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Armani Code Absolu
The quiet confidence of a well-tailored suit on the first day of a new venture, where fresh citrus and spicy notes blend with the subtle richness of suede.
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Armani Code AbsoluPremium · $100–250
44%Similar accords, often for lessZara Homme Night 2014 · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares nutmeg, vanilla and tonka bean8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
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HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2019, Armani Code Absolu by Giorgio Armani is an Oriental Spicy fragrance crafted by perfumer Antoine Maisondieu. This composition opens with a fresh and spicy blend of green mandarin, apple, and nutmeg, before transitioning to the heart notes of orange blossom and carrot seeds. The base layers in vanilla, tonka bean, suede, and woody notes, creating an enveloping warmth that feels both modern and lasting.
For best results, apply Armani Code Absolu in two light sprays. The green mandarin and apple top notes are bright but fade quickly into the deeper layers, so it's the base that will linger on your skin for hours. This fragrance reads better close to the skin rather than filling a room.
Fig. 01 — Armani Code Absolu, Giorgio Armani
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Antoine Maisondieu
Naturals with a modern conscienceAntoine Maisondieu is a Senior Perfumer at Givaudan, trained at the perfumery school at Roure.
The Armani Code line
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Designer Giorgio Armani
More from the house · founded 1975 · Italy
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The originalArmani Code AbsoluGiorgio Armani · Premium · $100–250Zara · 2014Zara Homme Night 2014Shares Nutmeg, Vanilla and Tonka beanunder $40★ 4.21 (34)42%Match
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