Designer fragrances might be all the rage, but their hefty price tags can make you think twice before splurging. Why break the bank if the aroma is going to vanish by lunchtime? Enter The Essence Vault your go-to for affordable scents that echo those luxe labels without emptying your wallet. They keep it simple: sleek bottles labelled with numbers that hint at the high-end scent they're inspired by.

A quick glance at their website and you'll know exactly which designer perfume you're getting a whiff of. READ MORE: Fragrance fans rush to buy Tom Ford's 'most gorgeous' scent that's now on sale READ MORE: Kayali's 'beautiful' pistachio perfume is now on sale and perfect for warmer weather Bargain alert: prices start from just £4.99.

And if you fancy a deal, snag a bundle . Four 5ml bottles of your choice for only £18.97, reports the Express .

Mix and match perfumes, candles, reed diffusers, and even car scents to your heart's content. Take number 112 (£26), for instance, a nod to Kilian's Love, Don't Be Shy , a celeb-adored scent that usually costs upwards of £220. One happy customer raved, "First time using this perfume, smells amazing!".

Another chimed in, "This one is meant to be the one Rihanna uses, the original is around £300 and this right here...

such a sweet, light and floral smell! Swear by essence, people smell my perfume compared to buying the big names!". They added, "I can smell it on my jackets etc for days, even without use! ! I've bought about seven so far,.