Sweet Like Candy by Ariana Grande
Brand: Ariana Grande
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A playful blend of sparkling berries, pear and soft florals melting into creamy vanilla, amber and musk.
Is Sweet Like Candy worth it?
How it smells: Opens with blackberry, pear and bergamot, whipped cream and marshmallow at the heart, then dries down to vanilla and cashmere wood.
Scent Score: 60/100 (Good). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 36, versatility 87, layerability 86 and value 51, each out of 100.
Buyers say it smells sweet, lasts long and gets compliments. Some say it fades fast. Buyers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 75 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
Gourmand · Fruity Gourmand
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Women
Key accords: Blackberry, Pear, Bergamot, Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Black Currant
Top Notes
- Blackberry
- Pear
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Whipped Cream
- Marshmallow
- Black Currant
- Jasmine
- Frangipani
- Honeysuckle
Base Notes
- Vanilla
- Cashmere Wood
Occasions: Casual, Date, Evening, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Sweet Like Candy by Ariana Grande belongs to the gourmand fragrance family. A playful blend of sparkling berries, pear and soft florals melting into creamy vanilla, amber and musk. Sweet Like Candy opens with Blackberry, Pear, and Bergamot. The heart brings Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Black Currant, Jasmine, Frangipani, and Honeysuckle. It dries down to Vanilla and Cashmere Wood.
How to wear Sweet Like Candy
On skin, Sweet Like Candy by Ariana Grande has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for casual, date, evening, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Hacivat by Nishane. Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hacivat on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 2 sprays Hacivat and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Sweet Like Candy opens with Blackberry, Pear, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Black Currant, Jasmine, Frangipani, and Honeysuckle.
It dries down to Vanilla and Cashmere Wood.
What to layer with Sweet Like Candy
Hacivat by Nishane
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and jasmine.
Order: Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hacivat on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 2 sprays Hacivat
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share blackberry, pear, and bergamot.
Order: Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 2 sprays J'adore
Flower by Kenzo by Kenzo
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share black currant, jasmine, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flower by Kenzo on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 2 sprays Flower by Kenzo
Daisy EDT by Marc Jacobs
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and vanilla.
Order: Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Daisy EDT on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 2 sprays Daisy EDT
Delina by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Gourmand and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, black currant, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 2 sprays Delina
Pairings to approach with care
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 36/99
Bergamask has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this gourmand scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 1 spray Bergamask
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 39/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this gourmand scent, and they share vanilla.
Order: Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Related fragrances and why
- Hacivat by Nishane — Both include bergamot and jasmine.
- J'adore by Dior — Both include blackberry, pear, and bergamot.
- Flower by Kenzo by KenzoBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include black currant, jasmine, and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Sweet Like Candy?
Sweet Like Candy opens with Blackberry, Pear, and Bergamot. The heart brings Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Black Currant, Jasmine, Frangipani, and Honeysuckle. It dries down to Vanilla and Cashmere Wood.
How long does Sweet Like Candy last, and how strong is it?
Sweet Like Candy by Ariana Grande has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Sweet Like Candy?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits casual, date, evening, and special occasion.
What layers well with Sweet Like Candy?
Hacivat by Nishane is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Gourmand and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and jasmine. Apply Sweet Like Candy first as your base layer. Its gourmand character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Hacivat on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Sweet Like Candy : 2 sprays Hacivat.
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