I live a bi-coastal and sometimes tri-coastal life.

There are many Broadway songs that apply to moments on 'Mad Men,' and I sing them on set all the time.

We have a costume closet at home. My family will put on a costume for any excuse.

My mantra is, 'Don't be afraid of color.' What did it do to you? Do a color testing in alternate kinds of light you desire in the room because the pigment will change. And I refuse to believe that pale pale or white colors in a small room will buy you more square footage. Go with color all the way.

When I did 'Ugly Betty' it was very similar to working on 'Mad Men' - great group of people in their own little world. But I don't really see a lot of difference. Of course, on the cable shows, you can tackle subjects and be more specific, because networks have to appeal to the masses, but that's constantly changing and evolving.

I am a collector of many things, but I particularly love the sterling silver mint julep cups, each engraved with the titles of the Broadway shows in which I appeared.

I did grow up in New Orleans. I grew up right on the lake, right across the levee.