Summer: the party season.
Taylor Swift's Fourth of July bashes, Sofia Vergara's summer fiestas and the over-the-top joint birthday celebrations for North West and Penelope Disick. What do all these events have in common? All you need is a backyard and some imagination. If you're thinking it's too late in the season, look no further than the social feed of Gabrielle Union for proof that there's still time to host your own summer soirée.
Who is ready for some margaritas?
The cover star for the September issue of Health is living her best life, which she said means "creating comfortable spaces where I have real joy in my work, in my home, in my marriage, with the kids." She's described in the article as the "kind of woman other women want to hang out with," and we can totally see why.
The actress recently shared photos of what she dubbed the #houseoffriends: specialty margarita lessons, good food and an inevitable dance party turned concert. And when Olivia Munn is involved, you know things are bound to get fun.
It actually doesn't take much to pull off this kind of an event yourself, as long as you've got the essentials, which include a big table, the right equipment and a stellar crew. Of course, you'll want to pick a great tequila as well (Gabrielle recommends Casamigos of George Clooney fame).
Scroll through our list of margarita night must-haves so you can live it up like Gabrielle Union and her gang.
With these simple items, you're ready to start organizing. Who will be on your guest list?