The Best Wedding Florists in Lake Bluff, IL

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109 Wedding Florists in Lake Bluff, IL

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AGS Event Creations 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

AGS Event Creations is a Chicago area wedding flowers and event rentals company. We are known for our attention to detail. Our services include not only designing stunning wedding flowers in Chicago area but providing variety of décor rental elements that can transform any space into a romantic and beautiful event. We serve the entire Chicago-land area especially suburban areas, as well as, Downtown Chicago. Our vision for all our clients is to create a magical experience by helping them during their wedding planning journey and to help them transform their event space by using exquisite floral designs and décor elements.

AGS Event Creations was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication was clear, professional, and friendly throughout the entire process. The quality of their work and value provided was extremely high - the floral arrangements they delivered far exceeded my expectations, and I received so many compliments on the stunning centerpieces. As a couple, we always try to support privately owned family businesses like AGS Events, and they truly went above and beyond to make our special day even more beautiful. I would recommend them to any couple planning their wedding without hesitation.
Michelle D., 5 months ago
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Goodlove Arts 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Located in Elgin, IL, we are a boutique floral design studio focused on creating unique wedding arrangements tailored to your vision. We know that flowers play a significant role in your celebration, and we are committed to making sure they reflect your unique style and personality. Whenever possible, we source fresh, high-quality blooms from local gardens and farms to ensure the very best quality for your special day.

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From the beginning Sherri was so kind, thoughtful and helpful, with great advice on what would work best for the budget and style we wanted. She was great at updating on what she needed from me and the whole client flow from proposal to the day before setup was easy. She made sure I loved each flower she choose and found exactly what I was looking for, right down to local flowers! I would book her again in an instant, she was flexible with setup time and truly went above and beyond to make it exactly what we dreamed of, it wouldn't have been the same without her.
Esther V., 6 months ago
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Petal Station 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Since 2001, Petal Station (formerly known as Trudy’s Flowers and BouqBox) has proudly served the local communities in the Greater Chicago region. We only source the best and freshest blooms and greens to produce the most elegant floral arrangements for our customers.

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Petal Station was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was clear, helpful, and receptive throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly beautiful and memorable - they made the floral arrangements for our ceremony and reception look stunning and exactly how we envisioned. We never had a worry about our flowers, as everything was so clear and easy to work with. Petal Station played a big role in making our special day feel so perfect and we would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Olivia D., 7 months ago
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Lamassu Floral & Event 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We bring nature’s vibrant colors wherever you want them! Beautiful centerpieces, bouquets, backdrops and so much more. LAMASSU floral designs are anything but ordinary. Made up of professionals with excellent education and practical know-how, we are a brand that always works with enthusiasm. We value creativity and follow the lead of the client. Up to date with the latest trends, but never forgetting tradition and timeless styles, we are never short on diversity and imagination.

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Working with Martin and the Lamassu team was a great experience! The hard work, creativity and talent that was put into our wedding did not go unnoticed. Everything turned out beautifully, all the florals were exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!
Gloria, 2 years ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

***Pricing, options, and the process can be found on our website.*** Welcome to our award-winning flower preservation company, the nation's leading expert in heirloom keepsakes- meticulously handcrafted in small batches. We offer professional flower preservation services so you can cherish your wedding bouquet flowers forever! Accepting fresh, dried, and artificial bouquets from across the USA. All couples welcome. Let us turn your special flowers into a cherished piece of art. Limited availability, book your spot today!

Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation was an outstanding choice for our wedding flowers. From the start, their communication was clear, very responsive, and they thoroughly answered all of our questions. The quality of their work was truly spectacular - we now have beautiful centerpieces for our home that will forever remind us of our special day. The flowers were high quality and exceeded our expectations. We couldn't have been happier with Bupp Woodworks & Designs and would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Natalia O., a year ago
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Sweety Dream INC. 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL
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Sweety Dream creates elegant, custom wedding florals designed to bring your vision to life — without stress, hidden fees, or strict minimums. Based in Huntley, IL, we serve couples across Chicago suburbs and Milwaukee with thoughtfully designed bouquets, ceremony installations, and reception florals. Whether you’re planning an intimate wedding or a full celebration, every design is tailored to your style using fresh, high-quality blooms. Let’s create something beautiful for your wedding.

