Last night I was invited to celebrate the launch of the LULU by Lulu Guinness for JCPenney collection at a dinner in NYC hosted by the designer, Lulu Guinness, who flew in from across the pond for the occasion. Guests got to mingle amidst the British-invasion themed decor, dine on hearty English fare (I had a beef and oyster pot pie, first and possibly last time!) and preview the collection.

LULU by Lulu Guinness includes a fabulous array of clutches, satchels, tote bags and more featuring the famed accessory designer's signature colors, prints and designs: Think black and white polka dots, big bows, bulldogs and hot pink quilting. Lulu has also designed a line of bright bags in pop colors like yellow, aqua and green that are absolutely perfect for spring.

My favorite bags included a black bag with an oversized bow (looks like real leather), all the polka-dot clutches (so cheeky), and a turquoise crossbody with perforated polka-dot detailing. Look for the LULU by Lulu Guinness line to launch at JCPenney stores and jcp.com beginning February 25th, ranging in price from just $25-$65 (for the large weekender bags).

Keep reading for more photos I snapped at the event. See any bags you can't live without?

Another designer I love seeing at New York Fashion Week is Pamella Roland, who many of you are familiar with for her stunning eveningwear designs. These aren't fashions I'll be wearing anytime soon but it's thrilling to see them in person and later when they make their inevitable appearances on celebrities walking the red carpet. Here's a sneak peek at some Fall 2013 sketches, plus inspiration from the designer:

"For Fall 2013, I was inspired by the ornate interior of the winter palace in Saint Petersburg, Russia." —Pamella Roland

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Pamella Roland Spring 2013 Presentation

Flokati pillows are soft, fluffy and chic - what's not to love? Well, maybe the price (these are $58 each at nordstrom.com, in white or grey) and the fact that they might be tough to keep clean (not sure just a hunch). But they're sooo pretty.

Nordstrom at Home 'Flokati' Decorative Pillow

Get the look for less with this Target flokati fur pillow, available in white ($19.99) or gray ($13.98). I saw them in person the other day and thought they looked great:



Get inspired to decorate with your flokati pillows!