Unexpected meanings of flowers revealed | Monique Evancic

Unexpected meanings of flowers revealed | Monique Evancic | TEDxBoise

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5 жыл бұрын

Discover the surprising, and sometimes scandalous, meanings of flowers. Former TV journalist, Monique Evancic, rekindles the long-lost language of flowers. Harness true Flower Power as you craft expressive arrangements for the people you love - and those you don’t. A TV journalist turned marketer, Monique is enthusiastic about recovering the vanishing story of the language of flowers and reclaiming their use as a powerful communication device and life-enhancement. As a Cuban-American child, she fondly recalls being spritzed daily with a soft, violet fragrance from the island’s most iconic perfumery. Decades later, she carries on this same sensory tradition with her own daughter. Since going “on assignment” to unearth the true significance of flowers, she now hands them out with a deeper intentionality, crafting expressive arrangements that shout “go get ‘em,” or “cheer up,” or “I (heart) you”. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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@iron1223 3 жыл бұрын

I find this to be a sweet and tender way to communicate your feelings to a dearly beloved. And btw, I learned about this from Assassins Creed Syndicate lol

@swwsociety1877 4 жыл бұрын

Great, can you tell me the name of the Victorian book that explains the meanings? Is it still in print? Thank you

@billyt.7306 3 жыл бұрын

You can find quite a few on Amazon. I'm getting one soon myself

@michellelopez1075 3 жыл бұрын

There were multiple books (many are still in print) and are many new ones. If you are asking which book first brought flower meanings to the English and kicked off the Victorian's fascination with the topic, the answer is Lady Mary Wortley Montagu. However, if you are really fascinated, I would recommend looking into flower symbolism across different cultures (the Middle East, Ancient Greece, and Persia are some that come to mind).

@drawingjamaa9267 4 жыл бұрын

I saw a meme about this and had to look it up. This is the most awesome thing ever.

@Lee-qp6fk 4 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@jldawg70 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome job, Mo! 👍🤘

@justinward3218 2 жыл бұрын

Speaker: Flower language was born from an era of oppression in Victorian England Also speaker: The oppressed woman who created it actually discovered it in Turkey Soooo….maybe it was around before Victorian England?

@Meow-vi9jb 2 жыл бұрын

It was, but victorians were the ones who really fleshed it out

@bethanydavis9023 2 жыл бұрын

Shouldn've frased it as bloomed/grew int he Victoria era.

@idiotburns 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome but I have an allergy, so that is so scary, the cuban bath

@idiotburns 5 жыл бұрын

Your special friend better just ask you and or keep listening

@michaelheinrichgerhardt9203 5 жыл бұрын

Nice work, Monique. Brian...you've got your work cut out for you on Valentine's and birthdays. Choose that bouquet carefully, friend.

@shvetaagarwal4285 4 жыл бұрын

Hi ...quite a fascinating video ....do u conduct any course in language of flowers...If yes pls get in touch with me

@seedplaylove2596 4 жыл бұрын

I do presentations for conferences, events, trade shows, workshops, etc. -Monique Evancic

@sailor4475 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone know a flower to give someone when asking them out on a date

@michellelopez1075 3 жыл бұрын

Flower meanings can get a bit complicated since (in this case) your choice can not only express your want for a romantic relationship, but what kind of romantic relationship. My advice would be that most people are just happy with a pretty flower. However, if you do ant to put in the extra effort or are just curious: red roses (deep emotions and desires), pink tulips (affection, caring), sunflowers (warmth, longevity, adoration), white chrysanthemums (truth, loyalty), purple lilac (beginning of love/first love), etc.

@bethanydavis9023 2 жыл бұрын

Forget me nots are some of the best to give to someone if they know flower meanings. They can represent respect, friendship, love, etc. The amount given can also influence the meaning

@quaidj5020 2 жыл бұрын

Mid vid

@CineGisticMedia 3 жыл бұрын

So flowers are anti political correct. Brilliant. I know exactly who needs some flowers now thanks

@bethanydavis9023 2 жыл бұрын

Many politicians, corporations, and religions also try to use flowers because of their meanings and thus are partially associated to them depending upon region and occasion.