less bold in its base.
The musky, woody dry-down is the fragrance's most polarizing element — some appreciate how it grounds the sweetness, while others find it becomes generic or dominant once the top and heart notes fade.
Performance is broadly considered solid for the price point — it lasts through a significant portion of the day with moderate projection, making it practical for everyday wear.
Fall and winter are the most commonly recommended seasons, with the warm, creamy character feeling well-suited to cooler temperatures. It appears less frequently in summer wear discussions.
As a celebrity fragrance, Cloud is widely regarded as punching above its weight in terms of quality, and it's regularly recommended as a starter fragrance or an accessible everyday option.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Cloud compare to Baccarat Rouge 540?+

They share a similar opening energy — fruity, slightly sweet, with a warm and airy quality — which is why the comparison comes up so often. But they diverge significantly as they dry down. Cloud leans into coconut cream, praline, and vanilla orchid, settling into something soft and musky. BR540 has a more complex, resinous woody core that Cloud doesn't replicate. Community opinion generally lands here: they share a DNA family but are distinct fragrances, and Cloud isn't a like-for-like substitute so much as a lighter, more accessible alternative in the same broad neighborhood.

Is Cloud appropriate for office or daytime wear?+

Yes, and it's one of the more commonly recommended use cases. The projection is moderate rather than aggressive, the sweetness is softened by lavender and musk, and the overall character reads as pleasant and unimposing. It's a background fragrance in the best sense — present without demanding notice. That said, if your workplace is sensitive to heavy gourmands, this still reads as noticeably sweet, so some discretion applies.

Is Cloud suitable for men, or is it strictly a women's fragrance?+

It's marketed for women, but the lavender note in the opening and the soft musk base make it more accessible than many sweet gourmands if you're shopping outside that category. Anyone who enjoys skin-close, creamy, slightly sweet fragrances could reasonably wear it regardless of gender. The praline and coconut heart are more traditionally feminine-coded, so it depends on personal comfort with those accords.

What seasons and occasions does Cloud work best for?+

Fall and winter are where Cloud tends to shine — the warmth and creaminess feel well-matched to cooler temperatures. It shows up in everyday and leisure contexts most frequently, and many people reach for it as a casual, comfortable daily option rather than a statement fragrance for evenings or special occasions. It can work in spring, though the heavy sweetness can feel out of place in summer heat.

How does Cloud differ from Ariana Grande's other fragrances like Cloud Pink or REM?+

Cloud Pink shares a similar musky, woody structural DNA with the original Cloud but takes it in a different direction — enough that it's considered distinct rather than redundant by most who've compared them directly. REM is a noticeably different experience — more unique in concept, with a sweet-salty character built around a zefir accord that sets it apart from the gourmand sweetness Cloud is known for. Of the line, Cloud is the most straightforwardly crowd-pleasing; REM tends to appeal to those looking for something less conventional.

Does Cloud have good longevity and projection?+

Performance is generally considered strong for the price. It lasts through a good portion of the day, though it tends to stay relatively close to the skin as it dries down rather than projecting loudly. The sillage is moderate — you'll notice it, and people near you will too, but it's not the kind of fragrance that announces itself from across the room. For a casual everyday wear, that's actually part of the appeal.

Appears in Collections

Eau de Parfum Fragrances1104 Feminine Fragrances2169 2010s Fragrances3361 Fragrances Starting With C517

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Chanel

Gabrielle Chanel

Parfum

Goutal

Petite Chérie

Eau De Parfum

Guerlain

Mon Guerlain Intense

Eau De Parfum

Goutal

Rose Pompon

Eau De Toilette

Chanel

Gardénia

Eau De Parfum

Phlur

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Eau De Toilette

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Mon Guerlain

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Where to buy Cloud

from $2.99 (<5ml) · 4 retailers

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Perfumania

$48.95$72.00Buy

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100ml

Checked Jul 11

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$49.00$70.00Buy

Perfumania

$59.95$72.00Buy

FragranceNet

$65.09Buy

eCosmetics

$72.00Buy

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50ml

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FragranceNet

$55.99Buy

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10ml

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$13.99Buy

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