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Come up with an original theme for your gathering. You can go with the timeless fiesta
or luau, or kick up the class with a more sophisticated soiree. Decorations don't have
to be excessive to get the full effect. Here are some suggestions for setting up in style.
MINIMALIST
Use solid color sushi-style plates. Combine centerpieces and mood lighting by filling
globe fish bowls or oversize martini glasses with marbles, polished stones, or pebbles.
Places votive candles around the house.
REGIONAL
A good party knows no boundaries! Think along the lines of a luau, with Hawaiian-style
tiki torches, raffia skirts around the buffet table, and lots of flowers. Or have an
Asian-infused celebration, complete with bamboo placemats and paper lanterns. Or say ole
to a Mexican fiesta with sombreros and a piñata.
MODERN SOPHISTICATE
Go monochromatic with small bursts of color. Assemble candles of different sizes as
one centerpiece. Float orchids or other flowers in a large shallow bowl. Use tiered
cake stands to display hors d'oeuvres. Attach paper nametags to fruit or flower stems
with twine or ribbon to label the names of the foods.