Lake Forest Flowers - Who We Are

	Lake Forest Flowers is a local family-owned business, serving the Lake Forest / Lake Bluff community since 1917. Our extensive selection and superb quality of flowers and plants is unsurpassed in the area. The tradition of high quality products, value and service is evident in every order we handle. Our work has been shown in Architectural Digest and many other prominent publications. Our customers include major corporations, hotels, and thousands of individual people whom it is our utmost goal to please. From events and weddings, to everyday occasions, - nothing is too large or too small - we are here to create floral magic that is
Lake Forest Flowers offers the best last minute delivery in the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff area, as well as regular daily deliveries to all of the North Shore & Chicago Metro area. Lake Forest Flowers is recognized as a premier floral establishment in both the Chicagoland area and in world-wide delivery service.

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This unique father-daughter duo consults on all facets of design adapting to the particulars of each occasion. They work closely with each client for a perfectly tailored affair. With their experience and easy-going manner, you will feel at ease knowing that you are in capable hands.

With years of experience in all areas of the industry, John brings his wealth of knowledge to his teaching, design programs, and production of large events. His ability to create your dream into reality is unsurpassed in execution for all of your floral needs.

FTD Master Florist, Member of the Academy of American Florists, and Society of American Florists; Tropical Floral Design specialist

Past president of the Extra Touch Florist Association, FTD Florist Association, and Retail Florists Association (North America, South America, and the Pacific Rim)

Sought-after international lecturer and authority on the floral industry and continuing instructor at the Chicago Botanic Garden; Introduced the Oxalis Regnelli (White Blooming Shamrock) to the retail industry in the 1970's

Active member of the community: former President Rotary Club International, Lake Forest/Lake Bluff; served on Board of Directors, Gorton Community Center, St. Mary's School Board and other local charitable organizations; currently serves as the Senior Lake Forest City Alderman

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With an artists' eye for stunning color and exquisite detail, Eileen specializes in wedding and event floral design. Her international floral experience is shown through her classic European design and chic, modern style incorporating an ever changing seasonal floral selection. "No two events are alike and no two hostesses have the same vision." Eileen reliably and enthusiastically attends to every aspect of her service. Exceeding your expectations is her utmost goal. Eileen's unique designs and creativity will make your event truly... Lake Forest Graduate School of Management 2009 Graduate with Honors, M.B.A. Purdue University 2003 Graduate, B.S. in Horticultural Production and Marketing Board of Directors: Lake Forest / Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce since 2006 Lifetime Experience in all aspects of the industry (retail / greenhouse development) Instructor of floral design at the Lake Bluff Library, local Garden Clubs, and classes held at Lake Forest Flowers Host of "Inside Lake Forest" found on Local Cable Channel 17, www.insidelakeforest.com, and Facebook Press Coverage of Research Work

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Lake Forest Flowers works with many talented and creative professionals, as well as a variety of wonderful venues. We are especially grateful to the talented photographers who have been so generous with their photos.
Bellissima Photography Bryan Swisher Photography Cosmopolitan Limousine David Simm Photography David Wittig Photography Gerhard's Elegant European Desserts Helanders Stationers	John Keenan Hoch Photography Jolie Images Kim Shokouhi Photography Wenban Funeral Home Sally Films Studio West Phil Farber/ Photo Images, Inc

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Lake Forest Flowers, Lake Forest Florist, Lake Bluff Flowers, Lake Bluff Florist, has been a local family-owned member of the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff community since 1917. Our extensive selection and superb quality of flowers and plants is unsurpassed in the area. The tradition of high quality products, value and service is evident in every order we handle. Our work has been shown in Architectural Digest and many other prominent publications. Our customers include major corporations, hotels, and thousands of individual people whom it is our utmost goal to please. We offer the best last minute delivery in the Lake Forest/ Lake Bluff area, as well as our regular daily deliveries to all of the Chicago Metro area. Lake Forest Flowers has become the premier floral establishment in both the Chicago area and its FTD world wide delivery service. Member of FTD, TELEFLORA, and EXTRA TOUCH Florist Associations