The countdown begins! Jessica Lowndes, Cat Deeley and Olivia Munn practice Emmy glamour at pre-awards party

Hollywood is building with excitement and anticipation for Sunday's 63rd prime-time Emmys.

After a less than successful Academy Awards presentation by James Franco and Anne Hathaway and a mixed response to the Golden Globes hosted by Ricky Gervais, the Emmys are more important than ever.

Leading ladies Cat Deeley, Jessica Lowndes and Olivia Munn were the stars that shone brightest at pre-awards parties last night.

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