Armani Code for Women (for women)
Designer: Giorgio Armani Olfactive Group: Floral
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Armani Code was introduced to women in the spring of 2006. It is based on harmony between orange blossom, fresh spicy notes of ginger and warm sandalwood. A luminous opening captures the essence of two different oranges - bitter orange from Africa and sweet Italian orange. In the heart of the composition Tunisian orange blossom absolute makes a magical floral fantasy in alliance with jasmine Sambac. Its sensual trail brings a sweet unity of orange blossom, vanilla and a drop of honey.
The noses behind this fragrance are Carlos Benaim, Dominique Ropion and Olivier Polge.
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must agree with Adriana it is a refreshing frag great for a summer wear and also agree with it being a lil mysterious
Its not innocent this would be my prescription for a dirty summer wear
Its not innocent this would be my prescription for a dirty summer wear
07/04/09 22:55:35
One of my favourites,i have no problem wearing it all the time.Its so sexy,strong and makes you feel confident.On me it smells kinda clean too.I prefer the edp.Just love love it,thank you armani!
06/28/09 06:32:55
yeah, I think Malegria is right !!
I got the same impression: The top & middle notes are AMAZING, they are what make this perfume so sexy, mysterious & really unique.
However, when those fade, the drydown is very usual..
I really like the perfume though, not only for the bottle but for the first 30-45 minutes after I wear it.
I got the same impression: The top & middle notes are AMAZING, they are what make this perfume so sexy, mysterious & really unique.
However, when those fade, the drydown is very usual..
I really like the perfume though, not only for the bottle but for the first 30-45 minutes after I wear it.
06/18/09 07:22:16
When it was launched, I smelled the scented page of a magazine and dismissed it. In the same magazine was a sample of Euphoria and it seemed much more interesting to me...I remember telling a friend - that`s Armani? this boring frag?!!! Now, 3 years later, I think I may have overlooked something in this scent.
Armani code is about jasmine, thank God that it softens up the ample amount of orange blossom...I definitely feel woodsy notes and honey, but really - it`s all about warm sensuality of jasmine!Starry night and the tiny white flower stars...
But the base is a disappointment. It is plain and boring. The more time passes, the worse for the fragrance. May be it is only my skin, so try it before you by it!
The bottle is gorgeous though and I could buy it for the bottle only...
Armani code is about jasmine, thank God that it softens up the ample amount of orange blossom...I definitely feel woodsy notes and honey, but really - it`s all about warm sensuality of jasmine!Starry night and the tiny white flower stars...
But the base is a disappointment. It is plain and boring. The more time passes, the worse for the fragrance. May be it is only my skin, so try it before you by it!
The bottle is gorgeous though and I could buy it for the bottle only...
06/16/09 22:18:14
This fragrance is so sweet on me, it ends up smelling like some kind of orange sherbet or candy. Must be the vanilla and honey that give it that sickly sweet scent. The juice inside doesn't seem to match with the bottle. The bottle evokes dark, gothic feelings while the actual scent is more suited for a teenybopper, in my opinion. I'm not getting sexy seductress from this at all, more like a young girl who wants to pretend to be grown up but is in reality, still 13 years old and wearing pigtails, sucking on an orange lollipop.
06/16/09 08:08:32
Code- that's how orange flower smells in my opinion.
At first it may appear citrusy, but later it smells like citrus flower- jasmine (right now is the time when jasmine in my country started to bloom and peony as well) combines with citruses very well and nice. It seems sweet, but isn't too much- nice blend of... rainy day perfume. I don't know why, but when I tried the Sheer version it was raining and I was in my wet t-shirt opened to cold and nasty rain. I sprayed it and when I got on the bus I wondered what smelled so very good- it was Code Sheer. While Code Sheer is really Sheer, I decided to try edp and really I should do this when it's cold and rainy in my opinion- this is the time when it shows all the beauty it got and comforts and warms you all day, because of great sillage. So I think I should get one of those sometime. I think it'll be Sheer.
