Barb Wired Event Management & Consultation

ew we were in knowledgable, organized, & helpful hands. Throughout the wedding planning, she & Abby kept us on track with their organizational skills, enthusiasm, & attention to detail. From the initial vendor selection to last minute day of events, their communication remained impeccable. Barb kept in close contact with emails, check ins, and willingly set up phone calls. From the initial consult through the wedding day, Barb & Abby were with us every step of the way. From the largest to the smallest detail, they had it covered with suggestions and solutions while incorporating our ideas and choices. As mother of the bride, I valued the pep talks, patience, and kindness every step of the way. The wedding day went smoothly & stress-free in large part due to the team’s calm and confident approach. Every detail had been worked out, but they were prepared for any potential mishap. Many of our guests remarked on the team’s helpfulness & professionalism. Most importantly, Barb, Abby, and team allowed us to joyfully enjoy the wedding celebration with our family and friends while leaving the details in their confident hands. At the end of the evening, I felt like I said good-bye to old friends!

f, and helped make our day a success on a short timeline. Abby put in a lot of effort in carrying out the week of needs.

he wire (no pun intended). Couldn't be happier with their awesome service! I will miss working with them!

t, etc. which kept our overall stress levels low. She was also amazing in the couple of weeks before wedding day by providing highly detailed schedules and timelines for the entire weekend. We could not have done it without Barb and Abby!

uestions and timelines started coming in and there was a feeling we were going to get divorced before we got married! With Barb Wired we had easy to manage checklists, great vendor recommendations, and the answer to any questions that arose. Barb is outrageously responsive and her depth of experience is obvious. Abby gave lovely insights into our websites, hotel blocks, and our side events (welcome drinks and brunch). You only get one chance to get a wedding right and having Barb and Abby made it go off without a hitch and with minimal stress. Everytime I mentioned Barb Wired to my now husband he would say without a beat that they were “worth every penny”.

, and brought a calm, no-fuss vibe to every interaction. Abby brings attention to detail, can-do, insights on the digital aspects of planning and impeccable day-of service. I can't say enough about this team. We had the easiest, not-a-single-wrinkle wedding thanks to Barb and Abby. Guests are still telling us it was "the best wedding I've ever been t

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king with them. I cannot recommend them highly enough! Thank you for making our wedding weekend an absolute dream.

s service backed by real experience. What made Barb Wired so essential to our event was two things: the connections to the best vendors available and the professionalism of the staff, particularly Abby. To see the way Abby remained calm and focused under any circumstance was a credit to her as well as Barb Wired as a whole. Beyond support in connecting us with vendors and keeping us on track of the course of planning, it was the day-of coordination that was invaluable. With the Barb Wired team present, there was nothing for me and my new husband to do but enjoy our celebration with our family and friends. The on-site staff was incredibly accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed and helping us track down whatever wasn't directly in front of us. The trust we had in Abby and Barb made it easy to take a step back and enjoy taking in as much of the day as possible. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Barb Wired to anyone in need of event planning services.

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wedding planner. First, we have already done a big chunk of the work. Second, we were planning a middle eastern wedding so we weren’t sure if wedding planners would get what that entails. We were very wrong. Barb went above and beyond in every dimension. There were so many fine details details we were unaware of that needed to be arranged before hand like lunch for bridesmaids and a steaming plan for the dress. She had more people on the ground on the day of the wedding and was able to keep our wedding organized. She thought of everything including the little details that we would never think of on our own. We highly recommend her to make your big day special and memorable. Barb helped navigate so many situations that came up during the wedding planning process and communicated with vendors. You simply can not enjoy your day without having a team like barbs iron out those details. She was experienced, she knew exactly how to run the day and create a timeline we wanted to fit everything in. Her and her team helped our magical weekend wedding dreams come true. They were always very patient and responsive. We absolutely reccomend them without hesitation! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

home into a venue. She made several visits to our home at some significant distance to plan and coordinate. She and her team went above and beyond in many ways.

