Giorgio Armani 2023 Parfum

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Armani Code Elixir

by Antoine Maisondieu

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Giorgio Armani Armani Code Elixir is a Parfum launched in 2023, created by Antoine Maisondieu. Armani Code Elixir opens with Mandarin, settles into a heart of Liquor and Leather, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean. Giorgio Armani's Armani Code Elixir carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A magnetic, ambery leather powerhouse with plush sweetness and smoky warmth - the most opulent, seductive Code yet. Not for the timid, Elixir is darkly addictive and perfect for making a statement on cold nights.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
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Armani Code Elixir Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mandarin100%
Heartas listed
Leather55%
Liquor45%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean100%

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
Beast (10+h)
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

With its opulent amber, thick leather, and sweet roasted tonka, Elixir excels in cold weather, where its warmth and boldness shine. It's too dense for hot summer days but can work in spring evenings and is perfect for autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its assertive projection and sensual, leathery amber character make Elixir best for dates and formal events where you want to stand out. It's too bold and rich for the office or sports, but can work for upscale casual nights.

Declarable allergens

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In standard patch-test panels

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About

Armani Code Elixir envelops you in a dense, luxurious cloud of roasted tonka bean, smoky leather, and creamy amber, cut by a zesty burst of green mandarin. Its heart pulses with a boozy liquor note, deepened by resinous woods and subtle vanilla, creating an aura that is both inviting and undeniably assertive. The scent is rich and layered, with a lingering trail that feels plush, mysterious, and powerfully masculine. Ideal for those who crave depth and drama in their fragrance.

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