Extraordinary Health Magazine Extraordinary Health Vol 22 | Page 29
It’s All About the Clothes!
Many Scandal fans are enamored with the show’s costumes
because Olivia Pope and her staff of “Gladiators in Suits” have
elevated professional attire to new heights. With beautifully
constructed custom-tailored jackets, suits and dresses in tasteful
neutral palettes, Washington was asked about the costumes
so much that she decided to create her own clothing line.
Teaming up with the show’s Emmy Award-Winning costume
designer Lyn Paolo, she’s debuting a collection—inspired by the
show— exclusively for The Limited. Scheduled to arrive in stores
and online nationwide around the same time the show resumes
September 25, the collection marks the first-ever collaboration
of a national retailer, a top network TV show, and
the show’s costume designer and lead actress.
Years ago, Washington admits she was obsessed with weighing
herself to make sure she stayed within a certain weight range.
Eventually she realized that constantly checking her weight
was doing a lot more harm than good, so she
abolished the habit altogether.
“I don’t weigh myself because there’s
never a good answer on the scale!”
she exclaimed. “Instead, I’m very
conscious about what I eat.
I eat a clean diet and I also like to
make vegan protein shakes and mix them with coconut water.”
Washington joked that fans always ask her if she
gets to keep the clothes she wears on the show,
but confirmed she has to return every single
item. With the new collection of tops, jackets,
pants and outerwear, the gladiator look will be
affordable and accessible with prices starting
at $49.
“The collection is a nod to our devoted fans,
everyday fashionistas and to women everywhere
who are inspired to pursue their passions and
look good while doing it,” she said.
Making Health a Priority
When asked about how she manages to stay
healthy while keeping up with work and family demands,
Washington said she simply makes it a priority to take care
of the basics. With a healthy diet, exercise, meditation and rest,
she’s able to stay calm, balanced and at her best. Not thrilled
with dieting, she rarely steps on scales to weigh herself and likes
to fuel her body with fresh organic foods at farmers markets.
“When I travel to a new city, I like to visit the farmers markets,”
Washington said. “I find that it’s a great way to check out the
fresh, local foods in the area and to connect with people who
value their health.”
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
(ABC/Richard Cartwright)
Other than fueling her body with healthy fruits, veggies
and lean meats, Washington exercises daily and stays fit by
doing activities she enjoys such as hiking, dancing and Pilates.
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