GrapefruitOpens with
Sea NotesHeart
Guaiac WoodDries down to
Ron WinnegradThe nose · 4 fragrances · also made Armani (1981)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Giorgio Armani · Sold as masculine
Emporio Armani Diamonds Rocks
The click-clack of heels on a city sidewalk — where crisp grapefruit and black pepper meet the coolness of sea air, followed by the subtle richness of woody depths.
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Emporio Armani Diamonds RocksPremium · $100–250
46%Similar accords, often for lessKenzo Homme Sport Extreme · KenzoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2014 by Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani Diamonds Rocks is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that captures the essence of modern sophistication. The composition opens with vibrant grapefruit and black pepper, creating an immediate sense of freshness and energy. This sharp beginning gives way to a heart of sea notes and violet, bringing a marine freshness and subtle floral nuance. The base notes of guaiac wood, cedar, and vetiver ground the fragrance in earthy warmth, ensuring it remains complex yet balanced throughout the day.
Apply this fragrance in layers for maximum impact. Start with one spray to let the fresh, aromatic opening notes settle before adding another layer after an hour. This technique ensures that both the top and base notes are fully experienced throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Emporio Armani Diamonds Rocks, Giorgio Armani
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Ron Winnegrad
Don't think, just smellRon Winnegrad, born and raised in Brooklyn, has worked as a perfumer and teacher for over 46 years, becoming known in the 1970s for creating Love's Baby Soft and Lagerfeld Classic, along with Balenciaga Rumba, Giorgio Armani, and Clinique Simply Clinique.
“Don't Think, Just Smell.”
Ron Winnegrad · Nez; his book "Don't Think, Just Smell" (2018)
The Emporio Armani Diamonds line
16 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Giorgio Armani
More from the house · founded 1975 · Italy
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 25%, disliked or hated by 23%.