Abercrombie & Fitch 2016 EDT

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First Instinct

by Philippe Romano

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Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2016, created by Philippe Romano. First Instinct opens with Gin, Lime, and Melon, settles into a heart of Citrus, Violet Leaf, and Sichuan Pepper, and dries down to a base of Suede, Musk, and Amber. Abercrombie & Fitch's First Instinct carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A youthful, tropical cheapie that punches above its weight in scent profile, but you'll be chugging it to get any lasting power. Go easy on the trigger unless you want a melon vape cloud around you.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Youthful
  • Energetic
  • Playful
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First Instinct Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, aquatic, and fruity profile makes it perfect for casual daytime wear, especially in hot weather or at the gym. However, its poor longevity and projection make it unsuitable for formal events and less ideal for office settings where a more subtle scent is preferred.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Imagine a vibrant gin and tonic, brimming with cooling melon and sharp lime, then spiced up with a hint of Sichuan pepper. The initial fresh, aquatic burst mellows into a creamy musk and soft suede base, making it clean yet subtly sensual. It's a sweet, fruity cocktail for your skin.

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