First Instinct Abercrombie & Fitch Review – Do You Need It?
First Instinct.
A youthful and attention-grabbing fragrance for men.
Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct was released in 2016. It is based on aquatics, aromatics, and musk. It lasts five hours on the skin with light projection. In this review, I will describe its smell and performance and if it’s worth it.
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What Does First Instinct Smell Like?
The opening is led with a cocktail-like freshness. The initial smell is a blast of semi-sweet melon and fleeting citruses. In the background, gin nuances are also present.
At first, I thought this would be a tropical scent, but after smelling it, it really isn’t. The main emphasis in the opening is semi-sweetness and freshness.
As the scent matures, it maintains its degree of freshness and, in the base, adds a masculine tone. This comes from a duo of musk and suede that fuse with the sweetness. To my nose, it has a very alluring vibe, like a sexy, aquatic sweat in the summer.
For the rest of the wear, it is masculine and musky sweetness.
Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct notes:
TOP NOTES
- Melon
- Tonic Water
- Gin
MID NOTES
- Violet Leaf
- Sichuan Pepper
- Citruses
BASE NOTES
- Musk
- Suede
- Amber
Performance
First instinct lasts five hours on the skin with light projection for most of the wear. It creates a light ambiance around you, becoming a skin scent near the end.
This is exclusively spring and summer wear. It doesn’t have the depth to cut through the cool and cold air. You’ll get five months of wear if you live in a four-season climate.
As for occasions, this is best for casual wear and date. Though the projection is light, this is a very wearable fragrance making it great for these types of situations.
Lastly, mass appeal and likeability are excellent for younger guys. This is an extremely alluring aroma. The tropical sweetness and aquatic combination are an intriguing blend that attracts attention.
Final words
The final burning question is, is Abercrombie and Fitch First Instinct worth it? Depends on who you are. For younger guys, this is a great affordable option. The performance is poor, but it does have a quality and alluring aroma. As for middle-aged guys and older, the scent is too youthful.
If you try Abercrombie and Fitch First Instinct, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments.