Founded in 1993 as a literal homegrown floral design company, Botanicals offers it services to corporate events, weddings, museums and more. Featured all over the media from Glamour and Elle Decor to Crain's Chicago Business, the store has gained a high profile clientele including Oprah Winfrey, who called on Botanicals to glam up her 50th birthday party. In addition to its design services, the store offers classes by top-notch floral designers on everything from designing with fruit, veggies and flowers to container gardens.