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Welcome to my unique perfume blog! Here, you'll find detailed, encyclopedic entries about perfumes and companies, complete with facts and photos for easy research. This site is not affiliated with any perfume companies; it's a reference source for collectors and enthusiasts who cherish classic fragrances.
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Gio by Giorgio Armani: launched in 1992. Composed by the perfumers at Givaudan Roure. In USA in 1993.
Gio, pronounced "Joe", is short for Giorgio (Armani's nickname) and is pronounced "Joe." which was to replace Armani's original self-titled Armani fragrance from 1982. Giorgio Armani stated that "it is the perfume expression of the principles that govern my life." Created by Françoise Caron.
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