Armani Code Ice

Found an unopened 2014 bottle from the back of my parents' cabinet that they had bought me a decade ago, but forgot to gift it. I didn't even know an "Ice" flanker of Code existed! To put it lightly: I'm in shock. I've always had a love-hate relationship with the Code line, so I wasn't expecting to be blown away, but boy was I wrong. To me Code Ice fixes everything that bugged me with the OG. It's a bit fresher, a bit more gingery and minty, evoking that cooling effect, while still preserving that powdery and creamy Code-y backbone that I love. While you can make the argument that there is no shortage of fresh shower gel scents, to me, Code Ice sets itself apart from the rest; maybe it's those buttery and powdery qualities that makes Code Ice more approachable, elegant, and not as aggressive as most of the scents in the same genre. So happy for the lucky incident. A true jackpot!

Take the original Code, and add and almost menthol feel to it. Add some citrus and lemons to the top. Code Ice. I think it smells pretty good. I was never crazy about the dark, woodsy smell of Armani Code, but I would wear this on the occasional summer night. I definitely smell this as a warm night frag. Or end of summer days, where the nights are chilly but the days are still warm. With one spray on my hand it project from my down by my hips, so it also has decent performance. Longevity I cannot yet say the same for. Really not bad. Doesn't deserve the hate. I think the mint and citrus notes may be giving off the impression of synthetic of "metallic" scents. I think it's okay though. If you like the original Code, you'll definitely like Ice

For me this is a great fragrance for the hot weather! I'm wearing this right now and it has a cooling feel without being too minty like a lot of Ice flankers out there. I think this is great for the gym and anything sporty. It also goes very well with a white shirt or lighter clothes. It just fits that type of visual aesthetic for me. I can see how someone would think this smells synthetic but to me this does not! This smells very pleasant and well blended. It is linear but in a good way because with a summer ice flanker you just want something simple that does the job anyway. This also has that clean Armani quality to it that I enjoy with their fragrances. For me this is fantastic! I give this a 91/100.

Wow, this is really beautiful! I'd almost say this is one of the best smelling fragrance in the whole line. The only drawback is performance. I have to put my nose on my arm to smell it. If there was a more powerful version then this would be perfect. I've noticed in the reviews that the older version seems to be the way to go, so perhaps there is hope for this fragrance after all... I would buy this, for sure. Maybe as I get more acquainted with it I may realize it's not so bad after all.

I dont care what any of the haters say, I love this scent. It's one of the handful of Armani scents I can stand. I find some of them have this really sweet note, too sweet. Obviously not the A D G's, but the codes etc. And I like sweet but not that kind of sweet. Oh yea, I also like that newish cedar one that vaguely reminds you of cedar. But that is sometimes how I want to be reminded of cedar, vaguely.

brilliant summer flanker of Code which is discontinued and very hard to find at this point, i get fresh mint, apple and citruses added to original dna and its not as powdery, lovely aroma and freshness for summer and spring days...hidden gem 9/10

so I got it to myself....not too masculine to give it to my BF - I prefer him to wear very masculine types of scents. this one is for ME - fresh, gender-neutral, sporty, for those days I dont like anything sweet

Tried it today, its opening is very similar to code sport, then dries down to being virtually the same as code, just a little fresher! its a really good blend of the 2 fragrances on sale now in the UK

Love this for summer! Armani Code Ice is so refreshing and perfect for hot days. The mint and ginger really pop and make it feel super clean. It lasts a good while too, which is always a plus.

in my skin this is exactly like armani sport code... be careful when spraying...oversprayed a little bit, walked inside a store, and clerks were asking me what gorgeous scent i was wearing...

The best and sexiest scent for a gentleman ever ...!!!!!

And here we have Armani Code Ice Pour Homme. And I start this review by touching at the same point ever: how good it is to get a flanker (a version of other fragrance, previously released) that respects de DNA of the original version, the one that started it all. Especially when they are fresher or intense variations. Unlike the Sport Athlete version, from 2012, which should be called Armani Code Fraiche, this Ice version received a great name, an excellent choice that escapes the traditional terms "fresh" or "fraiche". The idea of having the same original fragrance, now with icy nuances, combines very well with the chosen name. And it works! The composition of Armani Code Ice brings notes of mint, lime and ginger, in the output; geranium, lavender, and Sage in the heart; guaiac wood and tonka bean, in the base. The concept, according to the manufacturer, was to bring a mixture of the versions Golden Edition with Sport Athlete. What I do know is that this version is very good. From the moment that is applied on the skin, it is possible to smell the original version, as if it had been frozen. However, the fragrance of the 2004 version, which many find nauseating or with a medicinal aspect is gone. The leathery tone is also not present anymore, resulting in a fragrance more restrained, woody, with an almond touch like before, but with less vanilla aspect, since this version does not bring tobacco mixed in. What I like in this version is the fact that there is a refreshing layer, in the first place, over a floral layer in which the geranium presents spicy and menthol nuances. Then, a third layer arises, making us remind of the original version. This is not about evolution, but the way the nose perceives the olfactory pyramid. The only problem that I checked during the first tests I did, before writing this review, was the low projection. Even the Sport Athlete version projects more. On the other hand, I could notice a great olfactory accommodation, which is bad, because it makes the user think that the perfume is not strong enough, when, in fact, it is still exuding. The lasting on my skin is as good as the original version. To end, once again, they kept the visual identity of the line, bringing a Silver metallic-looking bottle.

