Barney's Profile

I think what makes the Conran dresser modern and original is the application of the bright color and shine to a serious, antique-y looking piece. All that is lost in the knock offs, with their odd proportions, bulbousness, and modern looking feet. They remind me of the Disney store. The Brocade versions miss the whole point.

What do people think of buying used glasses/dishes/silverware from Salvation Army? Sometimes I see cool vintage stuff there, but I feel like there is an ick factor, though I would take a beautiful antique china set from an upscale antqiue shop anyday. Should I just get over it?