Cake and punch reception ok?

My sister is getting married in an outdoor location. A Church is across the street, and she is reserving it in case of bad weather. Since she will be paying for the time regardless of use, would it be alright to have cake and a toast there after the wedding? The wedding will take place at 1 pm.... [Read more]

Wedding cake quantity

If you are expecting 200 - 220 guests (including the wedding party) Is a Bride's cake to serve 180 and a grooms cake to serve 80 enough? What is a general rule? The reception will not just have cake, there will be a full dinner and alcohol will be served. It is from 6 - 10 in the.... [Read more]

Wedding Cake Topper

Was not sure what area to post in so I just posted here I have already decided on my cake topper and I am concerned that the cake I want which will be cheesecake will not support it does anyone have any suggestions or reassurances to help me out this is the topper we are going to use.... [Read more]

Toasting Glasses and Wedding Cake Servers Necessary?

I have a strange question to ask. In many stores they sell Bride and Groom Champagne Glasses and Cake Cutting tools. Are we expected to purchase these items for our wedding reception or are basic versions normally provided by the Reception Hall? My fiance and I do not like champagne and besides.... [Read more]

How to know what size wedding cake to order?

Every wedding planning schedule or timeline I've seen says to order the wedding cake several months before the wedding, most often it's listed prior to mailing the invitations.

This makes no sense to me, or to my fiance. How do you know how many people will attend, therefore what size cake is.... [Read more]