Many people cite fall as their favorite season, but there is no denying that it is difficult to dress for. The weather can be hot or cold in a matter of days or even hours, making it difficult to regulate one's body temperature, and waves of frustration often derail one's outfit plans. Therefore, it is essential to rely on experts like stylists and fashionable celebrities to help you dress for this tricky season. I have several fall fashion icons on my mood board, and this week Kerry Washington is among them.

Washington has been sporting a number of iconic looks lately, from matching sets to nostalgic stripes, but my favorite is the pair she wore to promote her new memoir, Thicker than Water, at the Apollo Theater in New York City

I've seen many iconic looks, but my favorite may be the plaid pants she wore to promote her new memoir, Thicker than Water, at the Apollo Theater in New York.

Designed by luxury women's ready-to-wear brand Sergio Hudson, these pants feature a black and white plaid pattern and pleated silhouette. With a tailored fit, nipped-in waist, and dramatic wide-leg design, they are made to flatter every figure while prioritizing comfort and practicality. Plus, perfect for cooler temperatures, they boast 60% wool and a thick, comfortable lining that prevents itchy wool. Like all of Sergio Hudson's pieces, these pants are designed for power dressing. The pants are certainly a good fit for Washington, who promotes her book, which speaks candidly about issues such as race, identity, and feminism.

If you are looking to channel Washington's look and all the power it inspires, you can buy her pants online now at Moda Operandi. And if plaid isn't your thing, check out Sergio Hudson's other looks below.