variants
often Cognac
: a brandy from the departments of Charente and Charente-Maritime distilled from white wine
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To shop the trend yourself, Quince has multiple bags — including one that bears a striking resemblance to Gauff’s — in cognac.
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Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Among the manor’s other standout features is a 1980s-era Willy Rizzo brass-and-cognac leather dry bar, which is right at home in the dwelling’s setting of mountains and vineyards.
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India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
23 June 2026
The Classic Italian Leather Tote is available in black and cognac, both of which pair well with any airport outfit.
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Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
The brown and cognac shades would be particularly alluring paired with a neutral linen set or breezy dress, and the maritime shell charms are perfect for summer.
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Cheryl Wagemann,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Among the manor’s other standout features is a 1980s-era Willy Rizzo brass-and-cognac leather dry bar, which is right at home in the dwelling’s setting of mountains and vineyards.
—
India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
23 June 2026
The Classic Italian Leather Tote is available in black and cognac, both of which pair well with any airport outfit.
—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
The brown and cognac shades would be particularly alluring paired with a neutral linen set or breezy dress, and the maritime shell charms are perfect for summer.
—
Cheryl Wagemann,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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“Cognac.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cognac. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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Etymology
named for Cognac, town in France in and near which it is made
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