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As one of
Marie Claire's
resident
fragrance
fanatics, allow me to debunk the myth that a high price tag equates to quality. I love a high-end,
luxurious perfume
as much as the next girl, but they don't always earn a gold star in my book just because they are expensive. In fact, I have well over 200 bottles in my
fragrance wardrobe
, yet I turn to my favorite
affordable scents
on a weekly basis.
My line-up of affordable perfumes spans every major fragrance family. For
spring
and
summer
, I go all in on
fruity fragrances
—
Phlur
is behind my all-time favorite
strawberry scent
, and it rings in at $99, for instance. Hot weather means I'm also regularly wearing
fresh
and
musky blends
. My current obsessions hail from
Glossier
,
Cyklar
, and (somewhat surprisingly)
Zara
.
While I can go on about my love of budget-friendly scents, I'll spare you the rant and leave you with my top 10. Each of the
fragrances below smells rich
and bougie, but comes with the unbelievable price tag of $100 and under. I promise they aren't just designer perfumes dressed in
TSA-friendly bottles
, either.
Affordable Sweet Perfumes
My fragrance journey started with all things
sweet-smelling
, so they will always have a special place in my heart.
Vanilla
,
brown sugar
,
marshmallow
—you name a dessert ingredient, and chances are I'm going to love it. My favorites from
Cyklar
and By Rosie Jane, which have reached
TikTok-viral status
, aren't over-the-top saccharine, but will have you smelling good enough to eat.
By Rosie Jane
Dulce Eau De Parfum
If smelling like a bowl of vanilla ice cream (you know the kind with the black specks in it?) is your M.O., then you need Dulce in your life. Rounded out by a dash of chocolate and a deep
woody
base, it's the kind of sweet scent you loved as a kid, but all grown up.
Cyklar
Vanilla Verve Roll-On Perfume Oil
Anything Cyklar touches turns to gold, including
perfume oils
. I can't get enough of this Hailey Bieber-approved scent, which blends vanilla with cardamom, ambrette seed, balsam, and amber into an ultra cozy, sophisticated, and warm fragrance.
Affordable Fruity Perfumes
Every year when temperatures start to rise, I start craving
summery fruity scents
. The bright and juicy blends instantly awaken my senses and leave me with a fresh dose of nostalgia. There's an affordable fragrance for every fruit you can think of, but I've personally been on a strawberry and
citrus
kick.
Phlur
Strawberry Letter
You may think of strawberry fragrances as too kiddie, but this Phlur blend will prove you wrong. With soft
florals
, plum nectar, and a warm, woody base, this strawberry scent is equal parts juicy and addicting.
The 7 Virtues
Clementine Dream Eau De Parfum
Growing up, I also got a Dreamsicle from the ice cream truck, so naturally, I'm a big fan of this scent. It opens with a zesty burst of clementines that is so
fresh
and authentic, your mouth may begin to water. A sweet vanilla base makes this fragrance even more delectable.
Affordable Fresh Perfumes
When it's sweltering, and I can't stand the thought of wearing something sickly sweet,
fresh-smelling perfumes
are my go-to. Blends with subtle florals, citrus, and musk are light and airy enough not to induce headaches in hot temperatures. Some scents even give a "clean" feeling, which I love for when I'm breaking a sweat at the
gym
.
Zara
Fashionably London EDP
Don't sleep on
Zara
for affordable fragrances. One of the brand's most popular scents (and my personal favorite) is Fashionably London. Made in collaboration with the founder of
Jo Malone London
, this fragrance leans
unisex
and combines rose, bergamot, and musk into a fresh scent you can wear anytime or anywhere.
NOYZ
Rinse Cycle Eau De Parfum
Nothing beats the scent of
just-washed laundry
, but this fragrance comes pretty close. It uses a combination of fruity notes like
pear
and lemon, along with musks to replicate that laundry freshness. It also has a brightness that makes it especially great in
layering combos
.
Affordable Musk Perfumes
Musk perfumes
are undeniably sexy. They have a skin-like quality that can read as warm, sensual,
woody
, or sometimes powdery. They play especially well with other fragrances, too, so if you're a layering pro, the two
skin-enhancing scents
below are must-haves.
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