My love for flowers began as a child, captivated by the beautiful floral centerpieces my grandma always had displayed on her table. The colorful arrangements filled her home with life and sparked my curiosity about the different types of blooms. Over the years, this fascination blossomed into a full-fledged passion, leading me to explore floristry design.

When I’m not surrounded by flowers, you can find me at a yoga class, walking my Goldendoodle around North-Center, Chicago or exploring all the delicious restaurants the city has to offer. My husband and I also love to travel. One of my favorite things to do when we’re abroad is explore the different flora each area has to offer. 

Living in Chicago has added a unique dimension to my floral journey. The city's vibrant seasons and diverse neighborhoods provide endless inspiration. From the stunning tulip displays along Michigan Avenue in the spring to neighborhood sidewalk gardens blooming with native flowers in the summer. I also love exploring local farmers' markets for fresh flowers and visiting lush botanical gardens such as the Garfield Park Conservatory. 

I earned a degree in Fashion Merchandising at Illinois State University in 2012. Afterwards, I worked as a Visual Merchandiser at Zara until 2018. More recently, I worked on a Real Estate team where I was able to deliver exceptional customer service in the home buying and selling process. I found I was happiest when I had opportunities to be creative at these jobs, whether that be problem solving for the best solutions or creating beautiful displays with merchandise. I recently realized that I needed to pursue a path where I can be fully immersed in a creative space. Floral design fulfills that need and allows me to be surrounded by the beauty and aroma of flowers.

If you have any questions or inquiries please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact me below or email me at flourishfloralschi@gmail.com.