Your Must-Read Advice for Throwing the Best Party Ever -- Apartment Therapy's Guide to the Perfect Summer

We've had so much fun bringing you all the tips and inspiration we think you'll need to host a summer gathering, whether you choose to host a backyard barbecue or movie night, a brunch, a cocktail party or some other kind of gathering that brings together your favorite friends. But our favorite part of bringing you ideas this summer? Hearing about your tips and experience with throwing a party.