Fleurotica 2011

"FLEUROTICA" returned to the Garfield Park Conservatory on Friday,
March 25 with a dazzling array of awe-inspiring fashion designs created by
some of Chicagoland's most talented floral designers, made entirely of
plants, flowers and leaves. In addition to a runway show, guests experienced
the lush surroundings of the Garfield Park Conservatory while enjoying
cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and a post-fashion show meet and greet with the
floral designers and their designs.Randi Bellisomo of WGN/CLTV News
was the host for the runway show. Designers from August Bloom were the
winners for their kimono dress creation.

Guests enjoyed tasty hors d'oeuvres from Harry Caray's Catering &
Events, Marcello's Catering, Phil Stefani Signature Events, Wishbone
Restaurants, Behind The Scenes Catering & Events, Limelight
Catering, Calihan Catering and Inspiration Kitchens. Special cocktails
for the evening were made with the VeeV Acai Spirits and the wine was
offered by the Opolo Vineyards.

Located at 300 N. Central Park Ave. the Garfield Park Conservatory is owned
by the Chicago Park District and operated in partnership with Garfield Park
Conservatory Alliance, which is a non-profit, donor supported organization
that helps Chicagoans and area residents connect with nature. The Garfield
Park Conservatory is one of the largest and most stunning conservatories in
the U.S. and is often referred to as "landscape art under glass.

Participating fashion designers include:

A Stem Above - August Bloom - Bella Flora, Inc. - Blumgarten & Co.
- Color & Company Floral Art - Flor Del Monte - Flower Child -
Flower Petal - Ildiko Phillips Designs - Luxe Floral Chicago - Luz
Cardenas Designs - Mila Design Studios - Natural Beauties Floral -
Ronsley Special Events - Scarlet Petal - Sue Vanderhulst Designs -
Suzanne Cummings Flowers - Whole Foods Market