Our Philosophy
Our goal is to capture and display the stunning beauty of Cape Cod's gardens through unique floral designs for our clients. Flowers embody the radiance of sunlight, reminding us that nature is the ultimate designer. To promote sustainability, we prioritize seasonal flowers and greenery from our gardens, local growers, and US farms. We aim to eventually cultivate the majority of the flowers we use in our designs, but we also import high-quality blooms from trusted suppliers to ensure the best possible product for our clients. Our ultimate objective is to craft something extraordinary that you and your loved ones will cherish.
Team
Welcome to our floral world! We're Elizabeth and Jesse, a dynamic husband and wife team with a shared passion for all things beautiful. Our journey began when we crossed paths while following our favorite band, instantly connecting over our shared love for music and mind-expanding experiences.
As proud residents of Cape Cod, we find immense joy in the breathtaking surroundings of this coastal paradise. Exploring the Cape's hidden gems alongside our beloved golden retriever, spending time on the water, nurturing our garden, and improving our home are just a few of the activities that make our hearts sing. We also have a deep appreciation for live music and a passion for travel.
However, our shared devotion to flowers truly sets our souls on fire. We are driven by a desire to transform the floral industry into a more environmentally friendly space. With every arrangement we create, we strive to preserve the Cape's natural beauty for generations to come. Our dream is to play a part in nurturing the delicate balance between nature's wonders and the artistry of floral design.
Join us on this enchanting journey as we bring your floral visions to life, with a commitment to sustainability and an unwavering passion for creating beauty. Together, let's embark on a blossoming adventure!
Elizabeth Milliken - Head Floral Designer, Co-owner
Meet Elizabeth Milliken, the Head Designer and Co-owner of Garden Party Cape Cod. Despite living in different places, Cape Cod has always been a constant in her life due to her family ties to the area. In 2013, she relocated from Boston to Cape Cod and joined her husband Jesse in cultivating gardens around the Cape. With the desire to deepen her connection with nature's beauty, she was drawn to floral work. Elizabeth and Jesse began designing florals for numerous events for clients, friends, and family. In 2017, she started working with J. Doyle Florals to take her design work to the next level and learn the ins and outs of the industry. In 2018, she became a design partner at J.Doyle Florals and continued to design weddings for both companies. She and Jesse eventually began running J.Doyle Florals and combined the business with Garden Party Cape Cod. Her style is influenced by her experience cultivating specialty gardens on Cape Cod, executing classic wedding designs inherent to the J.Doyle brand, and the places close to her heart, such as Manhattan and Palm Beach.
Jesse Allen - Head Garden Designer, Co-owner
Meet Jesse Allen, the Head Designer and Co-owner of Garden Party Cape Cod. Jesse was born and raised on Cape Cod, where he has worked in the fishing and landscaping industries for many years. He began his own landscaping company, Reelin’ Landscaping, at 16, and he continues to hone his garden and landscape design expertise. Jesse is known by his clients for his enthusiasm and passion for working with the land. He brings this same passion to Garden Party Cape Cod by working hard to cultivate and grow our cut flower and greenery offerings and being a hands-on design team member. He has a unique design perspective due to his lifelong devotion to plants and gardening, as well as practical building expertise for installations and large-scale designs.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide our clients with carefully sourced, top quality flowers, combined with innovative, sustainable design techniques. We value honesty, integrity, and, above all else, our clients' satisfaction. Our small company allows us to give each client the attention and care that is central to our purpose.