Prom season is upon us and soon enough kids in high school across the country will be dressing their best to impress their dates. Choosing a suit or a dress can be hard enough, but when it comes to the corsages and boutonnieres there are so many flower options and designs to choose from.
To make it easy on you we’ve taken the liberty of breaking down the most popular flowers for prom.
Roses
This may be an obvious one. Roses come in all shapes, sizes and colors making them a universal go-to for any wearable floral décor. Because of their diversity it makes it easy to pair them with almost anything. Just remember to remove the all the thorns before wearing!
Orchids
Orchids are another flower that comes in a wide variety of beautiful colors. Their long, thin stems make them easy to incorporate into most wearable designs. Orchids go magnificently with baby’s breath and light greenery.
Carnations
Carnations make a great centerpiece for a corsage. Their large, frilly pedals and circular shape make them fun blossoms to work around. Carnations pair perfectly small white flowers, like Queen Ann’s lace.
Freesia
Freesia’s long, bulb-like flowers make it easy to incorporate many of them in one design. They also come in colors ranging from orange to white, purple and pink. Mix and match all of the color options for a corsage or boutonniere that really stands out.
Cornflowers
Cornflowers have a gorgeous blue color that most florists use in their floral décor for prom. These flowers not only last several days after being cut, they look incredible and pair with almost any white or off-white flower.
All of the options above look amazing and are each extremely cost effective, making them the most popular flowers for prom.
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It is important to remember that prom season is also peak wedding season and often falls on Mother's Day weekend. Therefore, popular flowers such as sweetheart roses, white roses and certain orchids used to create decorative body flowers are in high demand.
What is the flower given at prom? ›
Most traditionally, couples choose to buy prom corsages and boutonnieres for each other, but some opt for a prom bouquet to shake things up entirely. For instance, if you're going with a group of gal pals, you might want to all buy corsages for prom.
What is the most popular style of corsage? ›
The wrist corsage, also known as the bracelet corsage, is the most popular prom style. A wrist corsage is a small arrangement, usually three or four flowers or perhaps even a single flower and is typically worn on the left wrist.
What is the most common corsage worn at a high school prom? ›
Classic wrist corsage: This corsage is one of the most popular options for prom. It's comfortable to wear on your wrist, and you can choose different colors to match your dress.
How to pick prom flowers? ›
You can either match the flowers to the color of the dress, or you can go with white or cream flowers and choose ribbons or other accessories that coordinate with the dress and add a splash of color. In most cases, the boutonniere will complement the corsage by using one of the same flowers and a similar accent detail.
Do girls buy flowers for prom? ›
The corsage is going to be given to the girls when they are picked up for the prom. Since it is the date that is buying the corsage, it will generally fall on the guys to buy this item. However, the girls do not get out of this free as the tradition holds the girls are to buy a boutonniere for the guys to wear as well.
Who pays for prom flowers? ›
You can't forget about the flowers! Traditionally, the guy orders and pays for his date's flowers and the girl pays for his boutonniere…then each person gifts the flowers to their date.
What to get for a prom date? ›
Buy A Corsage Or Flowers
Prom tradition says the guy presents his date with a beautiful floral corsage. What's a corsage, you ask? It's a small bouquet of flowers worn on a female's wrist. (Your date will likely buy a similar boutonniere for the lapel of your tux.)
Are corsages real flowers? ›
Corsages and boutonnieres can be made from fresh flowers or artificial flowers. When choosing between these two options, it's important to understand the pros and cons of each. It's not just about your personal preferences but also the weather conditions, and how long you need them to last.
What is the most popular flower for prom corsages? ›
Lisianthus: Lisianthus' bell-shaped blooms resemble roses. While they may look delicate, lisianthus is known for being hardy and having a great vase life, making them a popular favorite for use in corsages and boutonnieres.
Red and pink are considered 'love' colors. These two colors symbolize affection and intimacy, thus giving your partner pink or red corsage creates the impression and ambiance of love and romance.
Are corsages still popular for prom? ›
Over time, the tradition of wearing corsages and boutonnieres to Prom became more popular, and it is now considered a staple of the event. Corsages and boutonnieres come in a variety of styles, from simple and classic to bold and extravagant, and can be made using a wide range of flowers and other materials.
What flowers are best for corsages? ›
If you've never worn a corsage before, you must understand what kind of flowers are used in one. These include roses, carnations, chrysanthemums, orchids, and lilies. Roses and carnations are fantastic since they come in many colours and are long-lasting flowers that may be used throughout the night.
When should you buy a corsage for prom? ›
It's best to order your corsage at least a week before your prom night.
What do boys give girls for prom? ›
If they plan on wearing a cottagecore-inspired prom dress, they'll definitely appreciate a flower corsage and boutonnieres set. You also can't go wrong with jewelry. Get them a pair of dazzling earrings they can use to accessorize their unique prom dress.
What does the corsage symbolize? ›
In this sense, corsages symbolized attachment to another person. Corsages were also given to show affection and love on holidays. Some women were given corsages on Mother's Day, Easter or even on their birthdays. Nowadays corsages are still worn to many formal occasions.
What color corsage to get for prom? ›
Red and pink are considered 'love' colors. These two colors symbolize affection and intimacy, thus giving your partner pink or red corsage creates the impression and ambiance of love and romance.
