Best Moonlight by Ariana Grande Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Moonlight by Ariana Grande is a floral fruity fragrance featuring prunes and blackcurrant that give it a rich, fruity body. The softness of marshmallow and peony brings a gentle, sweet floral touch, while vanilla, sandalwood, and amber provide a warm, creamy base. Those drawn to Moonlight should focus on the balance between fruity sweetness and smooth, comforting woods and resins.
Absolue d’Osmanthe by Perris Monte Carlo £160.00
- Key notes:
- osmanthus
- prunes
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- leather
Osmanthus in this perfume is harvested deep within Guilin province in China. Absolute d’Osmanthe is a modern take on the centuries old essence. The flowers bloom between October and November filling the entire valley with a dreamy fragrance. For the past 2000 years, this fragrant flower with an aroma reminiscent of apricot has been part of perfumers pallette.
The Smart Set by MINT £170.00
- Key notes:
- coffee
- prunes
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
The Jade line
Perfumer: Nathale Lorson
In this formula velvety woods meet for dark smooth coffee and take their time lounging in the spicy vetiver shade.
Ensang Noir by L'Entropiste £260.00
- Key notes:
- birch
- blackcurrant
- chypre
- magnolia
- patchouli
- peony
- rose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- vintage/old school
- woody
A passionate declaration of love written in ink and blood. The scent opens on a dark, almost smoky red rose, pierced with crimson sparks. Metallic aldehydes emerge, adding tension and intensity. Dense magnolia adds a sweaty sweetness. The opoponax warms and deepens the whole, leaving a profound, mysterious signature.
Lovers in Pink by Cherigan £160.00
- Key notes:
- blackcurrant
- peony
- rose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Russian-French painter Marc Chagall inspired Lovers in Pink with his ecstatic portraits of his wife and muse Bella. Like a champagne bubble, this extrait sparkles with a blackcurrant/lemon/ginger effect. A bouquet of roses, peonies and jasmine glows against a woody background. The result is a declaration of love in all its forms.
Poom Poom by Maison Matine £60.00
- Key notes:
- kiwi
- orchid
- peony
- sandalwood
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
A happy explosion of clean and pretty flowers, with oodles of petals fluttering down from the heavens. Rose and peony team up with their syrupy richness, with a ruffle of freesia, orchid and mandarin tree flower intensifying the effect. Maison Matine devised Poom Poom as a carefree ode to life.
Almaz by Kajal £175.00
- Key notes:
- blackcurrant
- heliotrope
- orris (iris root)
- powdery nuance
- raspberry
- rose
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- green
Almaz, the Arabic word for diamonds, are renowned not only for their beauty, but also for their timelessness as they withstand millions of years of immense pressure in their formation. This EdP references the indestructible nature of diamonds with a powerful blackcurrant-led bouquet. Juiciness is enhanced with raspberry, while powdery heliotrope and musk add padding to the cushiony feel. The ambered base, redolent with vanilla and brown sugar, offsets blackcurrant’s tartness.
The jewelled bottle incorporates a poem composed by Elen Jeres Ayoub, portrayed in Eastern Kufic calligraphy. The words have been meticulously placed so that the vertical lines create eight zones on the bottle, representing the lunar phases in each lunar calendar month to represent the passage of time.
The seasons and their times
And pressures and their effects,
Bear Diamonds as their fruit.
-Elen Jeres Ayoub
Mad by And Fragrance £125.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- blackcurrant
- buchu herb
- vanilla
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- green
- woody
Madagasgar’s threatened forests are home to some of the most intoxicating plants in the world. Including vanilla. Which smells loads better than a lemur.
But we’re not talking about ice cream or a shot of vanilla goo in a skinny latte. No, this is naked vanilla packed with luxurious orchid warmth. Blended with the best Madagascar has to offer including ylang oil, vetiver,violet, musk, jasmine and cloves.
Think of this it as an ecosystem in a bottle; a hug from mother earth. You get the picture.
Divin Enfant by Etat Libre d'Orange £155.00
- Key notes:
- marshmallow
- musk
- orange blossom
- Aromagroups:
- floral
"A child can either charm or annoy us with the same ruthlessness. A child can be irresistible with his angel-sweet smile but he also knows how to drive us crazy. Under the angel, the faked innocence of a demon.
After the gentle top notes of orange blossom and marshmallow, breaks the unexpected accord of coffee, leather and cold tobacco, a shrilling symbol of our sleepless nights. True to his reputation of “polymorphic pervert”, this mini-sized tyrant is only happy when he succeeds in imposing his whims, which he always manages to do.
What a sweet little monster!"
Milk | Balanced & Expressive by Commodity £135.00
- Key notes:
- incense
- marshmallow
- milk accord
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
Seeking comfort in the familiar, this creamy and calming scent offers the perfect haven. Cold milk adds a cooling element to an otherwise rich and warm fragrance of marshmallow, mahogany and tonka bean.
This is the Balanced & Expressive version of Milk, with a noticeable projection that’ll make a mark, not a scene. Also try Milk | Personal and Milk | Bold.
Milk | Bold by Commodity £135.00
- Key notes:
- incense
- marshmallow
- smoke
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- woody
Milk's warm notes of marshmallow, tonka bean and mahogany wood emblazoned with the unexpected smoky depth of firewood and amber. A smoky, sweet and inviting scent to be worn with confidence.
This is the Bold version of Milk, a powerful, room-filling rendition of its Balanced counterpart, infused with deep, dark notes that’ll make your presence known. Also try Milk | Personal and Milk | Balanced & Expressive
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About Moonlight by Ariana Grande
- What are the main scent characteristics of Moonlight by Ariana Grande?
- Moonlight is a floral fruity fragrance combining prunes, blackcurrant, marshmallow, and peony with warm vanilla, sandalwood, and amber. It balances sweet, fruity, floral, and woody notes for a smooth, comforting scent.
- How does Moonlight differ from the fragrances listed here?
- Moonlight uniquely blends its fruity notes with sweet marshmallow and a warm amber base, providing a creamy softness. Many fragrances here share some notes but differ in adding smoky, powdery, fresh, or animalic elements, creating variations on the original theme.
- Are there fragrances similar to Moonlight with a smokier or darker twist?
- Yes, fragrances like Ensang Noir, 14 Juillet, and Mad incorporate smoky, chypre, or leathery notes while sharing key fruity elements with Moonlight, offering a richer and more intense interpretation.









