Z W.
Yelp
I went to the opening of Asrai Garden's newest location in the Ace Hotel last night, and it is, hands-down, the most gorgeous, Alice-in-Wonderland-down-the-rabbit-hole kind of space in Chicago. If you're a plant lady, plant daddy, or even just a lover of all things eccentric, artsy, and beautiful, this place needs to be on your radar. It's located in the same building as The Ace Hotel in Fulton Market (hipster haven, if you're non-local, with a continuous list of neat events and a nice bar upstairs with a rooftop view of the city). So Asrai... new neighbor, Asrai Gardens, is the store's second location. The original, fun-sized location is in Wicker Park, if I recall correctly. I just moved to Chicago, so I have yet to go, but I've heard great things!
Here's what you need to know about the new shop: I felt like I'd walked into my dreams... They have a variety of fresh cut flowers, dainty/ethereal jewelry, vintage inspired decor, candles, soaps, eccentric magazines... the vibe is equally botanical + bohemian + artistic + eclectic + gothic + romantic. I only wish I could move in and live amongst the gorgeous plants and exotic orchids.
I can't wait for you to check this place out! Hope y'all love it as much as I do :)