Style Evolution: Kerry Washington

Tonight Kerry Washington's ABC series Scandal premieres at 10 pm ET and we're tuning in to see where the actress will take her fashion next.

Over the last decade, ESSENCE's March cover girl and 2012 "Black Women in Hollywood" honoree has transformed from a pretty girl with cute clothes to a beautiful woman with stunning style. Her penchant for quirky pieces and bold colors has been refined to a love for chic cocktail dresses and soft-hued gowns.

Check out her transformation from 2000 until now.