TA-02 Mel Habitado by K-R-V-A

TA-02 Mel Habitado: K-R-V-A’s New Oriental Woody Fragrance

K-R-V-A has introduced TA-02 Mel Habitado, an oriental woody fragrance created by perfumer José Zay. Released in 2026, it’s a men’s and women’s scent that pairs the richness of honey with the depth of oud.

The fragrance opens with earthy, fruity, and green notes. Its heart blends propolis, beeswax, animalic notes, smoke, and honey, while the base rests on oud, labdanum, vetiver, musk, and amber.

TA-02 Mel Habitado sits squarely in the oriental woody family, a space where resinous warmth collides with the rawness of wood. The opening is a curious mix of damp earth, greenery, and a soft fruitiness that keeps things interesting from the first spray.

The heart is where the perfume finds its voice. Propolis and beeswax bring a dense, honeyed sweetness, while animalic notes and smoke add a darker, almost primal edge. It feels both comforting and unsettling in the best way.

At the base, oud takes charge with its characteristic smokiness, supported by labdanum, vetiver, musk, and amber. The drydown is woody and balsamic, with a substantial presence.

The accords chosen by the house—animalic, earthy, musky, beeswax, smoky, woody, honeyed, fruity, oud, and amber—paint a bold picture. This is not a shy perfume. It demands attention and rewards confidence.

Perfumer José Zay has crafted a balancing act between the sweetness of propolis and the harshness of smoke, between the terrestrial and the fruity. It’s a multi-layered composition that reveals something new with each wearing.

This scent is for those who love intense, moody orientals with plenty of texture. Fans of honeyed, smoky, and oud-forward fragrances will feel right at home, especially if they prefer scents that work best in cooler weather or for evening wear.

TA-02 Mel Habitado is a distinctive, enveloping creation that leaves a lasting impression. If you’re drawn to the combination of honey, smoke, and wood, this new release from K-R-V-A deserves a spot on your testing list.