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Too-Designed Dove
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“It just feels a bit too designed.”
What they really mean: I hired a designer and I'm surprised by design.
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Subject: Re: Feedback on the design
Hi [Name],
Thanks for the honest note. I'd like to understand it before changing anything.
Does "too designed" mean too busy, too polished, or not like your usual voice? Point me to the parts that feel that way and I'll simplify them. A short list of what you'd keep would also help me aim the next version.
Best,
[Your name]
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