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Over the past three years, American viewers have been tuning in each Thursday evening to ABC’s cult-like phenomenon, Scandal, to witness what new crisis heroine Olivia Pope will resolve. As the series enters its fourth season, anticipation and excitement continues to grow for the Shonda Rhimes-crafted drama that remains one of the top-rated drama series on television. Viewers now have something more to look forward to—more than just the latest twist in the ongoing Olivia/Fitz love affair—an Olivia Pope-inspired clothing line!

The Limited made national headlines in September when they announced a partnership with ABC, the series’ costume designers and Kerry Washington, who plays the role of Olivia Pope. The “Scandal Collection” launched on September 23 with 42 pieces of clothing, including everything from blouses to trousers and even Olivia’s iconic cape-like sweaters and outdoor wear. The attire, which ranges in price from $49 to $248, has been a sensational hit for the clothing store as many pieces are already sold out online.

As a self-professed (and proud) “Scandal” addict, I enjoyed the recent “Saturday Night Live” spoof of the show that made fun of the drama’s improbable “fixes” – including immediate access to highly classified information and the ability to get to anyone, anywhere in the world, at any time.

Many fans of the show liken Olivia Pope’s brood of fixers to professionals in the public relations industry. While we would love if every reporter was at our beck and call and that we called the shots, not clients, it’s a completely unrealistic look at how (the majority) of PR professionals operate.