by Miller Harris
Myrica Muse by Miller Harris presents a sweet, fruity floral with a clean, laundry-like freshness that leans heavily toward a feminine, girly aesthetic. The initial burst of strawberry and sparkling citrus notes fades quickly, leaving behind a gauzy middle layer of jasmine, lily of the valley, and soft musk, accompanied by a subtle patchouli and rum undertone. The base settles into a powdery, vanilla-tinged warmth with benzoin and amber, giving it a touch of depth without becoming dense or heavy. While some appreciate its playful, candy-like complexity and the refined gourmand elegance—comparing it to a velvet strawberry in the wild—others find it synthetic, generic, and reminiscent of cheap laundry products. The scent performs moderately, with most noting it lasts around four to five hours, but longevity is inconsistent. The sillage is mostly moderate, rarely strong, and well-suited for daywear, especially in spring and autumn. It’s not particularly distinctive in the wider fragrance landscape, though some find it pleasantly unobtrusive and suitable for everyday wear.