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Home • Fashion

Scandal Spotlight: Maternity Style

We're waiting to see if they will write Kerry Washington's pregnancy into 'Scandal.' If they do, here's how we'd dress her.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 27, 2020
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Chic Shift Dress

Who says Olivia Pope will have to get rid of those chic shift dresses? A perfectly ruched style will make her a fab mom-on-the-move.

Maternity drape bodycon dress, Topshop, $58, topshop.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
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The Prim & Proper Blouse

Polished and pulled together is Pope’s fashion mantra (at least we like to think so), and this pretty pregnancy-friendly top would fit perfectly into her wardrobe.

Maternity bead necklace top, Topshop, $56, topshop.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
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The Camel Coat

Fret not fashionista’s! Olivia will never loose her cool, or her camel coat in this roomy, mommy-to-be version of that chic topper.

Maternity wool-blend coat, Old Navy, $60, oldnavy.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
04
The Pointed Flat

The pointed pump has been her wardrobe staple, but with a baby on board she’ll have to cut down that sleek heel to a fab flat.

“Viv” patent flats, J.Crew, $188, jcrew.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
05
The Business Blazer

Pregnancy for Pope would mean business in chic blazers, as usual!

Belted blazer, Noppies, price available upon request, everydaymaternity.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
06
The Trouser

Baby or not, Pope always wears the pants!

“Budapest” trousers, Noppies Maternity, $99, noppiesmaternity.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
07
The Shift Dress

Ms. Pope is all about structure, and that goes for her sharply shaped shift dresses as well.

Pleated point dress, Liz Lange, $30, target.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
08
Drape Cardigan

Liv loves all things drapey, so the open-front cardigans she currently owns can seamlessly transition into her maternity style.

Draped jacquard cardigan, Zara, $60, zara.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
09
The “It” Bag

Pope has a lot of baggage, but this baby bag is worth adding to her collection of “it” bags.

“Eliz-a-baby” bag, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $348, marcjacobs.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
10
Top Coat

A fab coat is top priority in Pope’s wardrobe and this winter white shearling will fair well with the other fab styles.

Shearling wrap coat, Missoni, price available upon request, $9,280, netaporter.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
11
The White Dress

When a fancy dinner with Fitz pops up, Pope will be ready in her favorite white hot frock.

Chiffon dress, London Maternity Shops, $117, londonmaternityshops.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
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The Cowl Neck Sweater

While Olivia’s curled up on her couch (sans wine, of course), this is the perfect piece for warm and fuzzy nights.

Wool poncho turtleneck, Temperley London, $415, theoutnet.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
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The Boot

If she’s cozying up in a oversized cardi, she’ll need a pair of equally comfy boots to complete the look.

Riding boots, Aerosoles, $99, aerosoles.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
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The White Track Jacket

A baby on board won’t stop Pope from wearing the pristine shade of white she adores. Here’s a hoodie with wiggle room while on the run.

Hooded sweatshirt, Liz Lange for Target, $30, target.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style
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Leggings

Whether Ms. Pope is sporting one of her fave oversized cardigans or out for a run, these black leggings (with belly room) will do the trick.

Maternity low-rise leggings, Old Navy, $14, oldnavy.com.

Olivia Pope's Maternity Style