YJDecorating

Price per arrangement

Bouquets start at $50, and centerpieces at $40

Minimum spend

$3,000 total

About YJDecorating

YJDecorating

Yvonne Polenc

YJDecorating is Chicago’s Premiere Wedding and Special Event Decorating Company. We are proud to be the “One Source” for all of your Wedding Floral & Event Decor. We offer a wide range of services including Floral Design, Backdrops, Chuppahs & Drapery, Venue Lighting & Effects, Event Furniture Rentals and more. Our vast experience in the wedding and event industry makes us the top choice for Chicagoland weddings and events. We pride ourselves as a detail oriented company that is extremely passionate about every event we produce.

Boutique Style Company and we want to stay that way. Being a small boutique company allows us to provide a very personalized customer service experience on their journey of coming up with a design concept weather for a wedding or a corporate event. Quality floral designs, attention to every detail and an unforgettable experience is what sets YJDecorating apart from the rest.

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Services

Service levels

  • Full-Service Floral Design

Pre-wedding services

  • Consultations
  • Mock-ups
  • Venue visits

Post-wedding services

  • Cleanup

Day-of services

  • Container rentals
  • Decor rentals
  • Delivery
  • Furniture rentals
  • Setup
  • Structure rentals

Arrangement styles

  • Architectural with branches and twigs
  • Flower-forward with fresh blooms
  • Foliage-centric with leaves and tall grasses

Floral arrangements offered

  • Bouquets
  • Boutonnieres
  • Cake flowers
  • Centerpieces
  • Ceremony decor
  • Flower baskets
  • Flower crowns
  • Flower jewelry
  • Installations

Reviews

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  • The BEST Decor Company

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    •Alec B.•Feb 14, 2025

    We began speaking with Yvonne at YJDecorating when we were just starting to pull together the vision of our wedding. From the very beginning, she was extremely helpful and honest, which was not something we had seen from other decor companies. During our very first call with her, we shared a presentation of our vision. It was abundantly clear that she immediately understood what we wanted. Throughout the call, she pulled up examples of what she has done in the past and asked if that was what we were looking for and what tweaks and changes we would like. It was clear from the very first call that YJDecorating would make our vision come true. Throughout the process, we had made changes to what we wanted and Yvonne was there every step of the way. She made sure that we understood what would and wouldn't look good in a gentle manner, rather than just saying yes and putting something together because we were paying. It was that openness and honesty that we appreciated so much and that made sure our wedding looked perfect. Through YJDecorating, we had a Chuppah, aisle design, stage covers, drapery behind the sweetheart table and covering entrances, up-lighting, and 3 different types of centerpieces, florals. Everything turned out to be absolutely beautiful. When we took a look in the ceremony room before our wedding, we were in awe at how gorgeous everything was. The entire ceremony room was so much more beautiful than we could have imagined. When we peeked in the reception room, we could not help but smile. The centerpieces were perfect, the drapery was beautiful and unlike anything we have seen, and the up-lighting added the perfect touch to the room. Everything the day of went so smoothly and was beyond anything we could've dreamed of. We would DEFINITELY recommend YJDecorating to any couple getting married. They brought our vision to life and more. Everything was 100% worth every penny. Trusting someone to put together your own vision is not easy, but with YJDecorating, you can be sure that your vision will happen and your wedding will be even more beautiful than you ever have imagined!

  • Beautiful work, flexible & accommodating

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    •Claire•Oct 13, 2024

    We recently had the pleasure of working with Yvonne for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with our experience! From the very first consultation, she was incredibly realistic about what we could achieve within our budget. Instead of trying to upsell us on extravagant options, she listened to our vision and offered thoughtful suggestions that aligned perfectly with our financial constraints. Her flexibility with payment options was a breath of fresh air, making the planning process much less stressful. It was clear that she genuinely wanted to help us create our dream wedding without stretching us beyond our means. On the big day, the floral arrangements and decor were nothing short of stunning. Every detail was beautifully executed and truly brought our vision to life. Our guests were in awe, and we received countless compliments on the flowers and overall ambiance. If you're looking for a florist who is not only talented but also honest and accommodating, I highly recommend Yvonne. She made our wedding day even more special, and we are so grateful for her expertise and support!

    Response from vendor•Oct 14, 2024
    It was such a pleasure to have worked on your wedding floral design and we wish you all the very best and please don't forget us for all of your life's celebrations YJDecorating Inc.

  • Great work by YJ Decorating

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    •Karan R.•May 13, 2024

    Yvonne, the owner herself, and her team did a fantastic job with the mandap/chuppah design and decoration for our wedding. Her entire process is highly customer-oriented; she attends to all the details that matter to the couple and their family members, including design, budget, and execution. As a decorator, she was candid about what would make our wedding special and consistently informed us about necessary expenses, ensuring that the mandap design remained budget-friendly. For anything related to weddings, parties, or receptions, I highly recommend YJ Decorating.

  • Fantastic

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    •Michelle•Jan 1, 2024

    Yvonne went above and beyond in every way to make our decor vision come to life. She was incredibly prompt in all responses, flexible with the innumerable times that I changed my mind about this or that, and had amazing recommendations to elevate our wedding spaces. She accommodated a welcome event the night before with lovely cocktail vases. She attended our walk-throughs with the Langham staff and our planner so everyone was on the same page. It gave us peace of mind to know that she has amazing attention to detail and is so passionate about her art. She constructed the most magnificent Manzanita tree I have ever seen for our entrance table. It was a last-minute request on my part, and of course, she made it happen. The uplighting was elegant. The crushed velvet aisle runner was BEAUTIFUL. Our forever ring of greenery was a lush, elegant statement piece. The table arrangements were stunning and of the exact density of flowers and greenery that I had requested. Thank you YJDecorating for making our perfect day even more magical!

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