Usher in spring with custom floral arrangements from West Loop vendors

By Elizabeth Czapski, Staff Writer

(Published March 18, 2019)

March 20 is the first day of spring—the vernal equinox. Spring evokes thoughts of new life, renewal, and bright colors, and what better way to celebrate that than with flowers? Whether you’re looking for arrangements for a wedding, to send to a friend or to beautify your home, check out these unique florists located in the West Loop.

Asrai Garden, 309 N. Morgan St.

Elizabeth Cronin first opened Asrai Garden in Wicker Park in 1999 and added a second West Loop location 2018. The shop’s floral arrangements are artful, with colors that are a complimentary mix of muted and bold, like something out of a still-life painting. Full-service flowers for weddings and other events as well as deliveries and subscriptions are available. In addition to flowers, the shop sells jewelry, cosmetics and “magical curiosities.”

Call 312-344-1467 or visit asraigarden.com to learn more.

Oliver Dogwood Floral Co., 212 N. Sangamon, Loft 1B

Oliver Dogwood offers floral arrangements for weddings, corporate events or “just because.” Owner and designer Tiffany Schimmerling opened the business in the West Loop in 2005, and she prides herself on pleasing clients and making their events extra special. If you make an appointment with Oliver Dogwood Floral Co., you may even meet Ella, the floral studio’s resident English bulldog!

For more information, call 312-479-7694 or go to oliverdogwoodfloral.com.

Fragrant Design, 316 N. Loomis St.

Fragrant Design provides decor for weddings, corporate and social events. Founder Nadine Horowitz has ten years of experience in the industry and strives to work with clients to execute their vision exactly how they imagine it. Creating this aesthetic can involve additional lighting or other elements to truly complete the design and leave a lasting impression with guests.

Call 312-546-3044 or go online at fragrantdesign.com.