Inviting for cake cutting not dinner

The reception location holds 100 comfortably. Our guest list is well over that amount.

Is it rude to invite one set of people to the ceremony and reception for the buffet dinner and then invite another group of people for only the cake cutting and drinks.

The second set of people would be.... [Read more]

Using artificial flowers on a wedding cake

I am getting married July 2, 2005 and I have a 3 tier cake with 2 smaller cakes in the front of it. (Its all part of the wedding cake). The cake designer would like to use flowers. But in order to use real flowers, I know that it will be very expensive. Is it alright if I use artificial flowers on.... [Read more]

Announcing Cancelled Wedding and Reception

Hello ,

My problem was a few layers. When we announced our engagement and wedding date, we were already married in New York a few weeks before. This was not common knowledge to most of our family and friends. We set about planning a formal ceremony and reception and even mailed, "Save the date.... [Read more]

Can guest's colors be the same or close to bridal party?

I am attending a wedding at the end of October in New York. The service is at 3pm and the reception is at 6:00pm. Black tie optional was stated on the formal invitations. I have a lovely cocktail dress that is short in the front and long in the back and is a burgandy color with some beading. I.... [Read more]

Responsibility of being in the bridal party, but living out of town

I was asked to be in my friends bridal party who lives in Florida, I live in New York. I will not be able to attend her bridal shower due to the distance. What is my financial responsibility to help with the cost for the bridal shower? I have no problem with having no say in any decision making.... [Read more]