Who We Are

At Lane Stewart Events we create intentionally designed weddings in Richmond, Charlottesville, Northern Virginia and beyond. With an eye for detail, we ensure no aspect of your event is overlooked and your guests are wowed every step of the way. We have a broad range of experience in venue management, catering, interior design, and bridal fashion. Our team can provide a stress free planning experience from start to finish while creating a cohesive and intentional design.

Meet theTeam

Hi, I’m Alana! Lover of lattes, my dog, & charcuterie boards.  

My friends call me Lane and you can too! I live in Richmond, Virginia but always have a plane ticket booked for my next adventure. You can find me on my off weekends trying new restaurants, playing board games, and spending time with my family (those cute kids you always see aren’t mine- they’re my nephews!)

Family has always been the most important thing to me and is what inspired the sailboat seen in my logo! As a little girl my dad, Stewart (who I’m named after!) would sign his notes “Daddeo” accompanied by a line sketch of a sailboat. It is a constant reminder to always be willing to set sail on new adventures.

My favorite things!

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  • Vacationing by the water

  • Going on walks with my husband, James and our Australian Shepard, Hudson!

  • My tiny bff’s (my nephews- Landon & Dawson)

  • Visiting local coffee shops and exploring the city

  • Football- you can find me cheering on The Pittsburgh Steelers & Virginia Tech Hokies on all non wedding weekends!

 

Hi, I’m Melanie! Lover of patterned wedding linens, being a girl mom, and Starbucks iced peach green teas.  

I'm Melanie, and I am so glad you're here! I grew up in the Hampton Roads area, then attended James Madison University as a Theatre and Dance Major. Now, instead of performing on stage, I work on a different kind of production - weddings!

On non-wedding weekends, you'll find me hanging out with my little family somewhere in RVA - maybe a squirrels game, or a brewery! I am happiest at the beach in the Summer months, and never miss a Cowboys game in the Fall. We can't wait to get to know you too!


My favorite things!

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  • Cooking a delicious meal with my husband, Nathan while our daughter snacks in her high chair

  • Chatting on the phone with my mom (aka my bff)

  • Chicken wings- If you know me, you know I’ll never turn them down!

  • My top music on Spotify is always show tunes, although now baby music has taken over!

  • Watching all sports with my family- I am the BIGGEST Dallas Cowboys fan

 

“Melanie and Alana made our wedding day smooth and seamless. These two are consummate professionals! I can't imagine having anyone else on hand to execute our big day!”

— Sara, Bride