For those of you just catching up, we've shaken up our world and split the Weddlady blog into two separate blogs. If you're looking for the best available information about Williamsburg weddings, head over to The Williamsburg Wedding Blog and read Why Williamsburg? a post exploring the reasons couples and wedding pros alike love the 'burg. If you're here on a reconnaisance mission as a planner, trying to figure out how I've managed to stay in business, or what makes a planner tick, read the n... Read Full Story

Blog Reminder First, a reminder that The World According to Weddlady blog is now two new blogs, one for couples hoping to marry in or around Williamsburg, Virginia: www.thewilliamsburgweddingblog.com, and one that is still in development about Life in Planning (wedding planning that is...). The Williamsburg Wedding Blog Today on The Williamsburg Wedding Blog, read our newest "Faces of Williamsburg Weddings" profile about Niki Worrell of the Williamsburg Nanny Agency, an incredible local comp... Read Full Story

If you have found The World According to Weddlady for the first time, please note that we have changed formats and have split "The World" into the brand new "The Williamsburg Wedding Blog" and an upcoming industry blog entitled "Life in Weddings"! This week on The Williamsburg Wedding Blog we launched a new series, "Faces of Williamsburg Weddings" with profiles of the region's best wedding professionals. Read about: Brad Howe of Brad Howe Photography Ken Jaworski of Dreams in Motion, LLC and,... Read Full Story

A long-time dream has come true. I need to back up for a moment and explain that I have experienced challenges with my beloved project "The World According to Weddlady".  The "World" was my first blog, and over the last several years I have enjoyed the praise of many loyal fans (at least two of whom aren't actually related to me).  However, I've come to refer to the "World" as "Bi-Polar". The majority of my regular readership is actually other coordinators and local pros, with frequent visits... Read Full Story

It has been an incredible month here at Williamsburg Wedding Design, with so many exciting new things rolling out as we speak.  We're finalizing a lot of neat negotiations, so much of it is still in "secret" stage, but I'm allowed to leak little bits here and there for my favorite readers!  Stay tuned this week for some incredible blog news, and check in frequently to find out the ways we are planning to revolutionize your Williamsburg wedding experience.  I will feed you as much info as I ca... Read Full Story

Just a quick note that tomorrow's "Ideas Are Blooming" open house at The Flower Cupboard has been postponed for various, really good reasons.  We will announce a new date soon.  If you'll be in the area and want to schedule a consultation, I still have some slots left for the weekend, so don't hesitate to call! Thank you! Shayna Walker, Owner Williamsburg Wedding Design Read Full Story

On Sunday, I stared at my lunch for a while before taking a bite. A wave of concern and uncertainty hit me as I gazed at something alarming (Really, it's scary.  Take a look). After the initial shock, I was overtaken with fits of giggles, followed by sudden clarity: there were several things every couple could learn from my lunch! When you look at this stunning photo of gourmet “greatness”, remember that my lunch may have just saved your wedding! What you can learn from my lunch: 1. P... Read Full Story

Although there are plenty of people who hate references to the economy as related to the wedding business right now, I think this particular post is bound to at least make engaged couples and their families quite happy.  Right now is one of the best opportunities you will ever have to save on the wedding of your dreams. Much like opportunities for buyers in the housing markets, renters in the commercial real estate market, and anyone hoping to snag a super-cheap super-cool vehicle, this luxur... Read Full Story

Williamsburg is getting its own trolleys!  According to an article on today's Williamsburg-Yorktown Daily website, the newest addition to Williamsburg's tourism industry will be both fun and convenient, especially for wedding guests wanting to get around town in the late afternoon and evening! Photograph taken from the Williamsburg-Yorktown Daily article, which can be viewed in full here: The Williamsburg Trolley is Here! Read Full Story

We have some random thoughts thrown together today. I'm reviving a favorite post of mine from December, 2007: "Do You Love Them Thi$$ Much?".  If you're trying to save on your overall budget and/or have decided to have an enormous wedding party for any reason, read this post first. Also take a look at our updated 2009-2010 Calendar and Availability Page.  If you've checked it recently you'll notice that we've doubled the number of confirmed bookings on our calendar in the last two weeks.  Coi... Read Full Story