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Get to know this summer’s hottest hosting trends

The weather forecast is sunny… and the trend forecast has just arrived. Check out our top 19 picks for chic hosting details this summer.

Meet Ina Garten’s festive Fourth of July cake

Need a little Fourth of July menu inspo? Here’s a summer berry cake by the OG hostess with the most-ess, Ina Garten.

A charcuterie board for your margarita? Count us in.

Meet the margarita garnish board — the perfect blend of trendy grazing spreads and delicious summer cocktails.

Real Parties: Hayes’ construction-themed 4th birthday party

If a party has kid-sized cardboard cars, you know it'll be a wheel-y good time. Get the deets on Hayes’ 4th, put together by mama & DIY-guru Brittni.

Real Parties: Ashley Rose’s pasta party al fresco

There’s nothing like an outdoor dinner party—especially one like Ashley Rose’s in Houston, TX with pasta, cocktails and gorgeous decor.

Real Parties: Lucia’s 2nd birthday rose garden picnic

Lucia’s 2nd bday picnic in Santa Barbara, CA was picturesque: From chic lounge chairs to a hand-carved watermelon fruit basket, mama Jessie DeLowe nailed it.

Real Parties: Rowan’s “One in the Sun” birthday party

A ball pit, strawberry cake and piñata? Sounds like an especially sweet party! Here's how Kaitlynn Carter celebrated her son's 1st bday in Newport Beach, CA.

Real Parties: Jake’s 1st birthday party at Camp Jake

Calling all campers: it’s party time! See how Jake celebrated his 1st birthday with an awesome camp-themed party in Sherman Oaks, CA.

Real Parties: Emme’s 7th birthday art party

A canvas-themed cake and crafty activities made for an artfully executed birthday bash. See how Emme’s 7th birthday party in Metuchen, NJ came together!

Creating a beautiful Ofrenda with Hauz & Co.

See how Sarahli of Hauz & Co. creates a beautiful Día de Muertos Ofrenda and learn more about the significance behind each part of her home altar!

Real Parties: Max’s 2nd superhero birthday party

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s an epic superhero party for Max’s 2nd birthday! See how mama Shawna put this party together in West Hollywood, CA.

Evite’s top gift picks: Hispanic & Latinx brands and authors

Need the perfect gift for a birthday, shower or the holidays? Our editors compiled a list of Hispanic- and Latinx-owned or founded businesses you need to know.

Real Parties: Lily & Rhyder’s floral picnic 1st birthday party

Flowers, friends and family make for an ideal birthday bash. See how Jayme and Noora threw the ultimate picnic party for their daughters in sunny LA.

Real Parties: Connor Y.'s traditional Korean 1st birthday

Dol or doljanchi is the traditional Korean celebration of a baby's first birthday. See what Connor Y.'s celebration in Los Angeles was like!

Real Parties: Chloe’s 7th birthday puppy pawty

From actual puppies to play with to cuddly plush ones to take home, Chloe's 7th birthday party in Encino, CA, is pawsitively awesome!

When to send out your wedding invitations

Our team of experts at Evite has put together a timeline to help you with timing when to send out your wedding invites.

This snack idea by Aliza J. Sokolow will get your kids eating plenty of fresh produce—seriously!

A colorful, kid-friendly, fruit-filled spin on the classic cheese board.

How to throw a summer party like you’re in the Hamptons

Throw a Hamptons-eqsue party in your own backyard.

When to throw a baby shower

Throwing a baby shower? Turn to the experts at Evite to learn about all things planning (including sending the perfect invitations).

Real Parties: Maverick’s Rookie Year

Award-winning Atlanta-based blogger Erica A. Thomas knocked it out of the park with her son Maverick's baseball-themed 1st birthday party.

How to throw a cheers-worthy dinner party

7 dinner party themes (and their matching invitations) for every #SummerSoirée vibe.

A berry easy summer cocktail recipe

Looking for the perfect mixed drink for your 4th of July party? This refreshing berry and mint cocktail recipe is sure to be a crowd favorite.

So… what am I supposed to write in a baby shower thank you card?

Need help with what to write in a baby shower thank you card? Evite has you covered with these helpful tips and examples.

When should you send your baby shower invitations?

The experts at Evite have outlined when to send out baby shower invitations to make your baby shower planning easier.

How to throw the perfect summer soirée

We’ve partnered with Avaline to create the ultimate cheers-worthy summer party guide.

Oh, baby! These are the top 10 games & activities for baby showers

Elevate your baby shower itinerary beyond the classic gift-giving and snack-serving combo with these fun games.

The 12 children’s books every baby shower registry needs

From classics like “Goodnight Moon” to new faves like “Hair Love,” see which kids' books expectant parents (and little ones) will love to receive and read.

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