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Basic Instinct by Van Gils — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Van Gils· 2002· Eau de Toilette

Basic Instinct

Name: Basic Instinct by Van Gils
Brand: Van Gils
Rating: 7 (11 reviews)

7.011

Opens on blackcurrant, settles into a amber-fresh base. Best in spring, made for daily wear.

FreshAquaticFruityCitrusFloral

Perfumer: Pierre Bourdon

Scent profile

Top notes

BlackcurrantMelonPineappleLavenderNutmeg

Heart notes

JasmineOrange blossomViolet

Base notes

AmberOakmoss

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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When to wear it

A spring and summer fragrance that wears easiest in daylight — at its best for everyday wear.

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

59%

Spring

100%

Summer

100%

Fall

77%

Day

100%

Night

71%

Where

Office

88%

Casual

100%

Date

86%

Club

61%

Formal

76%

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