I expected so much more from this... But when i sprayed this...I was hit by a fresh clean shower gel / dish washing liquid scent from this frag. If you're going to work out...pick this up and go H.A.M! This is better suited for the spring and summer scent. Outside of that, it will be a waste. Save your money, if you have a freshy in your collection already. Then you're good. I used six sprays...both wrist, back & front of my neck, chest and front of my shirt. Will I buy this again?...No! Does this fragrance enter BEAST MODE, good, just okay or weak sauce at best? Just okay. What's the strength of this? EDT. Am i willing to trade this fragrance? Yes! Should You Skipped It, Sample It First or Blind Buy It? Skipped this mess, no need to have it. Can you use it as a unisex scent? No. Is it the old, new formulation? Old. What's its availability; in production, limited edition or discontinued? DISCONTINUED! SKU Number: 3605522011083 (Tester) Batch Number: 38L001 (Production Date: October 2014) Age: 18+ From: Hookup Size: 75 ML Scent: 2/5 (Ehh). Value: 5/5 (Nothing). Sillage: 3/5 (Three feet). Longevity: 2.5/5 (Four hours). Creativity: 1/5 (Shower gel/Dish washing liquid). Projection: 1.5/5 (One hour). Versatility: 3/5 (Daytime & anywhere). Compliments: 1/5 (No one said anything, you just smell clean). Until next time, I'll catch you on the flipside.

Even though my tastes have changed, for many (many) years, Armani Code was my go to, except for in the summer. Into my life walks Armani Code Ice & my love for Code has been reinvigorated. Of the top, even without looking at the notes (as I was in a basement discounter store, so no service), I caught this exhilarating waft of mint immediately. The citrus & ginger followed but that mint sold me on it. Then I caught the dry down which maintains, to my still fairly new to fragrances nose, a lot of the original DNA of the scent that I loved for oh so very long. I'd see this as something that could and would totally rock just about any situation in the summer. Maybe not a beach scent (I'd go with a LB or ADG for that, or even a nice cheapy like Cool Water Intense) but summer day hang outs, check. Summer date night? Very big check. Just sucks that it's discontinued but I'm so glad that I grabbed mine last week.

Just got this today after spying it at Marshall's...somewhat pricey for what is($66.00 for a 50ml)...this could be unisex. Odd no one has suggested this smell's like a Dsquared offering...one of the he-woods...I'm thinking maybe Rocky Mountain wood. Could be good for a rainy day. The reviews are right though, it is joyless, cold...probably for the office. Does have some iso'ey-ness but not as bad as something from Issey Miyake...I wouldn't buy it again. I like, but not love what I smell...bares no resemblance to the original code...but I think has the same if not better longevity. Safe blind-buy.

Slightly spicy, a bit sweet, cold fresh without being citrusy. It sounds boring, but it is a very nice perfume. It is well blended, inviting. I love when my husband wears it. To me it is the perfect male fragrance for summer. It is not excessive in any way (and doesn't smell like deodorant, thank God). Very well behaved and very appealing. It does not make a statement, if that's what you are looking for, but, like i said, it is an understated seducer. Two thumbs up from me.

Guys this one is really awesome, rather crazy and very sexy.. i just got today and i must say very clean and even better in fall and cool summer nights, Beautiful combination of sweet and citrus, the dry down reminds me of a modified version of Jimmy Choo, CK Reveal and 212 VIP Cross combo...Unexpectedly unlike the original code this one has a great longevity.. Good one Armani.. nice one after Essenza..

برعکس اون چیزهایی که ظاهرا عناصر سازنده عطر هستند؛ من با استشمام این عطر بوی آدامسهای بادکنکی خوشمزه قدیمی که دونه ای فروخته میشد و بزرگ و صورتی رنگ بود برام تداعی میشه Contrary to those things that are apparently the components of perfume; When I smell this perfume, I am reminded of the smell of the old delicious bubble gum that was sold once and was big and pink in color.

Found it today and tried it on paper. So, i'm gonna make a short review. It's not far from the original Code. For the first 2 hours you will get the DNA from the original with a minty feeling, but then, as Gazo30 said, it becomes almost identical with the original, with a subtle mint and ginger. Longevity and sillage are moderate.

This is unmistakably Armani Code, albeit much stronger. Judging on its own, I'm not sure whether this one suits hot summer days, despite its name. It's still very sweet and has the characteristic of a winter scent. It is also rather artificially smelling, but longevity is almost sensational. **