Actress and Antique-lover, Kate Walsh

I wanted to mix 20th century design with French and Spanish antiques – and not have it look like a garage sale!

Actress Kate Walsh shares her deepest design desires and secrets in the November 09 issue of Instyle (pg.267).

Everywhere you look these days, from fashion and interior design magazines to shopping guides and celebrity must-have lists, antique and vintage goods are sought after.  That perfect one-of-a-kind accessory that tells a story and makes you stop and think is so much more interesting than having the same mass-produced necklace, side table, or tea pot as your next door neighbour.

Sure, as Kate Walsh points out, it can be a challenge to marry your favourite antiques with your overall aesthetic, but for many, this challenge is not only worth it, its part of the fun!

Take your time when building your wardrobe or outfitting your home.  The more care and love you put into these things, the more it will reflect your wonderful personality in the end.

And remember – buying antique and vintage items is not only a great way to express yourself, but its also good for our planet.