Kerry Washington detailed saving jewelry from the wardrobe of her onscreen characters as keepsakes.
The mother-of-two kept a custom-made necklace, inspired by her son's initials, from her "American Son" role.
Washington saved earrings from her "Scandal" role, adding that jewelry is most important to a character.
The actress keeps the pieces for memory but wears them once in a while.
Washington partnered with female-owned Jewelry Brand, Aurate for a 20's Old Hollywood and Art Decor collection.
"Kerry X Aurate Be The Lead" collection features sustainable jewelry with gold finishes and topaz touches.
Washington was inspired by Josephine Baker and said the collection has a classy and elegant edge.
The 44-year-old partnered with another female team for the critically-acclaimed 2020 Hulu miniseries "Little Fires Everywhere."
Washington starred alongside Reese Witherspoon. The duo also executively produced the series with other notable women.
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