Business Details
Chicago Wedding & Event Planning & Floral Design Experts
Elenas Garden Events was born from a lifelong passion for floral design and event curation rooted in family tradition. Growing up surrounded by flowers in my grandmother Elena's garden, I developed an appreciation for natural beauty and meticulous attention to detail that now defines our approach. With over a decade of professional experience, our team specializes in transforming weddings and events into unforgettable experiences through custom floral design, strategic planning, and comprehensive decor services. We pride ourselves on understanding each client's unique vision and executing it with precision, whether creating intimate celebrations or large-scale corporate events. Our commitment to quality is evident in every bloom selected, every design element curated, and every logistical detail managed. As a Chicago-based company, we serve local clients while also offering destination wedding expertise for couples seeking our services beyond the Midwest.The testimonials from our clients - who often describe our work as 'magical' and 'beyond their dreams' - reflect our dedication to excellence and personalized service. We approach each event as a collaborative art form, blending organic garden aesthetics with modern design principles to create spaces that feel both authentic and extraordinary. From initial consultation through final execution, our process emphasizes clear communication, creative problem-solving, and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. This combination of experience, artistry, and client-focused service has established us as a trusted partner for couples and businesses seeking exceptional event solutions.
Services
Wedding Decor
Wedding Planning
Corporate Event Decor
Flower Arranging Classes
Engagement Proposal Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 10 years of professional event experience with a dedicated team
- Our family tradition spans generations of floral design expertise
- We provide personalized design consultations for unique event visions
- Our team executes both intimate gatherings and large-scale corporate events
- We maintain partnerships with top Chicago venues and vendors
What people say
Incredible to work with
Made vision reality
Beautiful florals and decor
Professional and fun team
Magical event transformation
Services
Wedding Floral Design
Custom wedding floral arrangements that transform venues into breathtaking spaces. Our team creates centerpieces, bouquets, and ceremony installations that reflect each couple's unique style. We use seasonal flowers and organic elements to craft memorable designs that exceed expectations while maintaining budget parameters.
Event Planning
Comprehensive planning services from initial concept through event execution. We assist with venue selection, vendor coordination, timeline management, and design implementation. Our planning packages accommodate full-service needs or partial support for couples requiring specific assistance during the planning process.
Corporate Event Decor
Custom decor solutions for corporate functions including product launches, holiday parties, and brand activations. Our team creates immersive environments that align with company branding while ensuring functional spaces for guest engagement. Services include floral installations, branded design elements, and interactive experiences like flower arranging stations.
Engagement Proposal Services
Full-service proposal planning including venue selection, decor setup, and day-of coordination. We create personalized, memorable moments that capture the couple's unique relationship. Our services include secret coordination with vendors and loved ones to ensure seamless execution of special moments.
Flower Arranging Classes
Interactive floral design classes for private groups and corporate team-building events. Participants learn professional techniques while creating personalized arrangements. Our instructors guide guests through design principles using premium materials to create memorable experiences that combine creativity and collaboration.
People
Carla
Lead Event Designer
With over a decade of experience in event design, Carla transforms client visions into reality through meticulous attention to detail and creative problem-solving. Her background in floral artistry and passion for hospitality create unforgettable experiences for clients and guests alike.
Questions
How can I schedule a consultation?
Complete our online consultation form or use our calendar link for direct booking.
Do you offer both planning and decor services?
Yes, we offer both services separately or combined with integrated coordination.
Can you work with existing planners?
Absolutely, we collaborate with external planners to execute cohesive design visions.
What is your minimum investment?
Our 2025 decor minimum is $15,000 with flexible options for smaller events.
Do you handle destination weddings?
Yes, we provide full-service support for destination weddings and events.
Reviews (7)
Gaurang Garg
Nov 02, 2021
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My wife and I hired Elena's Garden for our sangeet and reception. Our sangeet was at the Palmer House Empire Room and our reception was at Cafe Brauer. Our decorations and floral arrangements were beautiful and matched the aesthetic of each event perfectly. It was very easy to work with her throughout the entire process. Would recommend her to anyone.
Robert Cignoni
Oct 20, 2021
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Wow - there aren't enough great things that I can say about Carla, Miriam, and the rest of the team at Elena's Garden. There was never a moment that I felt that Carla didn't have things under control before and during our big day. She and her team kept everybody on time and helped my wife and I with coordination and planning so that we had ZERO worries for our wedding. This isn't even mentioning the LOVELY attention to detail that Carla and her team put into floral decorations. We had a jaw-dropping backdrop, bouquets, and decorations for our big day. I can't get over how beautiful everything was
Ellen Alter
Sep 20, 2021
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Working with Carla at Elena's Garden Floral was simply fantastic. She understood exactly the look and feel I was hoping to create for my kids' wedding celebration, taking the lead on how to get there with flowers, lighting, candles. She has a fantastic sensibility and the utmost professionalism. I felt so comfortable relying on her, and she created a space that exceeded my expectations!
Carolyn Turco
Jul 21, 2021
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Carla and her staff created a beautiful floral setting for my daughter's wedding turned baby shower. Because of covid, the wedding was cancelled three times. We hired Carla to do the florals for the wedding and she graciously kept moving the date for us. We had a wonderful experience. I highly recommend Elena's Garden for your event!
Amy Hilliker
Jun 01, 2021
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Carla is an amazing woman who excels at her job! Her team must be great as well because she would not accept any less, and the flowers were amazingly done. If you are even considering hiring her as your planner on top of floral, do it. I credit Carla with so much stress-reduction, probably even more than I realize. She is smart and wonderful and a pleasure to work with. All the vendors she recommended were lovely as well. Cannot recommend her enough, do yourself a favor and give her a chance to help you pull off a beautiful event. I know our families were able to make lifelong memories because
Kate Hughes
May 05, 2021
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Would highly highly recommend!!! I dont even know where to start. We hired Carla & her company EG to be our florist and wedding planner in Jan 2020. Fast-forward into a global pandemic and 4 wedding dates later and Carla and her team put together the most beautiful wedding for us at The Joinery. I was very particular about wedding colors - and then when we had to move from a December (winter) wedding to an April (spring) wedding, I was afraid of too bright of colors and Carla took my concerns seriously. The flower colors and types she used for our wedding were even better than I could have thought
Meghan Otis
Jan 11, 2021
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We feel so lucky to have found Carla. We hired her as the florist and planner for our wedding. We were originally booked at a venue, but when plans changed due to COVID, Carla made it happen in our backyard and transformed it. Everything was incredible, especially the flowers! We can't wait to work with her again!