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product_id: 29018875
title: "First Instinct | Eau de Toilette | Men's Fragrance | Fresh, Clean, Pleasant Scent with Notes of Gin & Tonic, Kiwano Melon, Szechuan Pepper, and Sueded Musk | 3.4 oz"
brand: "abercrombie & fitch"
price: "VT16469"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Abercrombie & Fitch"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/29018875-first-instinct-eau-de-toilette-mens-fragrance-fresh-clean-pleasant
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# Kiwano Melon freshness Gin & Tonic top notes Szechuan Pepper spice First Instinct | Eau de Toilette | Men's Fragrance | Fresh, Clean, Pleasant Scent with Notes of Gin & Tonic, Kiwano Melon, Szechuan Pepper, and Sueded Musk | 3.4 oz

**Brand:** abercrombie & fitch
**Price:** VT16469
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍃 Unlock your first instinct—fresh, bold, unforgettable.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** First Instinct | Eau de Toilette | Men's Fragrance | Fresh, Clean, Pleasant Scent with Notes of Gin & Tonic, Kiwano Melon, Szechuan Pepper, and Sueded Musk | 3.4 oz by abercrombie & fitch
- **How much does it cost?** VT16469 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/29018875-first-instinct-eau-de-toilette-mens-fragrance-fresh-clean-pleasant)

## Best For

- abercrombie & fitch enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted abercrombie & fitch brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Affordable Luxury:** Premium fragrance quality at a sub-$40 price point—because you deserve the best without compromise.
- • **Elegant Modern Design:** Clear glass bottle with silver-grey juice and striated silver cap—style that speaks success.
- • **Long-Lasting All-Day Wear:** Enjoy up to 8+ hours of captivating aroma that keeps you confidently fresh.
- • **Versatile Seasonal Appeal:** Perfectly crafted for spring and summer, making every moment feel like a fresh start.
- • **Signature Fresh & Spicy Blend:** A unique fusion of gin & tonic, kiwano melon, and Szechuan pepper for a standout scent.

## Overview

Abercrombie & Fitch First Instinct Eau de Toilette is a modern men's fragrance launched in 2016, blending fresh gin & tonic and kiwano melon top notes with spicy Szechuan pepper and sueded musk base notes. Housed in a sleek, silver-accented bottle, it offers a long-lasting, versatile scent ideal for spring and summer, delivering premium quality at an accessible price.

## Description

Originally introduced in 2016, Abercrombie & Fitch's First Instinct Eau de Toilette has become a well-known and favorite fragrance among discerning men. Designed by perfumer, Phillippe Romano, this scent features top notes of aromatic gin & tonic accord combined with Kiwano melon; middle notes offering spicy Szechuan pepper, airy violet leaves and tangy citrus; and base notes 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.

Review: Summertime Melon scent - This one stays in my summer and spring rotation. Its a fresh melon scent with a little bit of sweetness that rounds it off nicely. This is a crowd pleaser and I really have gotten many compliments wearing this one. Lots of people have never even heard of this and only know fierce when it comes to A&F colognes. This one is sub 40 dollars and smells the same quality as any higher end designer. It smells completely different than any other summer fragrances I own, which I really like to be able to switch it completely up sometimes. This one is for sure blind buy safe and I really cant think of any negatives with this one Scent 9/10 Longevity 8/10 Atomizer 9/10 Best use case: Spring and Summer
Review: Es una aroma increíble - Good 👍😊

## Features

- First Instinct is a modern fragrance that balances fresh elements with oriental warmth. All the notes together, create a scent with worldwide appeal for the Abercrombie & Fitch man
- The clear glass bottle with silver-grey juice has the appearance of undulating water. A silver plate adorns the side of the bottle which is completed by a striated silver cap
- TOP NOTES: Gin & Tonic accord, Kiwano Melon. MIDDLE NOTES: Szechuan Pepper, Violet Leaf, Citrus. BASE NOTES: Sueded musk, Amber
- Perfumer Phillippe Romano (Inter Parfums) has created a new men's fragrance, First Instinct, for American apparel brand Abercrombie & Fitch that launched in 2016
- This is an authentic product backed by its original manufacturer. Packaging for this product may vary from that shown in the image above

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B01FUSFQUU |
| Best Sellers Rank | #34,422 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #137 in Men's Eau de Toilette |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (5,744) |
| Department  | Men's |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | AF16310 |
| Manufacturer  | Abercrombie & Fitch |
| Product Dimensions  | 17.72 x 15.75 x 11.81 inches; 8.82 ounces |
| UPC  | 085715163103 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Abercrombie & Fitch
- **Fragrance Concentration:** Eau de Toilette
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Item Volume:** 3.4 Fluid Ounces
- **Scent:** Citrus,Fresh,Juice

## Images

![First Instinct | Eau de Toilette | Men's Fragrance | Fresh, Clean, Pleasant Scent with Notes of Gin & Tonic, Kiwano Melon, Szechuan Pepper, and Sueded Musk | 3.4 oz - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61KVFwcdGuS.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Summertime Melon scent
*by K***. on March 27, 2025*

This one stays in my summer and spring rotation. Its a fresh melon scent with a little bit of sweetness that rounds it off nicely. This is a crowd pleaser and I really have gotten many compliments wearing this one. Lots of people have never even heard of this and only know fierce when it comes to A&F colognes. This one is sub 40 dollars and smells the same quality as any higher end designer. It smells completely different than any other summer fragrances I own, which I really like to be able to switch it completely up sometimes. This one is for sure blind buy safe and I really cant think of any negatives with this one Scent 9/10 Longevity 8/10 Atomizer 9/10 Best use case: Spring and Summer

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Es una aroma increíble
*by J***O on December 25, 2025*

Good 👍😊

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So many compliments
*by T***N on October 6, 2025*

Such a fresh, refreshing scent in this fragrance. I've received a lot of compliments on this fragrance and would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking for a more affordable high-end scent. Everything from the performance to the color of the bottle is great.

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*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-02-21*