The many Bags of Kerry Washington

If you’ve been anywhere near your Twitter account on a recent Thursday evening, you may have noticed that basically everybody on earth watches (and loves) Scandal. I’m hesitant to admit that I’ve never seen the show, however it’s the next thing up on my catch-up listing after I get done re-watching The West Wing on Netflix, which is really a relatively appropriate progression. In Scandal, Kerry Washington plays legendary Washington D.C. pr pro Olivia Pope, who’s charged with fixing all way of political catastrophe before they ever ended up being public.

Kerry likewise starred in Quentin Tarantino blockbuster Django Unchained, as well as between those two roles, she’s been making the red carpet rounds something fierce over the past year. luckily for us, she’s not one of those stars who makes her handlers bring her bag while she poses for photos, not is she the type to bring the exact same plain, metallic clutch to every event. We’ve got a ton of Kerry’s finest red carpet purse moments, plus a few more laid-back looks, waiting on you below.

One of the most interesting things about Kerry’s style is that she isn’t afraid to wear color, as well as sometimes great deals of it. Her pale pink Kotur Espey clutch matches her frock perfectly. pick up the blue version for $560 via Neiman Marcus.

The Kotur Espey clutch is when once again Kerry’s vibrant go-to. pick up the blue version for $560 via Neiman Marcus.

Sometimes you want a bit more to hold on to than a box clutch, as well as this Gucci Malika clutch is a fun alternative. shop Gucci via Neiman Marcus.

Kerry’s clearly a clutch-lover, as well as no clutch-lover’s collection would be total without some Bottega. Kerry’s preference is for the Bottega Veneta lengthened Knot Clutch. pick up the black version for $1,650 via Neiman Marcus.

The Roger Vivier Boite de Nuit is one more clutch classic, so naturally, Kerry’s brought one.

I’m not sure what precisely would in shape in this Christian Louboutin Python mini Loubi Lula Clutch, however Kerry’s a pro at this whole thing. buy a lace version for $1,195.

When at a Chanel event, bring a Chanel Clutch. It only makes sense. (Oh hey, Viola Davis.)

Even bags that aren’t strictly clutches, such as this Chanel traditional Flap Bag in dirty view, are utilized as clutches in Kerry’s wardrobe.

Usually Kerry stays away from being as well matchy-matchy, however with a bag like the Christian Louboutin Pigalle Studded Clutch, sometimes you have to wear the matching shoes. (Trust me, they’re down there.) You can pick up the studded version for $1,095 via Neiman Marcus.

If there’s a brand of evening bag that Kerry seems to prefer, it’s Marchesa. This Marchesa Lily clutch is gorgeous against a simple lemon gown. pick up a extremely similar Marchesa clutch for $3,295 via Neiman Marcus.

This Marchesa Stingray Box clutch brings out the subtle purple accents in Kerry’s pale dress. A similar Marchesa stingray clutch is $1,995 via Neiman Marcus.

Here’s Kerry with both a Marchesa Naomi clutch as well as Georgina Chapman, co-founder of Marchesa. shop Marchesa via Neiman Marcus.

This red Marchesa Simonetta clutch provides the perfect accent for Kerry’s black dress. shop Marchesa via Neiman Marcus.

But you understand what red goes with truly well? Red, like with this Jimmy Choo Tube clutch as well as Kerry’s fiery gown at the Emmys. shop the mini version for $975 via Net-a-Porter.

If you like a great clutch however have honest problems with leather, Kerry’s vegan Jill Milan Holland Park clutch may be up your alley. $1,700 via Jill Milan.

Kerry’s Jill Milan Art Deco clutch is likewise free of animal products. $2,500 via Jill Milan.

The snakeskin of the Dior Black as well as white clutch provides a nice textural contrast with Kerry’s black as well as white dress.

Sometimes, you just want a bit black bag, like Kerry’s Louis Vuitton Minaudiere Tresor Clutch.

Kerry likewise has a somewhat larger Louis Vuitton choice in her purse arsenal.

For this year’s golden Globes, Kerry selected a Prada Satin Minaudiere to complement her Miu Miu dress. shop Prada via Neiman Marcus.

For the Oscars, Kerry when once again reached for a Prada Satin Minaudiere as well as a Miu Miu frock, this time around in vibrant coral. shop Prada via Neiman Marcus.

In between the Prada, Kerry selected a Judith Leiber Sunset Python clutch for the screen actors Guild Awards. buy for $2,795 via Judith Leiber.

Sometimes, you just have to pair Gucci with Gucci, like with this Gucci Broadway Clutch. shop Gucci via Neiman Marcus.

This grey Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile Front Flap Bar clutch stands out well against Kerry’s polka dot dress. buy the black version for $1,150 via Neiman Marcus.

Not all of Kerry’s clutches will totally break the bank. The Vince Camuto signature sound clutch clocks in at a awesome $250 via Vince Camuto Signature.

Kerry does, occasionally, venture out without a small box clutch. This Reed Krakoff set XLclutch totally qualifies as branching out, right? shop Reed Krakoff via Neiman Marcus.

Ok, ok, Kerry has full-sized bags too, such as this Reed Krakoff Atlantique Tote. buy the all-leather version for $1,490 via Nordstrom.

Kerry seems to likewise have a penchant for Tod’s bags, such as this Tod’s D-Styling Bag. pick up your own for $1,845 via Nordstrom.

This Tod’s leather carry is the meaning of a “pop of color.” shop Tod’s bags via Nordstrom.

Kerry’s Gucci monogram satchel is a adorable laid-back option. shop Gucci via Neiman Marcus.

Kerry’s Dior Cannage medium carry is the perfect daily bag – textured, durable, neutral as well as roomy.