artist\u2019s <\/em>thoughts about throwing a memorable fete at Acqualina or one\u2019s own private villa. Yes, artist. Johnson hand-paints every piece in her vast collection– from the bold Tropical Fiji print to the statement-making Crimson Harley design – and believes her mission is to \u201celevate people\u2019s worlds in new and unexpected ways.\u201d Whether at Acqualina or at home, she says, \u201cabove all, you\u2019re reflecting your own style and personality, what drives your inspiration and what makes your heart happy\u201d when entertaining.\u00a0 And that, she says, is your starting point. From there, she says, whether it\u2019s oceanfront dining or in one\u2019s living room, you\u2019re creating special moments that deviate from the norm, using beautiful linen napkins, fanciful chargers, fresh flowers and candles.<\/p>\nAt home, she says, use the classic interior design \u201cgrouping technique\u201d \u2013 perhaps clustering three votive candles and three vases together down a long table to feel \u201cconnected, balanced and anchored,\u201d which could be said for our need to entertain and feel close. Use place cards to communicate to guests you\u2019ve given thought to whom they\u2019re sitting with and meeting, print menus to elevate the entire experience, and place a special surprise at every place setting. \u201cI like writing a personal note, or giving my guests a gift so they\u2019re immediately spoiled when they sit down,\u201d she says. Whether it\u2019s a box of beautiful notecards, a journal or a gratitude jar guests fill throughout the year, Johnson says it\u2019s all about tailoring the gift to your group. Whether entertaining at Acqualina, with its impeccable detail, intuitive service and elevated cuisine, or at home, Johnson advises to always hire an event planner so you can savor every moment with your guests.\u00a0 \u201cBy creating an atmosphere that\u2019s different from the norm, it shows emotion, passion and care, and distills everything down to what matters most \u2013 your closest circle of confidantes,\u201d says Johnson. \u201cIt\u2019s not everyday you sit at a beautiful, fully dressed table,\u201d she says. \u201cWhen you invite your guests to come do that, it touches your heart in a new way.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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