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Svitlana and team’s florals completely elevated our wedding. I truly don’t think it would have looked as magical as it did without her florals! She did SUCH a beautiful job capturing the romantic, garden-party vibe. I got SO many compliments on the florals! My bouquet was GORGEOUS. I loved the colors. I wish I had had plans to professionally preserve it, but I pressed a few flowers from it. The wedding ceremony decor was so lush, and she even added some extra small details to the aisle/ chairs! For the reception we had round tables, plus one long table for the head table with a garland, and it was perfect. 100% go with Sweety Dream, you will not regret it!!
Amelia S., 5 months ago
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Love & Light Wedding and Event Floristry 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Full service, independent wedding florist serving all of Chicagoland and Southeastern Wisconsin including Milwaukee. I believe that your wedding flowers should reflect your blended, personal styles and accent your attire and event space, not steal the show.

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I would absolutely recommend Annette for florals for your wedding! Our flowers turned out absolutely amazing! Annette was so great throughout the entire process. She is the sweetest, most kind woman and showed us that she truly cared about helping make our day special! She nailed our vision! Whenever I had doubts or was unsure on a specific design, she always helped me make a decision with her expertise, but I loved that it never felt forced and she was very particular about making me feel that it was truly whatever I wanted. This was huge! Annette was so professional and was so easy to work with. I don’t know what we would have done without her. Thank you, Annette!
Lyndsay C., 5 months ago
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Larkspur & Leo Artisan Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We offer full-service floral and décor design, customized to your desired style, including handheld florals, wearable floral accessories, ceremony and reception floral décor, display arrangements and large installations. We also offer Grab-N-Go floral bunches for our most DIY-savvy clients. In addition to creatively designed florals, we also offer a wide variety of rental decor, textile and linen direction, decor management, and day-of coordination services.

One of my favorite Lake County florists! Meet Andrea just once at Larkspur & Leo and she will quickly become one of your favorites, too. Her floral design is always eye-popping.
Rev. Michael V., 8 months ago
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Mayfield Flowers 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Operated by two sisters in the suburbs of Chicago, Mayfield Flowers prides itself on exceptional service, products of the highest quality and steadfast dedication to you, the client. Whether you have a distinct vision or are not quite sure where to start, we will work with you to ensure your special day is presented exactly as you would like it to be. From chic hand-tied bouquets to elegant centerpieces, we provide only the freshest flowers at the peak of their beauty.

We had an incredible experience with Mayfield Flowers. From the very beginning, Keely took the time to truly understand our vision, checking in with us throughout the process and thoughtfully working within our budget. The final result completely exceeded our expectations! We received so many compliments; some folks even said they were the most beautiful wedding flowers they'd ever seen. Honestly, the moment I saw my bouquet, I immediately started making flower preservation plans...the morning of the wedding! I can’t recommend Keely and Mayfield Flowers highly enough.
Emma R., 22 days ago
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Florist & Hound Design 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

PLEASE INQUIRE DIRECTLY ON OUR WEBSITE. We do not answer inquiries on this platform since we are charged to connect with you. A boutique floristry studio focused on sustainability and artistic design. Our mission is to elevate spaces, evoke emotion, and create lasting memories. We pride ourselves on our curated luxurious designs, highlighting contemporary style with Neoclassical grandeur. We welcome the moody, those with a flair for the dramatic, and statement makers.

When I first met Klaudia not even two years ago, I was a little wary because she her business was so new. Sometimes even the most seasoned florists can be a little challenging to work with--difficult to reach, lack of clarity in proposals, etc.--so I had my guard up. However, Klaudia blew me away! Not only is she an incredibly talented designer, she's a true pro who is so on top of her game. She's the total package. I recommend her very highly and frequently bring clients to her because I know she will do an amazing job every time!
Kate Reavey, 6 years ago
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Polly's Petals 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Polly Klein, AIFD, CFD, is proprietor, artist and designer. Certified for floral design. We have been in business for 20 years and located in Libertyville, Illinois which is Northern Lake County. We serve communities from the Chicagoland area to Southeastern Wisconsin. We combine high quality, distinctive, flowers and stunning décor to bring your vision for your event to life. We insist on quality, have high standards for customer service and continue our education in the floral and special events industry.

