Jerome C. Rousseau Clutches For Spring 2013

On what the process of picking finishes and fabrics is really like: "Material direction is instinctive, and I like to make sure it reflects the inspiration behind the collection. One of the most challenging and fun parts of the design process is creating unexpected combinations of materials and colors."

Pictured here, Connie Britton carried the designer's gold Meteor clutch (available for preorder) to Audi's Golden Globes kickoff party.