Giorgio Armani 2019 EDP

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Armani Code Absolu

by Antoine Maisondieu

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Giorgio Armani Armani Code Absolu is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Antoine Maisondieu. Armani Code Absolu opens with Mandarin and Apple, settles into a heart of Carrot Seeds, Orange Blossom, and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Suede, Woody Notes, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Giorgio Armani's Armani Code Absolu carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This discontinued gem is a creamy vanilla bomb, adored by many for its seductive warmth and crowd-pleasing charm. While some found it generic or too sweet, its strong performance and rich blend have made it a lamented masterpiece for others. A perfect choice for cooler nights out.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Cozy
Armani Code Absolu Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Baseas listed
Woody Notes18%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and long-lasting, sweet, and powdery accords make it too heavy for office or sport. However, its seductive warmth is perfectly suited for date nights and formal evening events, with some versatility for casual use in cooler weather.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a sweet kiss of apple and mandarin, then quickly transitions to a warm, inviting heart of nutmeg, delicate orange blossom, and a surprising hint of carrot seeds. The dry-down is utterly swoon-worthy, a rich blanket of creamy vanilla and tonka bean, softened by luxurious suede and deep woody notes. It's a smooth, alluring scent that balances sweetness with sophisticated depth.

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