I always envisioned having a floral crown for my wedding. Ended up having them for the entire bridal party in various sizes. They held up amazingly & smelled so good all night!
Courtney C., 3 years ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 
Rating: 4.9 (92 reviews)
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Something Borrowed Blooms is the premier rent-and-return floral and décor company in the U.S., offering beautifully curated premium silk floral collections. Couples who choose to rent typically save up to 70% compared to the cost of traditional fresh flowers. Our collections include everything you need for your wedding day, from bridal and bridesmaid bouquets to boutonnieres, garlands, centerpieces, aisle markers, cake flowers, swags, flower combs and crowns, wedding décor, and more. Each design is thoughtfully curated to create a cohesive, elevated look from ceremony to reception.

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We loved using Something Borrowed Blooms for our wedding flowers. We used them for my bridal bouquet, bridesmaid bouquets, and extra flower bunches to decorate around our venue, and everything turned out beautifully. I even purchased my bridal bouquet so I could display it forever, and it still looks just as stunning. Everyone kept commenting on how realistic and well put together the flowers looked, even more so than some real flower arrangements we’ve seen. It was such a relief not to have to worry about keeping anything in water or paying the high price of fresh florals. The flowers arrived at our venue a few days early, and the return process afterward was incredibly easy. I would recommend Something Borrowed Blooms to any bride who wants a beautiful, stress-free floral option!
Andrea G., 9 months ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (78 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

In 2013, 8-year wedding veteran Amy McCord Jones realizes she wouldn't be able to afford to hire her own floral services if she was a bride. Then, Amy discovers that there is basically zero help available for DIY brides. No flower recipes. No instructions. No access to florist-grade blooms. Rude. So she launches Flower Moxie! Flower Moxie remains a humble, tucked-away small business out of Oklahoma City. We don’t zoom around on scooters in some fancy high-rise. We stock an average kitchen with canned wine and Aldi chips and listen to true crime podcasts while photographing curvy ranunculus. Join us. There’s cake, hugs, and acceptance here.

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My daughter’s wedding was last Friday and it was absolutely perfect. We ordered flowers a few weeks before the wedding and got our first box no problem. The second box with the rest of the order was coming from a different location and UPS made a mistake with our address. If made me so nervous and I thought we are not going to have time to put flowers together but luis stepped in and resolved this situation very professionally. We got our flowers the same day and I can’t thank him enough for acting quickly and being incredibly helpful all they way. All of the flowers that came in looked great. My friend getting married in a few month and I would highly recommend Moxie Flowers to him and everyone who is having a wedding or any other event. A!!!
natalia b., 2 years ago
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The Faux Bouquets 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
  • Starts at $175
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Believe it or not, we often have people ask if our pictures throughout our website are showing a mix of fresh and faux and…no they aren’t! Although fresh florals are pretty, we are totally in love with poser-blooms all the way here and that’s what we design 100% of our orders with.

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Use The Faux Bouquets! I know there are a lot of options out there for faux florals, but this company really stands out. Absolutely gorgeous selections. We chose one of the more basic options because of our color scheme but there were so many more stunning, fun and colorful options out there as well! We used them for the bouquets and boutonnieres and it made life so easy. No need to worry about the flowers staying alive or getting water stains on your dresses. We had everything in bins ready to go before wedding day. Great pricing. The bouquets are so full and you can see the thought that goes into choosing the colors, type, and placement of each flower. The company communication is quick, kind, informative, and they are just all around amazing!
Caley, 5 months ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL
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🌹 WE ARE NOT FRESH FLOWER FLORISTS. WE WORK WITH WOOD & FAUX FLOWERS. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE THIS IN YOUR REPLY. 🌹 Wood & Word Blooms is run by a Jen Angle, former teacher of 20+ years and specializes in using hand-painted wood flowers along with a faux, dried and preserved florals (nothing fresh here) to bring your wedding vision to life not just for that one glorious day but forever. Besides designing for you, I also offer DIY Wood Flower Experiences to create your wedding florals alongside me in person or virtually and 1:1 sessions to help DIY brides learn to do it themselves.

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Working with Wood & Word Blooms for our wedding florals was an easy process from start to finish. Their communication style was very straightforward, making it simple to order exactly what we wanted. The quality of their sola wood floral designs was excellent - my bouquet was a dream come true, with intricate details and a beautiful shape. They provided great example options to choose from, and the value was very good for the beautiful work they delivered. Just be sure to order with plenty of lead time, as their creations take time for production and shipping. Overall, we were thrilled with Wood & Word Blooms and highly recommend them for any couples planning their wedding flowers.
Lizz & M., 9 months ago
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YJDecorating 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

YJDecorating is Chicago’s Premiere Wedding and Special Event Decorating Company. We are proud to be the “One Source” for all of your Wedding Floral & Event Decor. We offer a wide range of services including Floral Design, Backdrops, Chuppahs & Drapery, Venue Lighting & Effects, Event Furniture Rentals and more. Our vast experience in the wedding and event industry makes us the top choice for Chicagoland weddings and events. We pride ourselves as a detail oriented company that is extremely passionate about every event we produce.

