Invest in pre-made meringue shells to save baking and concentrate on the enjoyable part—decorating them.
If you're short on time but not on taste, go for canned whipped cream for easy assembly.
For simple, no-prep toppings that still look colorful and fresh, use frozen or canned fruits.
Make or purchase little Pavlovas rather than a large one to serve visitors one at a time and save the inconvenience of slicing them.
To reduce prep labor on the day of the celebration, bake the meringue ahead of time and keep it in an airtight container.