Ariana Grande has released a new version of her famous Cloud perfume, Cloud Aurora, just days before her The Eternal Sunshine Tour hits the O2 Arena on August 15. The scent is available in two sizes at LookFantastic: 30ml for £35 and 100ml for £55. It is also sold at Next, offering a budget-friendly option for generous spritzing.
A Sweet Yet Balanced Fragrance
The gourmand fragrance suits those who enjoy sweet-smelling scents, but it is not overly sickly. It dries down to a soft, powdery, clean smell, making it ideal for everyday wear. Notes include decadent glazed vanilla, golden amber, fluffy musk, blackcurrant, and a warming blend of cosy woods, with subtle smokiness adding warmth.
Jessica Brunt, Senior Multimedia Writer, tried the perfume and noted that despite usually preferring rich, deep scents like sandalwood or oud, she appreciated how Cloud Aurora dried down to a refreshing scent with wide appeal. She also praised the simple, stylish white bottle with subtle branding, which would suit any dressing table or bathroom shelf.
Lasting Power and Minor Drawback
Brunt was pleasantly surprised by the fragrance's lasting power. She often finds affordable scents don't last on her skin, but this one stayed put for hours and seemed to improve as it settled. One slight downside she noticed was that the lid felt loose when picking up the bottle, though it seemed secure enough for travel.
For those seeking alternatives, allbeauty is selling the Sabrina Carpenter Sweet Tooth Eau de Parfum Spray 75ml for £26.10, down from £39.99. At ASOS, the Cosmic by Kylie Jenner Eau de Parfum 30ml has been reduced from £35 to £29.75.
Brunt concluded that thanks to its delicious smell and pretty packaging, Cloud Aurora might be her favourite Ariana Grande fragrance yet.
