Kerry Washington’s Secret Pregnancy: Fashion Tips for Expecting Moms

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Kerry Washington is pregnant! Who’d have thought, right?

Just earlier this month, we saw the Scandal beauty at Variety’s 5th Annual Power of Women event in Beverly Hills, and she did not look four months pregnant—at all. This was most probably because of the dress. She chose a perfect silhouette that hid the growing bump.

Kerry Washington stuns at Variety's 5th Annual Power of Women event, cleverly hiding her baby bump in a chic dress on October 4, 2013, in Beverly Hills, CaliforniaKerry Washington stuns at Variety’s 5th Annual Power of Women event, cleverly hiding her baby bump in a chic dress on October 4, 2013, in Beverly Hills, California (Credit: FayesVision / Visual / WENN)

Speaking of hiding, Kerry seems to be a pro at keeping secrets, yes? Last June, she got married, and we were utterly clueless until the announcement. This month, she surprised everyone (again) with the pregnancy.

However, in hindsight, she appeared somewhat “swollen” when we spotted her at LAX earlier this week. The actress wore an all-black outfit that wasn’t exactly her most fashionable look.

Kerry Washington arrives at LAX on October 28, 2013, effortlessly blending comfort and style in a casual all-black outfit with her pet pooch in towKerry Washington arrives at LAX on October 28, 2013, effortlessly blending comfort and style in a casual all-black outfit with her pet pooch in tow (Credit: FayesVision / Visual / WENN)

She wore sweatpants and an oversized cardi but dressed elegantly by wrapping a printed scarf around her neck. The extra did a great job of camouflaging her growing belly, too.

Judging by her choice of footwear (Nike Dunk Low sneakers), you could tell she wanted to be as comfy as possible.

You have to admit, she selected her accessories with great care and purpose. Each item (including the dog) served a specific function—sunglasses to shield her eyes from the cameras, a luxe quilted bag for her pooch to draw attention away from her tummy, and a stylish scarf to elevate her look and conceal her growing belly.

Now that Kerry’s expecting, what do you think of her mommy-to-be plane-ride style? Do you think she sacrificed fashion for comfort? It’s something many women do when they’re expecting.

Kerry Washington accessorizes her travel look with a stylish printed scarf, adding a touch of elegance to her comfy ensembleKerry Washington accessorizes her travel look with a stylish printed scarf, adding a touch of elegance to her comfy ensemble (Credit: FayesVision / Visual / WENN)

Sure, she could have worn something more attractive than sweatpants, but you have to hand it to the lady—she looked pretty neat for someone four months pregnant. Wearing black from head to toe kept her looking classy, and we like how she threw on a scarf for added drama. Adding the accessory made a difference.

To our fashionable mommy readers, how did you dress up for a plane ride when pregnant? Do you always keep a scarf handy?

Kerry Washington rocks a chic all-black ensemble with a patterned scarf and sneakers, adding a luxe touch with a quilted bag carrying her adorable dogKerry Washington rocks a chic all-black ensemble with a patterned scarf and sneakers, adding a luxe touch with a quilted bag carrying her adorable dog (Credit: INFphoto)

As you know, scarves are great accessories because they’re light and versatile. You can never have too many scarves if you ask us. You can collect, use, and preserve them until your daughters and nieces learn to appreciate them.

Kerry Washington wore Nike Dunk Low sneakers featuring a dark grey color with vibrant orange laces and purple accentsKerry Washington wore Nike Dunk Low sneakers featuring a dark grey color with vibrant orange laces and purple accents (Credit: INFphoto)