About this vendor

Barbara Lundgren
Woman-owned
25 years in business
We speak English
3 team members
With more than 20 years of experience, Barb Wired, is a trusted name in wedding and event planning throughout Charlottesville, Richmond, and Washington, D.C. Led by founder and Charlottesville native Barbara “Barb” Lundgren, and Director Sarah Lamb, our team is committed to delivering personalized, seamless celebrations with exceptional service and attention to detail.
Together, Barb and Sarah bring decades of industry expertise, creative vision, and logistical precision to every event. From elegant vineyard weddings to chic city celebrations, we’re passionate about curating meaningful, stress-free experiences tailored to each couple’s unique story.
Barb has over 25 years of experience in event planning, including private estate parties, school events, exchange programs, and large-scale fundraisers. A graduate of the Leadership Charlottesville Class of 2000, she launched Barb Wired that same year and now leads up to 35 weddings annually across Virginia and beyond. Sarah, who started as an intern in 2016, now oversees event operations and planning logistics, bringing a fresh perspective and high-touch client care to every celebration.
Services Offered
Barb Wired offers a full spectrum of planning services to meet the needs of busy couples at any stage in the process:
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Complimentary initial consultation
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Budget planning and financial tracking
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Custom event design and styling
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Full and partial planning packages
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Timeline creation and task management
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Curated vendor referrals and management
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Contract review and vendor communications
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Weekend event coordination and execution
Serving Charlottesville, Richmond, Washington, D.C., and Beyond
We proudly serve couples across Charlottesville, Richmond, and Washington, D.C. Whether you’re envisioning a romantic vineyard ceremony, a refined city celebration, or a weekend-long gathering, our team is here to bring your vision to life with professionalism, creativity, and warmth.
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Barb and her team are highly praised for their exceptional planning and execution of weddings. They are described as professional, detail-oriented, and accommodating, with a thorough approach that leaves no detail overlooked. The team's expertise, communication, and ability to handle last-minute changes seamlessly impressed many clients, contributing to stress-free and flawless wedding experiences. Clients appreciated the team's industry contacts, vendor recommendations, and dedication, making them a valuable asset for successful wedding planning and execution.




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I love Barb! Just wonderful to work with, with a creative and flexible vision, artful style, and a down to earth reliability that makes her brides love her. And her staff is as amazing as she is! Wonderful.

Barb and her team are fantastic to work with! They are incredibly efficient and thorough and our clients love them - we cannot say enough good things about Barb Wired!
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