Yes, I’m referring to the ABC series that wrapped 6 years ago. I recently started watching Scandal from Season 1, Episode 1, and am scratching my head as to why I didn’t watch this back in 2013! From her girl power to luxury style, Olivia Pope is goals!
Since Kerry Washington is best known for her chic outerwear and bags on Scandal, I felt it timely to do a fall coat and bag series. Bonus: some picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (without inundating you with another Anniversary sale post!) So here goes: Sharing amazing gladiator coats and these girl-boss bags that will have you channeling your inner Olivia Apple all fall long. Popcorn and Châteauneuf-du-Pape “du Bellay” are not included.
You can imagine my delight when I discovered that long, red coats are back in for fall! This belted version is a great price point; this one a splurge but oh so gorgeous
Olivia’s also known for her love of capes, and her stylist, Lyn Paolo, points to this look—a self-drape coat from Ralph Lauren—as a precursor to that trend. If you really want to go for it, this cape is a stunner; this for a combo cape/coat, this great Amazon find, or this cream version
Then there’s the white coat look that Kerry does oh so well. Whether a cape or coat, any white outerwear is a twist on the classic. Loving these options: this double- breasted belted , this notch midi or this gorgeous option
I’ve had the same trench for years, and it always looks current. This Burberry trench is an investment but holds true to the “you’ll have it forever” claim. This cropped, this classic, or this lower-priced version are all excellent choices.
I swooned over her Shawl collar coats and love having one in my fall lineup. Try this sweater version, this camel, this fun color, this blue, this classic in 2 colors, or this fuzzy take.
If you want a close replica to her Gucci belted stunner, this coat is a fun option
Nothing says classic like Houndstooth. If you’re going to do a pattern, I suggest sticking with a small-scale, classic version like Olivia’s Dior Houndstooth. Try this fun take, or this
The Short-Sleeve coat: the gateway to showing off a gorgeous, elbow-length glove. Perfect for crisp, fall days and also great paired with a black turtleneck. I’m loving this belted version, this camel, or this blue. And of course, Olivia’s exact white leather glove can be yours by purchasing here.
You’ll need a killer (no pun) leather tote bag to complete your entire Olivia look. Her signature Prada can still be yours. I also love this Tom Ford version
And finally, my bonus gift, I’ve put together a SPOTIFY playlist from Scandal! The show features a signature sound of classic soul from the 1960s and 1970s, which happens to be a great summer playlist option!
Happy listening, watching, shopping!