Salvatore Ferragamo 2009 EDP

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F by Ferragamo Black

by Olivier Polge

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Salvatore Ferragamo F by Ferragamo Black is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Olivier Polge. F by Ferragamo Black opens with Lavender and Apple, settles into a heart of Pepper and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean and Labdanum. Salvatore Ferragamo's F by Ferragamo Black carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh spicy-led wear.

This one's a mixed bag, to be fair. Widely available and affordable, it's either a versatile, clean-spicy winner or a powder bomb that'll have you smelling like baby wipes. There's no middle ground with F Black.
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Modern
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
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F by Ferragamo Black Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Fresh Spicy
100%
Lavender
88%
Aromatic
87%
Amber
68%
Vanilla
60%
Warm Spicy
58%

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Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and clean, slightly spicy accords make it suitable for office wear, especially during cooler months. The warm, inviting dry-down lends itself well to date nights, but some caution is needed as some find it too powdery for formal settings. It's too heavy for sports or hot weather.

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About

F Black opens with a brisk, slightly tart apple note blended with a clean burst of lavender. This quickly gives way to a vibrant heart of black pepper and a hint of earthy coriander, adding a sophisticated edge. The dry-down is smooth and lingering, with warm tonka bean providing a creamy, sweet powderiness, backed by the subtle, resinous depth of labdanum. It's a modern aromatic-spicy blend that walks the line between freshness and warmth.

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