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Yvonne, the owner herself, and her team did a fantastic job with the mandap/chuppah design and decoration for our wedding. Her entire process is highly customer-oriented; she attends to all the details that matter to the couple and their family members, including design, budget, and execution. As a decorator, she was candid about what would make our wedding special and consistently informed us about necessary expenses, ensuring that the mandap design remained budget-friendly. For anything related to weddings, parties, or receptions, I highly recommend YJ Decorating.
Karan R., 2 years ago
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Exquisite Events and Floral Design 
Rating: 4.7 (19 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Exquisite Events and Floral Design is a Full-service Event planning, Decorating, and Floral design company that provides stunning decors. Our experienced wedding planner provides exquisite design that defines your vision and help create the magical event you’ve always dreamed of. We start with a personal consultation where we get to know your style and your stories. Then we combine meticulous planning with impeccable attention to detail to plan the wedding of your dreams. Which leaves you free to relax and enjoy the most important day of your lives.”

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Bukky .. Bukky .. Bukky.. Where do I even start.. throughout the entire wedding process she has been absolutely AMAZING. Her and the Team took care of us from the start of us inquiring, leading alll the way up to our wedding day. The fact that she has a schedule full of couples but still manages to give her all to everyone is absolutely outstanding. It’s clear that she’s a professional and knows how to plan a wedding with passion , trust and commitment. We are soo greatful for you beyond words, thank you for truly caring about us , we felt soo closely connected with you through the whole entire time!! Our wedding day was absolutely beautiful and seamless because of you. Exquisite Events and Floral Design will not miss a beat and will make sure you are satisfied !!! You make this look easy even though it isnt!!! Whoever goes with Bukky will absolutely be taken care of !!! -Love from the Gales !!
Jenny and J., 8 months ago
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Dreamscapes Wedding Floral Designs 
Rating: 4.8 (16 reviews)
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We are a small, boutique style florist on the south side of Chicago serving all of Chicagoland, NW IN, and S WI. We work closely with each and every couple to ensure their day is as unique as them; from city to country, and everything style in between!

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Dreamscapes Wedding Floral Designs was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, their communication was timely, transparent, and incredibly detailed. Amanda, the owner, took the time to truly understand our vision and made sure every floral element was executed beautifully. The bouquets and ceremony decor were all vibrant, colorful, and of the highest quality. Amanda was a recommendation from my family members, as she had also done the flowers for 3 of our other family weddings, and I'm so glad we trusted their glowing reviews. She most definitely exceeded our expectations and helped make our special day even more perfect. I would highly recommend Dreamscapes Wedding Floral Designs to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and reliable florist.
Mary Kate Q., a year ago
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Exclusive Flowers and Decor 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

About Us – Exclusive Flowers and Decor | Cleveland, Ohio At Exclusive Flowers and Decor, we specialize in creating luxurious, vibrant, and culturally decor experiences for Indian weddings across Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. From elaborate mandaps and mehndi night decor to stunning garlands, centerpieces, and reception backdrops, we understand the beauty, symbolism, and tradition behind every element. Whether you're planning a Hindu, Sikh, Muslim, or fusion wedding, we bring your vision to life with breathtaking details and a seamless planning experience. Our team is experienced in blending traditional aesthetics with modern elegance.

The decorations were bright and beautiful, and the theme was perfectly executed."
Hanisha P., 10 months ago
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The Local Petaler 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

The Local Petaler is a wedding and event floral design studio based in St. Charles, IL. The business started as a part-time venture just over 4 years ago in my mom's garage and quickly blossomed (awful pun) into a full-fledged career. With at least 100 weddings produced under The Local Petaler and countless others worked on as a freelance designer for other companies, I've done a little bit of everything at every venue. You're in good hands!

