Abercrombie & Fitch 2017 EDP

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First Instinct for Her

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Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct for Her is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. First Instinct for Her opens with Grapefruit, Magnolia, and Passionfruit, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Amber and Tonka Bean. Abercrombie & Fitch's First Instinct for Her carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A perfectly pleasant amber-floral with a tropical kick that's sadly let down by fleeting performance. It's affordable, mass-appealing, and generally well-liked by those who prefer simple, sweet scents, but don't expect it to last.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sweet
  • Feminine
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Playful
$50.00 at Amazon US 1.0 fl oz (30 ml) · plus sales tax Check prices ↓
First Instinct for Her Eau de Parfum 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
Also Works:
Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Given its light sillage and poor longevity often noted by reviewers, First Instinct for Her is best suited for casual settings or the office where it won't overpower. Its gentle, sweet nature makes it approachable for everyday wear rather than formal events or energetic sport.

Ingredients and allergens

SD ALCOHOL 40-B (ALCOHOL DENAT.), WATER/EAU (AQUA), FRAGRANCE/PARFUM, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, EXT. VIOLET 2 (CI 60730), RED 4 (CI 14700), RED 33 (CI 17200). , CETTE LISTE D'INGR&EACUTE,DIENTS PEUT FAIRE L'OBJET DE MODIFICATIONS, VEUILLEZ CONSULTER L'EMBALLAGE DU PRODUIT ACHET&EACUTE,.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

First Instinct for Her opens with a burst of juicy passionfruit and zesty grapefruit, quickly joined by the creamy, heady scent of magnolia. The heart reveals a delicate floral bouquet of orchid and orange blossom, which then settles into a warm, inviting base of amber and tonka bean, adding a sweet, embracing depth that some describe as honeyed or even cupcake-like.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United States · · checked 26 October

1.0 fl oz (30 ml) 1 offer
Amazon US Prime $49.29/fl oz - $50.00 Buy →
1.7 fl oz (50 ml) 1 offer
Amazon US Prime $32.18/fl oz - $54.40 Buy →

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