Giving your home personality requires discovering what inspires you, and who you really are. Find keepsakes from your past and frame them. Paint with a color that makes you happy. Use contemporary accessories and contrast. Don't buy sets of furniture, get unique pieces that compliment each other. Remember to layer in decorating and use the rule of 3. If you love everything you're putting into your home, the design will work! F or the full 'How To,' r ead my guest blog, HOW TO GIVE YOUR APARTMENT PERSONALITY , that I wrote for the Washington Post's Apartment Showcase blog! Love, NAFASI