Getting Dressed with Paula Abdul

The American Idol judge shows us how she got glam for the Emmys

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After hitting the press line, Abdul is ready for the awards (hosted by costar Ryan Seacrest) to start – and you can be sure she has her essentials with her. She tells PEOPLE of her tricks to making it through the night: "Always take a powder compact and lip gloss." Then, on with the show!

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