Amalfi LemonOpens with
Pink PepperHeart
VetiverDries down to
Olivier PolgeThe nose · 158 fragrances · also made The One for Men Eau de Parfum (2015)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Salvatore Ferragamo · Sold as masculine
F
The sound of waves against the shore as you walk along the beach, carrying the crisp scent of lemon and pepper with every step.
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FMid-range · $40–100
50%Similar accords, often for lessMidsummer Collection Orange Zest · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares ginger, vetiver and musk8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2011 and crafted by Olivier Polge, F by Ferragamo Free Time is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that masterfully balances freshness with warmth. The composition opens with the bright zing of Amalfi Lemon and Pink Pepper, creating an energetic contrast to the earthy depth provided by Vetiver and Virginia Cedar in the base. This tension between vibrant citrus and woody notes makes F by Ferragamo Free Time feel both invigorating and grounding, a perfect reflection of its name — evoking a sense of freedom and casual elegance.
For best results, apply a light spritz to your pulse points. The citrus notes are bright but fleeting, so the woody base will provide lasting warmth without overpowering. This fragrance is ideal for daytime wear when you want a fresh yet subtle presence.
Fig. 01 — F, Salvatore Ferragamo
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Olivier Polge
Chanel's new chapterOlivier Polge succeeded his father Jacques as the in-house perfumer-creator at Chanel in 2013, becoming only the fourth person to hold this role in the house's history.
“The flowers are never precise. They’re abstract.”
Olivier Polge · AnOther Magazine, September 2017
Designer Salvatore Ferragamo
More from the house · founded 1927 · Italy
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Zara · 2016Zara for Him Cedar WoodShares 4 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 4.29 (45)50%Match
Zara · 2016Zara SandalwoodShares Cardamom, Vetiver and Muskunder $40★ 3.78 (37)48%Match
Zara · 2000Zara Man 2000Shares 4 of its 10 notesunder $40★ 4.58 (38)
With Salvatore Ferragamo Testa di Moro
Adds leather, amber and smoky; shares pink pepper.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 25%, disliked or hated by 10%.