Abercrombie & Fitch 2019 EDP

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First Instinct Sheer

by Jean-Marc Chaillan , Céline Barel

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Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct Sheer is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Jean-Marc Chaillan and Céline Barel. First Instinct Sheer opens with Fresh Notes, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Hibiscus, Orange Blossom, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, and Amber. Abercrombie & Fitch's First Instinct Sheer carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive scent for sure. It's either a sun-drenched, white floral clean girl vibe recalling Y2K summers, or a chemical floral mess that smells like grandma's attic. If you like orange blossom and don't mind a 'sunscreen' accord, you might just love it.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Warm
  • Modern
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First Instinct Sheer Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Fresh Notes39%
Bergamot37%
Pink Pepper24%
Heartas listed
Orange Blossom47%
Lily of the Valley28%
Hibiscus25%
Baseas listed
Musk37%
Amber32%
Woody Notes31%

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:
Office Casual Sport

Its sheer, clean character and moderate performance make it an excellent choice for casual wear and the office, where it won't overpower. The summery, beachy vibe doesn't quite fit formal events, and while fresh, its 'lotion' quality keeps it from being a top pick for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

SD ALCOHOL 40-B (ALCOHOL DENAT.), WATER/EAU (AQUA), FRAGRANCE/PARFUM, BUTYLMETHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOCYCINNAMATE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BENZYL SALICYLATE, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, COUMARIN, GERANIOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, RED 4 (C1 14700), YELLOW (CI 191940)

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

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

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

Opening with a fresh hit of bergamot and a hint of pink pepper, this scent quickly moves into a heart dominated by luminous orange blossom, supported by sweet lily of the valley and a touch of hibiscus. The base settles into a soft, sheer musk intertwined with warm amber and subtle woody notes, giving it that characteristic 'sunscreen' creaminess.

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