M&S just launched 8 expensive-smelling perfumes with affordable price tags - and we've tried them all
From velvety florals to salty sun-soaked scents, M&S Studio fragrance smells as luxurious as it looks
After the success of their own-brand fragrance line, Discover, which sold over one million bottles in the first three months of 2026 alone, it was only natural that M&S expanded their scent selection.
The high street retailer has created some of the best perfumes for women without high-investment price tags, and it seems that they're not stopping anytime soon. Enter, Studio, a curated edit of eight modern, unisex eau de parfums that have been designed to reflect your personal taste preferences, mood and moment.
Combining high street fragrance and premium perfumery, this fashion-led fragrance collection can be worn on its own or layered together with your other long-lasting perfumes. From amber perfumes to floral fragrances, our beauty team have got their hands on every blend and are here to share their honest thoughts.
Notes: Vanilla, tonka, amber
If sweeter scents are to your usual liking, Darkest Vanilla is a rich, velvety take that has a sensual vanilla heart and dries down to reveal a warm amber base. Think notes of tonka bean, patchouli, floral orchid and sweet brown sugar for a perfume that is opulent and luxurious yet wearable.
Notes: Rose petals, oud, amber
For a timeless rose scent, you might want to opt for Dewy Rose. This romantic fragrance has a heart of velvety rose accords combined with delicate, powdery violet. The finishing touch is a rich base of warm amber for a truly refined edge.
Notes: Pink pepper, cashmere, musk
For those who prefer more subtle scents, Sheer Musk is truly delightful. This sensual and feminine blend combines vegan sublimolide musk and ambrette absolute with floral rose and orris. Once dried down, you'll be treated to a warm, cosy cashmere and sandalwood base for a grounded finish.
Notes: Brown sugar, tonka, amber
Prefer the warming comfort of an amber scent? Amber Crème is a refined, sensual and rich choice with notes of amber, vanilla, rum, patchouli and crème anglaise for an indulgently luxe scent.
Notes: Lemon, orange blossom, vanilla
For a softer option, Vanilla Silk needs to be on your radar. Imagine taking a dive into a shortbread biscuit tin, and you'll find yourself at the delectable destination of this fragrance. It blends sweet vanilla, cream, zesty citrus and buttery shortbread for a fresh yet sophisticated approach to a typical vanilla aroma.
Notes: Ginger, orange blossom, musk
Speaking of fresh, Ginger Flower is a contemporary eau de parfum that unsurprisingly prioritises its heart of lively ginger, while combining it with sweet citrus and orange blossom for an uplifting edge. White musk and blond woods at the base deliver a warm and grounded finish.
Notes: Pear blossom, seaweed, cedarwood
If you typically reach for fresher, more aquatic blends, such as Riviera perfumes, M&S have got you sorted. Their Salted Haze option is breezy and sun-soaked with its coastal notes of seaweed, pear blossom and fig leaf. These elements are fused with lavender and bergamot for a tranquil heart, before revealing base notes of sandalwood, musk and tonka bean for a sensual finishing touch.
Notes: Plum, tobacco leaf, myrrh
To complete the lineup, it's only right that the high street retailer deliver a rich and complex fragrance for sophisticated scent wearers. Enter, Tonka Tabac. This perfume melds inviting notes of golden tonka bean, tobacco and hazelnut, while infusing juicy berry notes for a warm and expensive-smelling blend. This is furthered by its base of cognac, vanilla and cinnamon that give it that cosy feel.
The entirely unisex range arrives in generously-sized 100ml bottles, each of which will only set you back £22.50. This is unheard of in the world of fragrance, as most designer perfumes of similar size likely boast price tags that creep into three figures.
And make no mistake, you'd never know these perfumes are affordably priced. Crafted by expert perfumers, each fragrance is inspired by contemporary olfactive families for a collection that makes home to something for everyone – from fresh, zesty aromas to warm, musky blends.
Our very own woman&home beauty team got their hands on the scented assortment ahead of the official launch day, in order to share their honest thoughts on each and every one.
After spritzing Ginger Flower, Senior Beauty Editor, Rhiannon Derbyshire says: "I quite like a floral perfume, like a traditional easy floral, but this has got a bit of warmth to it because of the ginger that is really nice."
Sharing her review of the Sheer Musk scent, Beauty Editor, Jess Beech says: “I thought it was going to be very heavy, but […] it’s kind of like a skin scent, it’s really nice.”
Tonka Tabac would be the go-to choice for Digital Beauty Writer, Sennen Prickett, thanks to its warm and comforting, golden amber approach. "I often opt for perfumes with warmer notes, think the likes of tonka bean, cashmere, amber and cedarwood, so this fragrance is right up my street. Its luxe-smelling aroma reminds me of cosier autumn-winter nights; however, it would also make a stellar choice for a sensual evening perfume."
