Scandal 100th episode: Olivia Pope Weds in An Anne Barge Gown

Scandal 100th Episode Olivia Pope marries Fitz.
Olivia Pope marries Fitz in alternate reality.

Scandal Gladiators have always dreamed of a Liv-Fitz wedding and Shonda Rhimes finally delivered on ABC Scandal’s 100TH    an alternate reality special where Olivia Pope ( played by Kerry Washington) weds President Fitzgerald Grant (played by Tony Goldwyn) but the conversation was more about the beautiful wedding gown Olivia Pope had on for the wedding, which was designed by fashion designer Anne Barge. 

 The Dress

The Anne Barge ‘Berkeley’ ball gown is made of Kalika silk with a chiffon bodice and off-the-shoulder cap sleeves. Costume designer Lyn Paolo selected the gown for Olivia Pope’s fantasy wedding with iconic style in mind, “Anne Barge was an amazing find for Olivia. We looked for a dream gown and Anne delivered. Olivia looked stunning in the gown and I could not be more thrilled” says Paolo.

 The Atlanta-based designer was ecstatic to see Washington’s character in the dress, “Berkeley is one of my most special gowns. It is both timeless and chic, perfect for a modern, classic bride” says Barge.

Dream Wedding Dress: Anne Barge Berkeley Gown
Anne Barge Berkeley Gown worn by Olivia Pope on ABC Scandal’s 100th episode.

About Anne Barge Bridal Collection

Founded in 1999, the Anne Barge Bridal collection is renowned for timeless gowns with a contemporary twist. Inspired by vintage couture, the Anne Barge collection combines the best of classic design and modern trends, using the finest fabrics, embellishments, and embroidery sourced throughout the world. Anne Barge offers an abundance of elegant options for the discerning bride in two collections, Anne Barge Couture and Blue Willow Bride by Anne Barge. With profound expertise in creating special occasion gowns, Anne Barge Eveningwear is made with Anne’s trademark attention to detail, from fabric to fit.

The Anne Barge philosophy is simple, “Good design is timeless”.

The truth underneath it all. #scandal #scandal100 Gotta be comfy.

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Anne Barge is based out of Atlanta, GA with retailers worldwide. A favorite among celebrity brides and red carpet icons alike, Anne has created custom designs for Laura Benanti, Johanna Braddy, Kristen Cavallari, Taraji P. Henson, Lauren Alaina, Yvonne Orji, Violett Beane, Amirah Vann, Amber Riley, Leah Pipes, and Eva Longoria. Follow online @AnneBarge @AnneBargeBride

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Maternity fashion: Laura Benanti debuts baby bump in Anne Barge Black Label

Laura Benanti wears Anne Barge Black Label at Last Night’s Café Carlyle debut.Photo Credit: Marion Curtis for Starpix 

Did you catch Tony Award-winner and five-time Tony nominee Laura Benanti wearing a custom Anne Barge Black Label gown at the opening night of her debut show at Café Carlyle, Tales From Soprano Isle? Not only does she look absolutely stunning in the sleeveless column gown but the custom-made in garnet red silk crepe fabric accented by art-deco inspired embroidery, beautifully fits and complements Benanti and her growing baby bump. Laura first commissioned an Anne Barge gown last November in her wedding to Patrick Brown at Riverside Church. Barge, a longtime fan of Benanti from her Tony Award-winning performances in Gypsy and She Loves Me, was overjoyed to have Laura in one of her designs saying: “Laura is one of the loveliest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing, so beautiful and so talented! I could not be happier for her.” You can follow Anne Barge on Instagram @AnneBarge and search the hashtag #AnneBarge to see more stunning gowns. 

 

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