At first it may appear citrusy, but later it smells like citrus flower- jasmine (right now is the time when jasmine in my country started to bloom and peony as well) combines with citruses very well and nice. It seems sweet, but isn't too much- nice blend of... rainy day perfume. I don't know why, but when I tried the Sheer version it was raining and I was in my wet t-shirt opened to cold and nasty rain. I sprayed it and when I got on the bus I wondered what smelled so very good- it was Code Sheer. While Code Sheer is really Sheer, I decided to try edp and really I should do this when it's cold and rainy in my opinion- this is the time when it shows all the beauty it got and comforts and warms you all day, because of great sillage. So I think I should get one of those sometime. I think it'll be Sheer.
06/16/09 06:28:35
I am so in love with "Armani Code" by Giorgio Armani. It's rather seductive and kind of difficult to explain. It doesn't smell like any other perfume that I've worn or own, and that's a plus in my book. It's an excitingly, sweet little mystery. There's a double dose of jasmine which mixes great with my body chemistry and then there's the yummy honey and vanilla. Man, Am I a sucker for honey! Armani Code is sweet, savory and delicious and utterly sexy. It's floral, but not as much floral as it is sweet. Armani Code isn't in your face sexy or smoldering sexy. It's mysterious sexy, becuase its succulent aroma will puzzle and entrance you at the same time, making others wonder what you're wearing. This modern fragrance is perfect for intimate, autumn nights.
06/04/09 16:09:07
People love this, I don't. It's a barely pleasant mess of smells that actually smells perfumey and glamour, very in the line of Hypnose and the alikes.
05/19/09 07:52:56
Strange... I love this in the cold Winter months. Strong, warmth and uplifting during the dark Winter days. Just tried it again today in the warm Spring air I got a headache in instant, got really strong in hot car during driving. Not recommended for Warm days! Still will wear it in cold season.
05/19/09 06:34:47
like it... but not too special to be loved. the floral is dominant, plus some fresh oranges.
i think it's not a seductive fragrance at all.. because i find it fresh & awakening. it is more suitable for daily activities.
i think it's not a seductive fragrance at all.. because i find it fresh & awakening. it is more suitable for daily activities.
05/04/09 08:03:40
This is my choice fragrance for nights , special dinners, weddings and the special date!
I fell in love with hubs' Armani Code when he first bought & used it. Sexy, mysterious, and a touch of romance! At that time, they have yet to release Armani Code for Women but I told him that I will get the ladies' version once it comes out. I was not disappointed at all!
I fell in love with hubs' Armani Code when he first bought & used it. Sexy, mysterious, and a touch of romance! At that time, they have yet to release Armani Code for Women but I told him that I will get the ladies' version once it comes out. I was not disappointed at all!
04/24/09 00:34:18
i just love this fragrance! It has something what makes me feel confident, strong, optimistic.. the scent is very seductive, mysterious and sexy. I'm gona buy another bottle after finishing the one i have now for sure :)
04/23/09 06:36:51
Sexy, sweet and charming scent!. Perfect for night and special moments, I feel very femenine with this perfume. Smells like honey with delicious fruits, lovely!
04/21/09 08:32:38
mmmmmmm love it! the dry-down is soooooooo sexy and seductive, everytime i wear this i get compliments. perfect for summer :) it really lasts too which is just wonderful!
04/13/09 13:20:25
My problem with ARMANI CODE is that the floral notes are far too strong.
I adore the spicy fruits & the woody base. But the combined florals never fail to give me a headache.
Despite the listed notes, ARMANI CODE isn’t a sweet fragrance.
The staying power of ARMANI CODE is great & the bottle is lovely. If only
I weren’t so scent sensitive, I’d have found a winner.
I adore the spicy fruits & the woody base. But the combined florals never fail to give me a headache.
Despite the listed notes, ARMANI CODE isn’t a sweet fragrance.
The staying power of ARMANI CODE is great & the bottle is lovely. If only
I weren’t so scent sensitive, I’d have found a winner.
03/26/09 17:04:14
This fragrance will always be one of my favorites.
03/24/09 12:30:21
E expected so much from this fragrance.Unfortunately,it didn't fulfill even half of my expectations,it smells horrible and cheap on me.
Too bad...
Too bad...
03/14/09 15:02:03
smells like yummy Christmas pudding on my skin lol
03/14/09 14:25:48
i just started wearing it and so far so good, it makes me feel confident.
