Armani Code Cologne by Giorgio Armani, One of the most celebrated designers ever to come out of Italy, Giorgio Armani, has been a fashion icon for more than 40 years. Noted for his unique approach to fashion that focuses on utility as well as style, the Armani brand has come to embody elegance. In 1982, Armani turned his visionary eye to perfumery with the launch of Armani for Women.