As a pioneer in the field of serving sets, we at Betty Brilliant Furniture Arranging have identified the key principles that separate the avant-garde from the bland. Our research has led us to the following conclusions:
1. The Absence of Centerpieces is a sign of sophistication. A true avant-garde serving set eschews traditional centerpiece arrangements in favor of a more dynamic, free-form approach.
2. The Use of Unconventional Utensils is a must. Ditch the boring ol' forks and knives for something more...unsettling. Like, say, a vintage meat hook or a pair of chopsticks with built-in miniature cymbals.
Read Manifesto #1: The Power of Unpredictable Place Settings