Abercrombie-Fitch

First Instinct

for men

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First Instinct

Fragrance notes

How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).

Ozonic 100%
Aquatic 87%
Aromatic 72%
Musky 68%
Fresh 66%
Citrus 62%
Fresh Spicy 56%
Herbal 55%
Powdery 53%
Woody 52%

Performance

Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Ozonic, Aquatic, and Aromatic) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.

Longevity

With Ozonic, Aquatic, Aromatic, and Musky among the strongest accord tags here, brighter, lighter families in this mix often fade sooner; reapply or keep a travel size if you want all-day presence.

Projection

With Ozonic, Aquatic, Aromatic, and Musky among the strongest accord tags here, lighter profiles usually hug the skin; you can layer sprays to push without filling a whole room.

Overview

First InstinctbyAbercrombie & Fitchis a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men.First Instinctwas launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Phillippe Romano. Top notes are Melon, Tonic Water and Gin; middle notes are Violet Leaf, Sichuan Pepper and Citruses; base notes are Musk, Suede and Amber.Perfumer Phillippe Romano (Inter Parfums) has created a new men's fragrance, First Instinct, for American apparel brand Abercrombie & Fitch that will launch in 2016.First Instinct perfumer, Phillippe Romano, said: “I wanted to create a modern fragrance that balances both the fresh elements of fougère with oriental warmth. All the notes together, create a scent with worldwide appeal for the Abercrombie & Fitch man and beyond.” First Instinct, an oriental fougère, is intended for “the confident man who is not afraid to express his feelings.”op notes include an aromatic gin & tonic accord combined with Kiwano melon.Middle notes offer spicy Szechuan pepper, airy violet leaves and tangy citrus.The basenotes are comprised of sueded musk with raw amber.The clear glass bottle with silver-grey juice has the appearance of undulating water. A silver plate displaying the brand and fragrance names adorns the side of the bottle which is completed by a striated silver cap.

Quick answers

Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.

Is First Instinct office-safe?
Fresher, lighter profiles often feel easy in conservative offices at one spray.
Best season
Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
Where to try it
Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.