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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 · November 5, 2013October 27, 2020
01
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.

02
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.

03
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.

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.

05
The Business Blazer

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

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

06
The Trouser

Baby or not, Pope always wears the pants!

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

12
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.

13
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.

14
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.

15
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.

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