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Since March of 2004, my mission has been simple...to create beautiful floral designs for every client.
While awe-inspiring displays of towering floral arrangements, billowing fabric, and intricate lighting are the stuff that many Brides' floral dreams are made of, some only crave an intimate gathering of their absolute closest family and friends in the perfect setting.
For these Brides, elegantly simple and organic inspired designs which showcase the natural beauty of the flowers are exactly what are in order and exactly the type of designs that Floressence continues to be known for delivering time and time again.
From start to finish the process of selecting your wedding flowers will be handled with the utmost professionalism and care. I look forward to the chance to work with you.
ebony lashay smith, floressence
WEDDINGS
From the highly stylized and contemporary to the timeless and traditional, personal and meaningful touches dominate our design philosophy and will make your wedding flowers even more memorable to you and your guests as a result of our commitment to the smallest details.
Most flower shops have a storefront and therefore significant overhead costs. Floressence is an online based company. Our wedding floral designs are created in a private design studio and our fresh flowers and supplies are purchased on an event-oriented basis. This allows us to truly customize each wedding with the best and freshest product on the market.
Because our designs are also sold with a modest mark-up, Floressence is able to offer every client the most beautiful high-end designs and floral varieties at some of the most competitive pricing available in the Chicagoland area.
These cost-saving measures along with attention to detail and a personal touch makes Floressence an ideal match for today's conscious Bride.
While it is certainly one of the most exciting parts of planning your wedding, choosing flowers and decor can also be overwhelming. From the first consultation until you walk down the aisle, Floressence is there to provide advice, options and most importantly unmatched client service and support.
Please visit our contact page to receive more information. request pricing minimums, or to schedule a consultation.
GREEN WEDDINGS
Your wedding flowers should be as beautiful as the occasion they celebrate.
But what if their beauty didn't come at the cost of damage to the earth they grew in?
While many florists are jumping on the "green" bandwagon to keep up with current trends, Floressence has been offering clients the option to have organically grown, Veriflora, Free-Trade Certified or locally grown blooms for their weddings and events since our inception in 2004.
Through the years this commitment has granted us the opportunity of continuing to work alongside many conscious mined businesses such as Conscious Choice Magazine (now Mindful Metropolis), Allyu Spa and Greg Christian Catering.
Like Floressence, these companies have always and continue to share our point of view that "being green" requires commitment and dedication to a conscious lifestyle, not the latest trend.
Green weddings are part of a larger trend towards environmental consciousness and protection. It takes a florist with years of knowledge, experience and dedication in this relatively new sector of the floral industry to ensure that your "green" flowers are coming from a trusted and reliable source.
Please visit our contact page to get started discovering ways to bring mindful beauty to your celebration.
DIY
DIY---DESIGNS INSPIRED BY YOU
Every wedding season I receive inquiries from creative and budget savvy Brides who desire to be more hands on when it comes to their wedding floral and décor needs.
Whether it's providing your own glassware for the reception centerpieces, enlisting your Brother-in-Law to be to help make deliveries or anything in between...there are many creative and cost-saving options available to have your wedding floral "Designs Inspired by You..."
Please visit our contact page to receive more information on available DIY options for your wedding.
custom floral desings
CORPORATE DESIGN SERVICES
Well-designed, floral arrangements, plants and interior landscaping can undoubtedly enhance your business and create an excellent first impression for your clients and customers.
Residential design services are also available.
Whether a simple weekly arrangement for your front desk or a more elaborate design for for a product launch, press reception, or charity event, Floressence will visit your place of business or event site to assess the space as well as to offer professional advice on the most suitable flower and plant displays that will maximize the beauty of your surroundings.
Options begin as low as $45/week (including delivery) for corporate and residential accounts
Please visit our contact page to receive more information on our corporate design services or to request an estimate.
CLIENT LIST
Alluy Spa
Columbia College
Elizabeth Arden Salon & Day Spa
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse &
Wine Bar
Holiday Inn Rosemont
Mann Financial
Mindful Metropolis Magazine
Senior Lifestyle Corporation
Taste America Catering
Victoria Banquets
In the years I have been in business I have been fortunate to maintain relationships with my clients long after their wedding day or event has come to an end. As a result I am often asked:
"Can you send flowers to my aunt in California?"
"Where can I find unique wedding favors?"
"Can you recommend a local vendor for soy-based candles?"
"Where can my fiancé and I find the best products to help us lose weight and look great for the wedding?"
I thought, wouldnt it be wonderful to create a directory of trusted vendors in one easy and practical place for my clients? And so, The MarketPlace was born.
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FLORESSENCE IN THE NEWS!
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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
"Wow! What can I say about Ebony and her services? She was very attentive to my needs and wants. We met prior to the day and she had a mock up bouquet which looked beautiful and was exactly what I wanted!
Ebony's prices were very affordable and she goes above and beyond her price with the quality of her services. The day of the wedding I was quite surprised and very appreciative that my bouquet turned from beautiful at the first meeting to outstanding the day of...
We got so many compliments from everyone and I couldn't have been more pleased...
She delivered the flowers herself and was exactly on time. All flowers came fresh and beautiful. I HIGHLY recommend Ebony and Floressence for any occasion, you will not be disappointed."
---Liz, 2009
"The first time I talked to Ebony on the phone I knew I made the right decision! She was so sweet and patient throughout the whole process of planning my wedding flowers, even when I changed a bunch of things around at the last minute..."
---Amanda---June 2005
"You were amazing to work with throughout planning my wedding flowers and I couldn't have been happier!"
---Rebekah, March 2006
"Everything came out beautifully! Just like you said it would!"
---Electra, September 2007
"Thank you for doing a stunning job on the flowers!"
---Cassie, September 2007
"Doing business on the internet is the way the world works now. I was happy to find a florist that was talented and most importantly that didn’t seem to overcharge me.
---Joy, April 2008
"Thank you for everything! You made all our planning so much easier. It honestly was a pleasure working with such a professional and pleasant person."
---Angie, September 2008
"It was my second wedding but my fiancés first so it was important to him to have things be somewhat traditional. Floressence presented options for us to stay in our budget while at the same time staying true to my fiancés traditional wishes.
---Rachael, November 2008
"You are so talented! All I can say is WOW, the flowers were beautiful and I loved working with you!"
---Susan, January 2007
Please contact us for more information on available DIY options for your wedding.
CLASSES
Learn the art and science of floral design from the comfort of your own home! Throw a floral design themed event as a fun birthday party or "girls night in".
Or.. take a twist on the traditional Bachelorette party by hosting a design party where your Bridesmaids learn to create their own simple bouquets!
Design instruction is based on client needs and can include: centerpieces for weddings, parties or the home, corsages, boutonnières and bouquet work, simple vased arrangements from the classic to the contemporary.
Prices are determined based on the number of participants, style of design projects and variety of flowers used. All fresh flowers and foliage, vases, wire, floral tape, ribbon and supplies are included.
Floressence is also available to host floral design classes for your community college or continuing education center.
Please contact us for more information on scheduling a custom floral design class.
CONTACT
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info_floressencechicago.com
312.206.8407
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