Last night I went to a book signing and little talk given by Celerie Kemble. She was fantastic, I adore her style and approach to design. Her rooms are so layered, they have so much character. She talked about how she likes to use her clients' 'beloveds'. Things they collect, things that are special to them. I loved that. It's so true, there is so much more to a pretty room than the right drapery fabric and correct scaled sofa. What makes it have personality? Comfort? What makes it interesting? I can't wait to dig through her new book in the car on the way to New Orleans tomorrow!