Flowers and perfection

Dear nature and flower lovers,

As a florist immersed in the beauty of petals and colors, I have often asked myself: what is perfection really? In a world of natural beauty , where every flower is unique in its splendor and every fruit carries with it the miracle of growth, perfection seems to be a thin line between reality and subjectivity.

To understand perfection, we must first ask ourselves:

Who sets the parameters of what is perfect?

Is there a universal rule that defines the perfection of flowers and fruits, or is it a subjective concept, linked to the eyes of the observer?

As a florist, I often find myself looking for that perfection that reflects the client's desire: a bouquet of flowers that conveys emotions, that tells a story without the need for words. But in this process of selection and arrangement, I wonder if there really is an absolute perfection or if it is just a perception influenced by the context and individual expectations.

The flowers themselves, with their varied beauty , seem to be expressions of our deepest dreams and desires. They are like fragments of poetry dancing in the sunlight, carrying with them a message of hope and life. Yet, even among the flowers, there are those we consider perfect and those we love despite their imperfections.

Nature itself teaches us that perfection is changeable, that each season brings with it a new form of beauty. And perhaps it is precisely in this continuous transformation that true perfection lies: in accepting and celebrating diversity, in embracing the imperfect beauty of each single flower.

So, back to the initial question, can we say that perfection is the same for everyone? Or is it something subjective, that resides in the eye of the beholder?

Perhaps the truth lies somewhere in the middle, in a balance between the objective beauty of nature and our personal interpretation of it.

As a florist, I strive every day to celebrate this beauty, to seek perfection in the details and in the love I put into my work. And even though I know that absolute perfection is a mirage, I continue to search for it among the petals and leaves, knowing that each flower is perfect in its own way.

I therefore invite you to let yourself be fascinated by the wonder of nature , to discover the beauty in the small details and to celebrate the imperfect perfection of every flower that crosses your path.

With love and gratitude, Ezio De Angelis of BOttega dei Fiori