Acquired

Giorgio Armani 2012 EDP

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Armani Code Ultimate

by Antoine Maisondieu

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Giorgio Armani Armani Code Ultimate is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Antoine Maisondieu. Armani Code Ultimate opens with Grapefruit, Mandarin, and Star Anise, settles into a heart of Olive Tree, Cedar, Cypress, and Heliotrope, and dries down to a base of Guaiac Wood, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Giorgio Armani's Armani Code Ultimate carries an Acquired verdict, a vanilla-led wear.

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.
  • Bold
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
Armani Code Ultimate Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

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.

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About

Opens with a fleeting zest of grapefruit and mandarin, quickly diving into an aromatic heart where star anise adds a soft spicy intrigue. Woody notes of cypress and cedar provide a masculine structure, cushioned by a heliotrope-infused powdery sweetness. The dry-down is pure indulgence, a thick, creamy blend of tonka bean and vanilla, warmed by guaiac wood for a lasting, inviting embrace.