Score
84/100
Giorgio Armani
Armani Code Ultimate
2012
“Star anise, grapefruit, and mandarin over vanilla — Code's sweetest evening masculine, fall-winter.”

The take
What works
- ●Star anise-grapefruit-vanilla evening sexy charming masculine
- ●Beautifully fresh-to-vanilla evolution
Trade-offs
- ●Discontinued — hard to find
- ●Moderate projection vs heavy sillage
Notes
Top
Mid
Base
Performance
Longevity
6–8 hoursProjection
Arm's lengthSillage
Soft trailWhen to wear
Spring30%
Summer10%
Fall86%
Winter93%
Day36%
Night100%
Gender
Leans masculine
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
You might also like
Different scent, similar vibe
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Armani Code Ultimate smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Giorgio Armani Armani Code EDP (84%), Giorgio Armani Armani Code EDT (73%), Giorgio Armani Armani Code Profumo (71%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.
How long does Armani Code Ultimate last?
6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity at 71/100) with solid projection.
When should you wear Armani Code Ultimate?
Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning.
Is Armani Code Ultimate worth it?
At this price, yes for this tier. Star anise-grapefruit-vanilla evening sexy charming masculine. Beautifully fresh-to-vanilla evolution.
Details
- Perfumer
- Antoine Maisondieu
























