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Luxe Statement Pieces - Whether she's fixing the lives of Washington's elite or just trying to salvage her own, Scandal's Olivia Pope (played by the stunning Kerry Washington), does it all with impeccable style. Ahead of the Season 3 premiere on Oct. 3, check out our breakdown of Olivia’s must-have pieces. By Britt MiddletonEvery Washington power player needs to make a statement when they walk in the room, and Olivia’s Salvatore Ferragamo cashmere coat and Prada tote make for an introduction no client will soon forget.(Photo: ABC) 

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Add Some Sparkle - Sometimes even this “fixer” shows off her softer side. We are smitten with the feminine sequin detailing of this column gown by Escada.(Photo: ABC) 

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Contemporary Shapes - With its sleek design, Ms. Pope changes the very definition of the words “power suit” in this one-button jacket by Emporio Armani. (Photo: ABC) 

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Go Gray - Gray is the new neutral for this crisis manager. We love how this tweed Giorgio Armani sports coat adds a lovely softness to her, even when she’s telling off her on-again/off-again man crush, Jake.(Photo: ABC) 

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Show Just Enough Skin - Holding the secrets of Washington’s most powerful elite, Olivia knows never to show all her cards at once. This shimmery Jean Fares Couture gown is a perfect testament to that, highlighting her toned arms and shoulders, but leaving the rest to your imagination. (Photo: ABC) 

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Lighten Up - We love how Olivia breaks out of the black business suit mold, instead opting for pastels like this pretty embroidered jacket in peach by Dolce & Gabbana.(Photo: ABC) 

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Beautiful Details - It’s clearly all about the details for Liv, who stuns in this ivory Michael Kors gown with black lace bodice.(Photo: ABC)

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Animal Print Forever - But you don’t have to stick to the ubiquitous cheetah and leopard varieties, as proven by Liv’s Max Mara crocodile-print frock with ladylike belt and matching jacket. (Photo: ABC)

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Invest in Separates - Satin tops are a staple for Olivia, and for good reason: they look great under any one of her perfectly tailored jackets. After work, they transition perfectly for a late-night outing with friends. (Photo: ABC)

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Choose a Flattering Cut - Who says you can’t wear white at the White House? Olivia knows just when to break the rules, again playing up her great figure in a white Calvin Klein halter gown. (Photo: ABC)

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Pattern Up - We don’t see Ms. Pope in patterns too often, but she never fails to impress when she rocks them. To add shine to her striped Escada top, she adds a simple pendant necklace. (Photo: ABC)

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Keep It Modern - Tweed can look really stuffy if not properly styled. Luckily, that’s never the case for Olivia, who keeps hers fresh with sleek, light gray trousers. (Photo: ABC)

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Lots of Layers - Whether she's in the boardroom or the backroom working her sources, simple layers such as this textured jacket and blouse are key for Olivia's demanding lifestyle. Hey, you’ve got to be comfortable when you spend your days knee-deep in scandal. (Photo: ABC)