03/08/09 11:24:07
This smells like Christian Dior Addict I love it. Perfect for the office
03/07/09 07:59:15
I love it! It reminds me of some other fragrances, but that's fine, cause i love them all with these seductive low dark notes. Jasmin, orange, vanilla and a hint of honey made a gorgeous composition!
03/02/09 12:44:34
very strong, sensual, seductive and mysterious. it's an evening perfume. and sooooooooooo long lasting...
02/26/09 06:10:55
Fresh and awaking to be wore in day; comfortable, generous, sensual and sexy at night. Definitely perks me up in the morning if i spritz on this. But the down side, it doesn't last on me.
02/23/09 18:05:14
this is one of my really favorite scents, i love it not so much as i love Alien by T.M. but it is nice and i recommend it to those who love jasmine like me.......
02/19/09 05:36:14
ARMANI CODE is the absolute feminine code of seduction. Be glamorous, be elegant and be seductive with the fresh, floral and orienal new fragrance.
It is a floral scent that opens with bitter orange, italian orange and jasmine. Then blending into orange blossom and finishing off with vanilla and honey
It is a floral scent that opens with bitter orange, italian orange and jasmine. Then blending into orange blossom and finishing off with vanilla and honey
02/18/09 00:53:28
Spicy,oriental,warm,emotional,musky-vanilly,sexy...not so floral! Reminds me Hypnose and Ange ou Démon, but much better on my skin!
02/16/09 15:04:36
Yes, I cant smell noting fresh or natural inside this fragrance :( ... On me, its synthetic honey, withered jasmine... rancid. Disliking
02/16/09 06:50:20
This is horrid on me. Before wearing this, I never understood why people described certain scents as "bug spray", but that is what Code smells like on me! I actually had people say they could smell bug spray in the air and wrinkle their noses. I'm sure this can smell ok on some people, but on me it's just awful.
02/07/09 11:44:11
This is a sweet yummy fragrance. A warm honey vanilla musk, with the fruitier opening. It scents the skin deliciously, but also reminded me alot of both Valentino V, and Hugo Boss Deep Red, and so didn't strike me as very distinct or memorable.
01/25/09 23:29:30
Tried this on the recommendation of a friend but washed it off after half an hour as it was making m stomach drop into nausea.
I couldn't smell anything I like the 'real' smell of (ginger, orange...) just a similar stomach churning mid note similar to Prada. Another ugh in my books. Modern rubbish. I will have to wash the dress I was wearing when I tried it as I believe that the staying power probably is good. Like plastic.
I couldn't smell anything I like the 'real' smell of (ginger, orange...) just a similar stomach churning mid note similar to Prada. Another ugh in my books. Modern rubbish. I will have to wash the dress I was wearing when I tried it as I believe that the staying power probably is good. Like plastic.
01/23/09 22:23:11
I totally love this!
It's my favorite! (so is Ange ou démon)
But I use it only at night, mostly at those when we want to rock! It makes me feel very special and sexy =)
It's my favorite! (so is Ange ou démon)
But I use it only at night, mostly at those when we want to rock! It makes me feel very special and sexy =)
01/22/09 19:25:05
This could be a pleasant citrus- white flowers scent... a good choice for nights or for any formal business dinner... or something like that; because its feminine and catching... Maybe in others women...
On my skin, this have something really penetrating for my nose, that i cant support at the beginning :s For me its like an acrimonious honey???... Something a bit rancid :I Something like a bitter dry orange (that i dislikes)
After a while is more soft, and the rancid smell almost disappearing... but its nothing really special yet.
That beginning note its a good reason for not want to buy it...
On my skin, this have something really penetrating for my nose, that i cant support at the beginning :s For me its like an acrimonious honey???... Something a bit rancid :I Something like a bitter dry orange (that i dislikes)
After a while is more soft, and the rancid smell almost disappearing... but its nothing really special yet.
That beginning note its a good reason for not want to buy it...
01/14/09 09:01:02
I bought this back in 2006 when it first came out and I still have about a little less than half a bottle. This isn't one that I can wear daily, or even weekly, as I have to be in the right mood for it.
I find the opening to be very harsh to my nose due to the ginger and oranges, but that only lasts a few minutes.
