Are you feelin' hot, hot, HOT?

While it is normally recommended to keep your thermostat set to a cool and comfortable 65 degrees, for this special occasion it is okay to make the temperature a little steamier! Go no lower than 75 and no higher than 82 for optimum "warm weather" comfort. If you have a fireplace, turn that on too.

A winter luau is all about the dressing the part. Forget the boots, bulky sweaters and scarves, and break out that dusty summer wardrobe. Encourage all your guests to come dressed in beach attire. For once, those hilarious Hawaiian shirts and silly straw hats will be the epitome of trendiness.