The Cynic
a rose that's seen it all
$12Stemma
every bouquet is a reading
- The Cynicroses, but make it sarcastic$12
- The Hopelesspeonies & a small lie$18
- The Debutantedaisies, freshly scandalous$15
every bouquet is a reading
the cast, in order of appearance
They arrive in parts. Introductions take a moment.
a rose that's seen it all
$12
a peony, head full of dreams
$18
a daisy, freshly scandalous
$15
a thistle with something to say
$20wraps every reading by hand.
ties the twine. says the thing.
knowledge interlude
Floriography is a language. We're fluent.
Love — but red means "I'm serious."
the booth says — someone's about to say the thing out loud. be ready.
Calm — and distrust, if you're Victorian.
the booth says — calm is a choice. make it today.
Shame — the drama of the garden.
the booth says — the drama is real. wear it well.
Secrets — keep them close.
the booth says — the secret's safe with you. keep it.
Declaration — a bold move.
the booth says — bold is the only move left.
Defiance — wear it proud.
the booth says — defiance suits you. stay proud.
the occasions
Pick a verb. The stage repaints.
Red tulips declare love — no words required.
Give it to the one you keep meaning to tell.