Megumi Ayala Moriel

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2012
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Fall, Winter
Best Season
Evening, Special Occasion
Best For

Fragrance Story

Megumi by Ayala Moriel is a Chypre Fruity fragrance for women. The nose behind this fragrance is Ayala Moriel.

Composition Profile

earthy 100%
mossy 85%
oud 70%
woody 60%
fruity 50%
citrus 40%
rose 35%
aromatic 30%
lactonic 25%
powdery 20%

About the Perfumer

Ayala Moriel

Ayala Moriel

Ayala Moriel is an independent perfumer and natural fragrance specialist based in Vancouver, Canada. Her olfactory style emphasizes botanical ingredients and complex, evocative compositions that often draw from nature, art, and cultural traditions. Notable creations from her catalog include the resinous and woody <3, the dark and licorice-forward Black Licorice, and the seasonal, earthy Autumn. Her work has helped define the modern natural perfumery movement, inspiring a deeper appreciation for plant-based scent artistry.

Fragrance Notes

All Notes

Complete scent profile

Apricot Apricot
oak moss oak moss
Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
Vetyver Vetyver
Mandarin Orange Mandarin Orange
Tincture of Rose Tincture of Rose
Jasmine Jasmine
Pepper Pepper

Character Profile

The Mystic Archetype: Portrait of Megumi Ayala Moriel

Essence

Megumi embodies the Mystic archetype, a seeker of hidden truths and earthly wisdom. The fragrance's chypre fruity structure, with its apricot and oud, suggests a duality-both grounded and transcendent. They move through life with quiet intensity, drawn to the liminal spaces where nature and spirit intertwine.

Style & Aesthetic

Their wardrobe leans toward organic textures-linen, raw silk, and hand-dyed wool. Earthy tones dominate, punctuated by the occasional deep burgundy or mossy green. They favor jewelry with rough-hewn stones, each piece chosen for its energy as much as its beauty.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the sacredness of decay, seeing beauty in the cyclical nature of life. The oak moss and vetiver in Megumi mirror this philosophy-earthy, resilient, and quietly transformative. Ritual grounds them, whether it's brewing tea or walking barefoot at dawn.

Relationships

They attract deep connections but guard their solitude fiercely. Romantic partners must understand their need for silence and space. Friendships are few but lifelong, often with fellow seekers who share their reverence for the unseen.

Lifestyle

Their home is a sanctuary filled with dried herbs, well-worn books, and handmade ceramics. Mornings begin with meditation; evenings might involve studying herbalism or writing in a journal. Travel is always purposeful-pilgrimages to ancient forests or desert ruins.

Shadow

Their introspection can tip into isolation. The lactonic powdery notes hint at a tenderness they sometimes hide too well. Learning to trust others with their vulnerability remains a lifelong lesson.

Conclusion

Megumi is for those who find magic in the mundane, who wear their solitude like a second skin. It’s a fragrance for walking alone through misty woods, certain that every step is part of a larger mystery.