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M&S Studio Fragrances: Every Scent Ranked and Rated
These new M&S Studio fragrances are just £22.50 for 100ml, so I tried all eight. Here’s my ranking, from worst to best.
M&S has quietly launched Studio, a new collection of eight eau de parfums, each priced at just £22.50 for 100ml. That’s an incredibly competitive price point, especially when you consider you can also buy a discovery set containing all eight 2ml samples for just £12.
I spent time wearing every fragrance before ranking them from worst to best.
Overall, the collection leans towards sweet, approachable and slightly gourmand compositions, with a softer, more commercial style rather than bold or niche perfumery.
Personally, I’m not convinced every fragrance will appeal to the Man For Himself community, as several lean more feminine in style, but there are a few genuine standouts that I’d happily recommend.
If you’re curious about the collection, I’d absolutely suggest starting with the discovery set. It’s an affordable way to experience the full range before deciding on a full bottle.
8. M&S Studio Ginger Flower
Key notes: Ginger, Orange Blossom, White Musk
This was my least favourite of the collection. Despite the name, I found very little fresh, spicy ginger here. Instead, it’s a sweet, fruity floral fragrance with a distinctly commercial feel. It’s pleasant enough, but it never really delivers on the promise of the name, and it felt the most feminine-leaning fragrance in the range.
7. M&S Studio Ambre Crème
Key notes: Brown Sugar, Tonka, Amber
Ambre Crème is warm, creamy and comforting, with a soft sweetness that reminded me of chocolate orange sweets. The amber gives it a cosy richness rather than a sparkling brightness. It’s easy to wear, but I found it blended into the collection rather than standing out, and I wanted a little more contrast and depth.
6. M&S Studio Dewy Rose
Key notes: Rose Petals, Oud, Amber
There’s no mistaking this as a rose fragrance, but I expected something fresher and greener from the name. Instead, it’s a sweeter, softer interpretation with a slight synthetic edge. That said, it’s still an enjoyable fragrance, particularly if you prefer modern, easy-going floral scents.
5. M&S Studio Darkest Vanilla
Key notes: Vanilla Bean, Tonka, Amber
Darkest Vanilla offers a richer take on vanilla, moving away from sugary desserts towards something warmer and more caramelised. It still has a gourmand quality, but there’s enough depth to make it feel a little more grown up. I enjoyed wearing it, although I did find the longevity a little disappointing on my skin.
4. M&S Studio Sheer Musk
Key notes: Pink Pepper, Cashmere, Musk
This is exactly what the name suggests: a light, clean skin scent that sits close to the body. The cashmere accord gives it a silky softness, while the musk keeps everything understated and elegant. It’s subtle rather than attention-grabbing, making it an easy everyday fragrance.
3. M&S Studio Vanilla Silk
Key notes: Lemon, Orange Blossom, Vanilla
Vanilla Silk is brighter and fresher than Darkest Vanilla. The citrus and orange blossom lift the vanilla beautifully, making it feel lighter and more suited to spring and summer. It’s one of the easiest fragrances in the collection to wear and a good choice if you enjoy sweeter scents without them becoming too rich.
2. M&S Studio Tonka Tabac
Key notes: Plum, Tobacco Leaf, Myrrh
The juicy plum immediately caught my attention, adding richness and a slightly decadent feel. Despite the name, this is much more about smooth tonka than smoky tobacco, with the myrrh adding warmth and depth. I would have liked a stronger tobacco note, but it’s still one of the most enjoyable fragrances in the range.
1. M&S Studio Salted Haze
Key notes: Pear Blossom, Seaweed, Cedar
Salted Haze was my clear favourite. Bright citrus, airy mineral notes and a subtle fruity character make it incredibly easy to wear. It reminded me slightly of Creed Aventus in overall style, although much lighter and more casual. If you’re only buying one fragrance from the collection, this would be my recommendation, and it’s easily the safest blind buy.
For £22.50 per bottle, I think M&S has done a really impressive job. None of these fragrances smell cheap, and the overall quality is genuinely good for the money.
The collection does share a common DNA. Most of the fragrances lean sweet, soft and approachable, which means they don’t always feel hugely different from one another. If you’re looking for bold, challenging perfumery, this probably isn’t the collection for you.
However, if you want affordable, everyday fragrances that are easy to wear, there’s plenty to enjoy here. My advice would be simple: spend the £12 on the discovery set, find your favourite, and then invest in a full bottle.
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