Nancy Pelosi: Power Dressing

Though she's no longer Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi as Minority Leader is still Congress’s most powerful woman. Remember, she was the one--possibly, even more influential than his wife--who told Congressman Anthony Weiner it was time to go. Winter or summer, spring or fall, she is definitely a power dresser. “Nancy's style is a more traditional and classic women's business attire,” says Amy Lyons Kemler, owner and founder of Fresh Start Wardrobe Consulting. “The styles, solid colors, and lack of major embellishment of her clothes are all there to compliment, not compete with her strong personality.” Here, Amy shares with us the key elements that make up Pelosi’s signature powerhouse style.

The Power Suit If Pelosi had a go-to outfit, it would be a matching ensemble. “Her suits and dresses are often in solid tones and classic in nature,” says Kemler, who suggests looking in stores like Talbots for similar styles. “It’s the overall look or presentation that needs to shine here.”

To get the look, try: Talbots Kate Fit Linen Twill Jacket ($189) and Kate Fit Twill Linen Pants ($134, both from www.talbots.com).

The Perfect Bob Brandon Rabideau, co-owner and stylist at Halo Salon, describes Nancy’s hair as “a variation of a classic bob. She gets highlights just through the top and tends to keep her base color a light chocolate brown.”

To get the look, try: Phytovolume Actif Maximizing Spray ($22.50, www.amazon.com).

Brightly Patterned Scarves To add a bit of color and excitement to her otherwise monochromatic outfits, Pelosi is often seen sporting a colorful patterned scarf. “Scarves give the notion of texture to her suit jackets and rounded collar dresses,” says Kemler. Simply tie one around your neck for a similar feel.

To get the look, try: Ken Scott Floral Silk Bandana ($32.50, www.forzieri.com).

Pearls:The Perfect Accessory Pelosi's accessories are understated, but nearly everyone notices her stunning South Sea pearls, the most beautiful of their kind in the world. But they don't look gaudy, thanks to the quiet chic of her clothes. “Her accessories are there to complement her outfit, not compete with it,” says Kemler.

To get the look, try: Carolee Sunbaked Faux Pearls Necklace (on sale, $31.49, www.overstock.com).