The heart of this fragrance, IMO, is the best part...subtle, sweet, sultry, and musky all at once. I've found that I usually don't like fragrances with orange blossom notes, but this one is an exception. I think the jasmine & sandalwood are a great combination to tame the citrus of orange absolute.
The dry-down is very powdery...which I usually wouldn't like, but I can still smell the jasmine throughout, which makes it worthwhile. A strange fragrance with a beautiful bottle that I doubt I will purchase again.
I find the opening to be very harsh to my nose due to the ginger and oranges, but that only lasts a few minutes.
The heart of this fragrance, IMO, is the best part...subtle, sweet, sultry, and musky all at once. I've found that I usually don't like fragrances with orange blossom notes, but this one is an exception. I think the jasmine & sandalwood are a great combination to tame the citrus of orange absolute.
The dry-down is very powdery...which I usually wouldn't like, but I can still smell the jasmine throughout, which makes it worthwhile. A strange fragrance with a beautiful bottle that I doubt I will purchase again.
01/08/09 07:40:57
I'm very surprised to find in the notes of this fragrance anything else than citruses and ginger. It smelled just nice , a little strange lemon, and ginger was responsible for 'weirdness' of lemon, not popping out too obviously into the face.
With the bottle and name it was the same story, because I expected the fragrance to be a different, a little be more mysterious and perhaps complex..and this one is quite plain and flat citruses with ginger undertones. nothing seductive or intriguing in my opinion
With the bottle and name it was the same story, because I expected the fragrance to be a different, a little be more mysterious and perhaps complex..and this one is quite plain and flat citruses with ginger undertones. nothing seductive or intriguing in my opinion
01/05/09 08:48:47
This is my latest discovery! The opening is very impresive, citrusy and spicy, with a hint of flower. After a while it transforms into orange bloom, and a hint of vanilla and honey starts to appear. The drydown is very warm and sensual, I totally love it. It's more vanilla with almonds and honey. My favorite every day winter scent.
I'd like to test the elixir too!
I'd like to test the elixir too!
12/29/08 13:18:40
This to me represents the timeless art of seduction....a certain code that you have to oblige...to act by!Love as a form of batlle!
The begining is bitter even arctic...just like a woman studing the oponent,analizing...strategizing...all that citric acidic acord fades away very soon after the first spray...making room for the seductive part of the fragrance to develop.This is where the jasmin takes center stage, to shine in all it's glory....the base notes and sensuality and mistery to the entire composition.A rich honney dripping adding texture to the simple but strong floral bouquet!
A seductress in all her glory would ooze confidence from this fragrance!!
I'm already captivated and intrigued by it!!
The begining is bitter even arctic...just like a woman studing the oponent,analizing...strategizing...all that citric acidic acord fades away very soon after the first spray...making room for the seductive part of the fragrance to develop.This is where the jasmin takes center stage, to shine in all it's glory....the base notes and sensuality and mistery to the entire composition.A rich honney dripping adding texture to the simple but strong floral bouquet!
A seductress in all her glory would ooze confidence from this fragrance!!
I'm already captivated and intrigued by it!!
12/19/08 08:25:44
Very warm and sexy but not for me. It gives me headache, but I dont know why. Maybe because of the strong vanilla.
12/07/08 13:00:47
Mmm. My boyfriend bought me this recently as a treat. I have always loved it on myself, and now I'm not so sure.
Oh, don't get me wrong, it's still lovely, and the top notes don't smell like anything else in combination - orange and ginger and jasmine, a bright pizazz at the start, which becomes deeper as the jasmine develops. Eventually (Code holds really well with top notes and mid notes hanging on in there for hours on me) there's a gentle vanilla/sandalwood trail, not original but charming; the cool seductress has a warm heart. This is classy enough to wear to the office, and bold enough to wear out.
But twice now I have put it on and both times I've had a headache. I have an awful feeling this perfume doesn't agree with me any more and I've barely opened it. Now what do I do?
Oh, don't get me wrong, it's still lovely, and the top notes don't smell like anything else in combination - orange and ginger and jasmine, a bright pizazz at the start, which becomes deeper as the jasmine develops. Eventually (Code holds really well with top notes and mid notes hanging on in there for hours on me) there's a gentle vanilla/sandalwood trail, not original but charming; the cool seductress has a warm heart. This is classy enough to wear to the office, and bold enough to wear out.