Jen made our wedding more beautiful than we had ever imagined. She gave us a good feeling from the start because of how passionate she is about her business. She was very communicative and upfront with us about costs (no surprise fees) as well as with what was doable or not in our price range. We never got the feeling that she was trying to upsell us on anything which was a huge relief because that can happen often in the industry. She listened to what we were envisioning and gave her input in a constructive manner (some of our favorite parts of the florals were Jen's ideas), and she also was honest with telling us if something was outdated or wouldn't fit with our aesthetic which we appreciated because we aren't experts on florals! She gave us the great idea to repurpose the bridesmaid bouquets for the reception centerpieces, which was the best decision we made because it was more practical and friendly for our budget. Overall, if you're looking for a small business owner to brighten your day, look no further than Jen because she will put her all into making your wedding or event beautiful.
Kelly M., a year ago
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Naperville Florist 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Named Best of Florists every year by Naperville Magazine! Ranked Top 100 florist nationwide by Teleflora every year since 2010! Naperville Florist has been proudly serving the Chicagoland communities since 1993. We are family-owned and operated and are committed to offering only the finest fresh arrangements. We offer excellent wedding arrangements along with free consultations. Because all of our customers are important, we are dedicated to making your experience a pleasant one. Our professional staff goes the extra mile to fulfill your floral needs.

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Naperville Florist did such an amazing job with our wedding. We asked for bouquets that feel very organic and whimsical and they totally delivered. We also were delivered an abundance of loose flowers to put into bud vases for our tables. Everything was so beautiful and the flowers remained fresh and alive all through the wedding. When morning came, we were able to put our flowers into several vases to give as gifts and to bring to my father’s grave. Thank you Naperville Florist for being such a huge part of our day and creating a sentiment for us and everyone else to enjoy even following our wedding.
Paku S., 2 years ago
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Bloom Culture: Do-it-yourself Wedding Flowers 
Rating: 4.9 (11 reviews)
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Bloom Culture helps couples DIY their wedding flowers with confidence — even if you’ve never arranged flowers before. We ship wholesale flowers to your door and provide a full plan that shows you what to order, how much you need, and how to put everything together. You’ll know exactly how many stems go into each bouquet, centerpiece, boutonniere — and how to assemble them step-by-step. Choose one of our DIY flower kits or get a custom plan based on your colors, style, and budget.

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Bloom Culture: Do-it-Yourself Wedding Flowers was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first inquiry, their communication was prompt, kind, and professional. They answered all of my specific questions with personal responses, making the DIY flower process so easy and stress-free. The quality of their work was consistent, thorough, and truly showed how much they cared about making our day special. We saved so much money going the DIY route with Bloom Culture, and it allowed us to create so many wonderful memories putting the arrangements together with our wedding party. I highly recommend Bloom Culture to any couples looking for a reliable, affordable, and caring florist for their wedding. I wanted to do my own flowers to honor my grandmother who was a florist. She passed a few months before the wedding and I just know she would have absolutely loved it and we got to honor her in this way.
Madden H., a year ago
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Wild Clover Flowers 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We love meeting with couples and helping them find and express their individual style through our flowers. Our talented and passionate floral artists ensure that every design is the perfect accent for your occasion. Wild Clover Flowers is honored to be part of your special day. Our diligence and attention to detail with all of our boutonnieres, bouquets, and floral décor will ensure a beautiful result.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we started working with Wild Clover Flowers, their communication was quick, professional, and thoughtful. The team was always kind and helpful in providing guidance to ensure our wedding florals were tailored exactly to our vision. The final result was absolutely stunning - the bouquets, bud vases, and ceremony arch were all beautifully crafted and incredibly creative. We were blown away by the level of detail and customization Wild Clover Flowers put into bringing our floral dreams to life. Their service and the quality of their work was truly exceptional and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out on our special day!
Devin K., a year ago
Love Lush Events LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Love Lush Events is where artistry meets full-production. Led by visionary designer Carrie, our team curates luxury weddings through fresh + faux florals, custom installs, rentals, and flawless planning. Each event is designed with heart, intention, and that signature Love Lush flair — romantic, refined, and effortlessly editorial. Always intentional. Always Lush.

Awarded Best of Zola
Carrie and her team did such a phenomenal job on our wedding, we couldn’t believe how great everything looked! It was better than I ever could’ve imagined! She was a pleasure to work with and put so much time and effort into creating a beautiful wedding for us. Carrie and her team were so kind, professional, and overall great people to work with! Would absolutely recommend!
Shelby H., 10 months ago