Ariana Grande 2016 EDP

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Frankie

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Ariana Grande Frankie is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. Frankie opens with Pink Pepper, Pear, and Apricot, settles into a heart of Cedar and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Sugar, Musk, and Sandalwood. Ariana Grande's Frankie carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This much-hyped unisex offering from Ariana Grande is surprisingly divisive. Some find it a fresh, mature take on a celebrity scent, while others dismiss it as a synthetic, fleeting let-down. If you like pear, pepper, and wood, it might be worth tracking down - if you can.
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Frankie Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Apricot38%
Pink Pepper36%
Pear26%
Heartas listed
Cedar63%
Orchid37%
Baseas listed
Sugar42%
Musk29%
Sandalwood28%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its moderate longevity and soft sillage make it suitable for casual wear or dates where you don't want to overwhelm. The sweet, woody profile keeps it from being ideal for very formal settings, but it's inoffensive enough for an office given its subtle nature.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Frankie opens with a surprising pop of pink pepper, quickly joined by the sweet, juicy pear and a soft apricot blush. As it settles, a woody heart of cedar emerges, intertwined with a delicate orchid. The base reveals a comforting blend of warm sugar, soft musk, and creamy sandalwood, creating a surprisingly sophisticated drydown that balances fruitiness with a clean, woody warmth.

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