provided a roadmap and support, from caterers to the band to florists. Barb knows the business and knows the vendors. She never imposed but when asked, always provided her wisdom and insight. When Virginia Governor imposed COVID mandates at farms and wineries, she kept me informed and when the time came, she found another venue for the wedding- just 6 weeks out. Yes. We moved the whole thing. She didn’t miss a beat! Hannah’s wedding was stunning. She enjoyed her day as did me and my husband!! We adore her. She is all business- but you will find her heart for her brides is uncompromising.

ghout the planning process. We could not have made a better choice than Barb Wired. Barb assisted us at every step of the planning process. My husband is Persian, and Barb helped us to seamlessly coordinate two separate ceremonies – an Episcopalian ceremony and a traditional Persian Sofreh Aghd. She also helped us find a beautiful location for the ceremonies and reception, suggested an incredible caterer with a talented chef, secured transportation and accommodations for our guests, and coordinated the timeline for the day with our many other vendors – just to provide a few examples. Having attended very few weddings ourselves, we were unsure of what to expect. Barb provided us with suggestions and feedback based on her previous experience but respected our decision if we chose to go in a different direction. Once my husband and I had agreed on our vision for the wedding, she worked hard with the other vendors to make it happen. She was quick to respond to every call and email, regardless of the day and time. It was such a comfort to know that we could come to her with any question or complication, and she would look for a solution with positivity and enthusiasm. She really treated us like family. On the day of the wedding, Barb brought a support team to help make sure everything went smoothly. We felt confident that they would be able to handle any issues we encountered. We are so grateful for the care and attention with which the Barb Wired team oversaw our wedding. It was a beautiful day, and everything went according to the plan. We are so glad we chose to work with this team, and we highly recommend them.

r a wedding planner, I read a review that said "STOP! You have found the one!" I cannot second that statement enough! Barb truly is the one, the Fairy Godmother! From our first conversation, she was very professional, fun, helpful, and excited for our wedding. I always looked forward to each of our talks as I knew she was going to calm me down, help me cross things off a to-do list, or plan a little more and she was always as excited as I was. As the wedding day came closer, she and her team helped to ensure everything was in order and we would be stress free. During the venue walkthrough, rehearsal, and wedding day, Barb and her team ensured everything ran smoothing! Our families received many compliments about how wonderfully everything went and how great Barb's team was! I could go on and on about how amazing Barb and her team is, but the bottom line is I strongly recommend Barb Wired to any bride! I am certain you will be just as happy as my husband and I!

ss day/evening and it shows! I was never once stressed because I knew they had everything under control. If you or someone you know is getting married I would strongly suggest getting a wedding planner and there is no one like Barb Wired!!!

e and groom live in LA and 99% of the guests came in from out of town, out of state and out of country. I could not have hosted this wedding without her. I was surprised that my daughter, who works in the fundraising and event planning field, wanted to hire an event planner. Best decision. Smart daughter. She hired Barbara because, compared to others she spoke to, Barbara LISTENED and explained how she would execute the ideas my daughter had for her day. Barbara came up with a decor plan using personal items that came from Ohio and complemented them with items from her own inventory. She was organized, calm, professional and always had the perfect solution for dilemmas that come up when working with limited budgets and managing 150 out-of-town guests. Our guests are still talking about how organized everything was, how friendly Barbara and her staff were, not realizing that she kept everything moving according to a very strict timeline. She knew all the ins and outs of having a ceremony at UVA Chapel, parking, security, traffic patterns, quick getaways and all our vendors were all familiar and comfortable dealing with her. It broke our hearts that Barbara had a very personal tragedy in the loss of her father the week before my daughter's wedding. At that point we understood that she needed to be with her family but she scheduled emails and calls late at night. It made an impression on me because my 93 year old father travelled from Australia for the wedding. She ELIMINATED any stress in the days before and on the wedding day. Her staff loaded up our cars with all the items we brought from Ohio and we drove off 10 minutes after the last guests had left! Priceless! Barbara became a friend with whom I hope to keep in touch. My daughter and I miss our contact with her.

