Things to Keep in Mind When Explaining in Meetings: Conveying Your Inner Image to Others - Flower Edition

Thoughts in My Head Just Don't Get Through!

Hello, I am Haruno Tsuzaki, the representative of marry.

Because of my work, I often have the opportunity to convey the images in my head to others to realize them.

I think I’ve gradually improved.... but it’s truly difficult to communicate my ideals and images to others and have them bring it to life.

This is because an object is composed of multiple elements.

For example, even the expression "Cinderella-like dress" can evoke different images. Some might imagine a light blue dress, while others might envision a pink dress before the magic was cast. In fact, Cinderella's dress isn't just one color blue.

(There’s even a white dress!)

When you want someone else to create something according to your vision without becoming part of the working process, it's crucial to give detailed and precise instructions.

I've heard that film directors must decide on details as small as the color of a cup in the set, when asked, “What color will it be?”

I believe good direction means not leaving interpretation to others. The narrower you can make the range of interpretations (specifying choices down to the point), the easier it is for others to create something in line with your ideals.

(There are also teams where ideal results come out without that burden on the direction side. Those are the best teams where ideals are shared beforehand! I am truly happy that marry is one such team.)

So!

In this article, I have compiled a list of “common things that can be interpreted differently” that you should know when meeting with planners, hair and makeup artists, and florists during wedding preparations and conveying your image.

I plan to create various articles, but first is the 【Flower Consultation Edition】.

This is a part where the likelihood of thinking, "This isn't what I wanted!" after seeing the finished product is high. So, understanding and verbalizing your ideals can help minimize disappointment.

① Meaning of "Cute"

As a prerequisite.

If you say something like, "I love cute things..." or "I would like something cute," please be cautious.

The word "cute" in Japanese is a special expression that can be interpreted in many different ways... This is a story that is famous worldwide.

In Japan, objects as diverse as Hello Kitty, monkeys at the zoo, Fendi bags, parfaits at a fruit parlor, and Halloween ghosts are all considered "cute."

Therefore, it is necessary to properly share what kind of world view your “cute” entails.

For instance.

To make it easy to visualize, is it a Disney princess kind of cute, or an image of cuteness from a foreign magazine?

Sharing that image will serve as the basis for choices, such as whether to use satin, organza, or silk ribbon for ribbons.

② Shade of Pink

Saying, "I love pink!" or "I want something pinkish!" is also something to watch out for.

There are countless shades of pink, and there’s even a term "tacky pink phenomenon" that has existed for a long time, indicating the complexity of the color.

What tone of pink do you love?

What kind of shade is it?

Keeping pictures of your favorite pink colors and those you don’t like on hand so you can explain will help the conversation go smoothly.

✅ Cool pink

✅ Coral pink

✅ Beige pink

✅ Fuchsia pink

✅ Shocking pink

There are plenty of shades of pink you can think of.

③ Types of Roses

The image of roses actually differs from person to person.

When you think of roses, what kind of rose comes to mind?

Was the rose you imagined red? Or pink?

It’s likely that opinions will be split roughly in half between red and pink.

Additionally, there are various types of blooms in roses.

There are cup-shaped roses, peony-flowered roses, and not everyone imagines the pointed shape of the rose in the glass dome from Beauty and the Beast (which is called a high-centered rose).

However, if someone envisions the Beauty and the Beast rose while a peony rose is chosen, wouldn’t that be quite shocking...???

The type of rose you use will likely differ depending on your ideal image, so I think it’s best to communicate that clearly.

④ Types of Flowers

This is somewhat similar to the discussion about roses....

Based on experience, there may be flowers that are not commonly articulated but are in your subconscious, such as “Ah! I actually dislike this flower...!”

✅ Gerbera

✅ Sunflower

✅ Pampas grass

✅ Dahlia

✅ Mokara

✅ Cotton flower

✅ Baby's breath

These are flower types that strongly express an image, so if there are any you definitely don’t want to use, it’s better to communicate that.

⑤ Types of Greens

This concerns the leafy parts of bouquets and table arrangements.

Greens, like flowers, also come in many variations.

I’ve had an experience where I asked for greens to match my bouquet by thinking of Smilax in my head, saying, “Could you bring some just to add a little touch?” and then received eucalyptus instead, thinking, “Oh! Not this!!” and regretting it.

Leaves come in various colors and shapes as well.

What color of leaves do you envision as ideal? Something leaning more towards silver? Or light green?

Round leaves or pointed leaves?

Also, how much should they be mixed with the flowers in terms of percentage?

Analyze your thoughts.

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Do You Like or Dislike Verbalizing Your Thoughts?

The clearer your ideal is, the greater the shock is when there’s a gap between that and reality.

If you read this article and thought, “I see! I really feel discomfort regarding these kinds of differences!” chances are you are quite particular about your preferences (even if you didn’t realize it).

Therefore, it’s important to break down your ideals and communicate them as specifically as possible.

Specify colors, varieties, and proportions.....

These might seem minor, but I know from experience that this set of "self-code" helps to solidify your worldview.

So please enjoy ♡

From the florist's perspective, they probably find it easier to work when you provide details! So think through these aspects before your consultations. ♩