Is Marks & Spencer Homme Noir a dupe of Giorgio Armani Armani Code Ultimate?
Armani Code Ultimate EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDT |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2012 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Homme Noir EDT
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
This discontinued gem is lauded as the best Armani Code flanker, hands down. A warm vanilla-gourmand with surprising depth, it's a confident, seductive choice, even if some sniffy reviewers call it generic. It's an undisputed compliment-getter, pure sex in a bottle.
A versatile fragrance that excels in the office and casual settings, blending citrus freshness with deeper spicy and woody tones.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong projection and undeniable sweetness make it a bit much for the office, though some suggest moderation works. It truly excels on dates and for formal evening events due to its sensual, warm character and mature vibe, resonating with its reputation as a 'night out' scent.
Seasons
The mix of citrus and spicy notes makes it suitable for fall and spring. It's less suited for high summer or deep winter, given its moderate intensity and warmth.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and balanced accords make it office-friendly and suitable for casual outings or dates, while less suited for sports environments.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 4 of its 8 notes, including Cedar, Guaiac Wood, Star Anise
Adds bergamot and leather, drops cypress and grapefruit
Where to buy
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Armani Code Ultimate EDP
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