But twice now I have put it on and both times I've had a headache. I have an awful feeling this perfume doesn't agree with me any more and I've barely opened it. Now what do I do?
12/07/08 12:13:41
i love it, i love it, i love it!
sooo sexy, so intriguing, so mysterious.. :) i'm always in the center of attention, when i wear this perfume :) and i get a lot of compliments.. :)
sooo sexy, so intriguing, so mysterious.. :) i'm always in the center of attention, when i wear this perfume :) and i get a lot of compliments.. :)
12/06/08 10:54:45
To me it's really sweet, seductive and sexy. I love the color and design of the bottle also. I really smell the orange and honey and later the jasmine and vanilla come creeping in. It's so sexy and mysterious and one of my new favorites.
11/14/08 04:35:26
i wish giorgio s fragrances to be as faboulous as his creation of cloths.this perfume is nice but i wouldn t buy or wear it ,at least not in special ocasions...but the bottle and the add are nice.
UPDATE:i just bought a bottle of armani code and i m very satisfied about it,smells great....intoxicating as i like.before i made the mistake to try it on a paper but today i tried it on my skin and smells delicious sweet floral.it s a scent for a sexy evening!
UPDATE:i just bought a bottle of armani code and i m very satisfied about it,smells great....intoxicating as i like.before i made the mistake to try it on a paper but today i tried it on my skin and smells delicious sweet floral.it s a scent for a sexy evening!
11/10/08 10:15:58
I like this fragrance a lot. It smells very woodsy and a bit sexy. It is a bit youthful too, but in a way where it can still be taken seriously. I smell a lot of vanilla and something like licorice. I am a fan of gourmands, so I was instantly drawn to this fragrance. It can be worn during the day or at night, but I would imagine it would be a nice fragrance to wear on a date.
11/10/08 07:57:33
It smells interesting at the beginning when you firt spray it on, very fresh and floral. But as it dries, it becomes worst and worst! Maybe it's just my skin chemistry but I hate it's dried out sweetness.
11/05/08 23:38:47
Armani brought Sexy Back with this one!! I like it alot. Suprised so much orange, b/c I get mainly floral out of it.
11/05/08 19:22:55
I tried this one on in boots.
It's creamy warm, sexy and seductive. delicious!
It's creamy warm, sexy and seductive. delicious!
10/18/08 11:43:00
Mmm, yummy!
It is a shaking scent for me, I llllllllove the soft vanilla trace of it!, and the staying power is also very good!
It is a shaking scent for me, I llllllllove the soft vanilla trace of it!, and the staying power is also very good!
10/13/08 02:53:10
a scent for special occasions. it screams sexy, romantic and mysterious. i got lots of compliments for this one.
09/18/08 06:00:05
When it's fresh, the flowers are rich and fun. After settling in, it's like bad soap.
09/14/08 03:38:01
AT first I loved it but one period ALmsost everyone used it so iot lost its individuallity I think... Its easy noticeable too..
08/19/08 11:31:35
you can definetly smell the ginger note and has a baby powder scent to it
08/12/08 01:33:20
It smells like honeysuckle flower,I think the best one!
05/10/08 12:10:50
It smells like a delicious creamy liqueur. Definitely a gourmand scent.
05/05/08 06:56:22
I actually found this perfume to be quite gingery :) It was one of my favorites. but unfortunately got stolen out of my bag while traveling, so I no longer have it! It is totally seductive, beautiful; for a confident woman lurking fancy night clubs, I imagine when I smell it. It smells like the bottle and the packaging looks... mysterious, elegant, and dark.
01/06/08 05:22:30
It's a fragance with a mistery soul, seductive, very modern. Armani Code it's perfect with a classic black short dress.
11/05/07 12:32:51
I totally agree... it wasn't as gingery as I was anticipating... I actually was quite intrigued by it and plan to make it my next addition.
11/02/07 19:44:39
I am really loving the smell of this. It's not as "gingery" as I had expected when I initially read about it. It's a "date night" fragrance.
10/20/07 17:00:46
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