If you like smelling expensive but you’re on a budget, I tested Quince perfumes and broke down exactly what you need to know—what they smell like, who they’re for, and which ones are actually worth it. Quince sent me six scents, and I was honestly surprised by how high-end they smell for $50 (50 ml). I go through each fragrance’s notes, the vibe it gives, what it reminds me of, and how it performs on my skin. Minerale fully caught me off guard because I’m usually a gourmand vanilla girl, but it’s fresh, salty, beachy, and gives that “your skin but better” aquatic energy—plus it lasted 7–8 hours on me. Oud Rouge was my top pick because it scratches that Baccarat Rouge 540 itch with saffron, sweetness, and woods. Jasmine Nuit and Amber Noir are my “going out/date night” options, with Amber Noir being the richer, darker one (I swear I get a coffee vibe even though it’s not listed). I also keep it real about Les Cerises: it’s a beautifully done cherry-almond scent, but cherry just isn’t my note—so it’s last in my ranking.