Sweet Like Candy
sweet up front, then fruity, settling into vanilla.
About
Sweet Like Candy by Ariana Grande is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women. Sweet Like Candy was launched in 2016. Top notes are Blackberry, Pear and Bergamot; middle notes are Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Black Currant, Jasmine, Honeysuckle and Frangipani; base notes are Vanilla and Cashmere Wood. The third fragrance…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Black Currant, Jasmine, Honeysuckle, Frangipani
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Ariana Grande picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Sweet Like Candy smell like?
sweet up front, then fruity, settling into vanilla. Dominant accords: sweet, fruity, vanilla.
What notes are in Sweet Like Candy?
Top: Blackberry, Pear, Bergamot. Heart: Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Black Currant, Jasmine, Honeysuckle, Frangipani. Base: Vanilla, Cashmere Wood.
How long does Sweet Like Candy last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Sweet Like Candy loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Sweet Like Candy best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Summer is second at 27%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Sweet Like Candy?
Day wear leads at 81%. Night is a secondary pick at 19%.
Is Sweet Like Candy for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 91% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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