we became engaged, we knew we wanted our wedding to be in Charlottesville as the town holds a special place in our hearts for various reasons. As I began planning, I quickly became overwhelmed by the challenges of organizing a wedding from a distance. I realized I was not familiar with local venues and vendors, and on top of that, a three hour time difference and miles of distance made coordinating phone calls and meetings difficult. We hired Barbara and everything changed. Barbara is very well connected and highly respected within the Charlottesville wedding industry. After our first conversation, I knew I was in good hands. Barbara spoke with me for over an hour—asking questions about myself, my style, my vision, and my family. Planning became fun as Barbara guided us every step of the way. Despite the distance between us, Barbara always made time for my calls and was always extremely prompt in her email responses. She is a busy lady, but she always made me feel like I was her first priority—I truly don’t know how she did it! Of course throughout the year there were times where we’d feel like we wouldn’t possibly get everything done or couldn’t possibly find a solution to a logistics problem. We’d call Barbara in a panic, and she would always have the answer. We’d hang up the phone feeling organized and relieved. We even had a catchphrase we used throughout planning—“I freaking love Barbara”. This was used in text, email and phone conversations with my mother and my husband all year long. She had a solution for everything, and we “freaking loved her” for it. I am admittedly a “type A” person who also has a lot of ideas—a handful of a combination! Barbara helped me edit and worked with me to execute an event that was elegant, cohesive, and more beautiful than I ever could have imagined. We are forever grateful to Barbara and to her incredible team for working so hard to create such a perfect day for us. Debra, Carmen, Lauren, Shelly and the rest of the Barb Wired staff took such care and paid such close attention to every last detail. Through the hustle and bustle of the day, they were always smiling and ready to jump in and assist with whatever was needed. The wedding truly was flawless, and I know everything ran so smoothly because of the hard work of dedicated and passionate people. My husband and I were able to enjoy our guests and relax at our reception knowing Barbara and her team were taking care of everything behind the scenes. This was especially appreciated as many of our guests traveled to Charlottesville from out of state or from overseas. Seeing Barbara the morning of my wedding was like seeing a friend. I was so happy to see her and have her with me. Aside from being an incredible event planner, therapist :) and voice of reason, Barbara is a lovely, warm, caring person. I truly feel I made a wonderful friend in her and I look forward to staying in touch. To those beginning the wedding planning process—do yourselves a favor and hire Barbara. I promise she’ll take great care of you! Thank you again to Barbara and the outstanding team at Barb Wired!

ing taken advantage of. It feels like you have no one on your side. Barb and her team are there for YOU and you only - they are YOUR advocates and will help you navigate a complicated industry so that you have the best experience possible.

needed them. Particularly in the last couple of months, Barb and her staff were absolute lifesavers, coordinating all our vendors' details and saving us innumerable headaches. They were warm and personable without being pushy, and respected our needs and wants while offering their own (usually spot-on) ideas in a straightforward and low-key manner. The day-of coordination was seamless, and it was a huge relief to be able to tell the guests who came to ask us for logistical details, "just ask the lady with the clipboard--she's the boss." Our only regret is that we don't have "the lady with the clipboard" to run the rest of our lives!

ts on time (!) while making the weekend stress-free for the entire wedding party.

isions I made throughout the whole planning process. Shelly Su of Barb Wired helped coordinate arrival times for vendors, floor plans, timelines, etc. There was so much she took care of those last few weeks that I have no idea how I would've put it all together without them! When problems arose, Shelly and her assistant Morgan didn't even break a sweat, and instead took the initiative to try to fix it (florist issues...) and I hardly knew anything was wrong. They kept us in line with the timeline and they were flexible if changes needed to be made, like postponing father/daughter dance to circulate with our guests. During the honeymooon, all my husband and I could talk about was how absolutely perfect the wedding day was, and we know it wouldn't have been as smooth without Shelly and Morgan. I seriously do not know what I would've done without them and cannot thank them enough. Thanks, Shelly and Morgan!!