Prom Corsage

An American tradition that will make your Prom lit

In the US, corsage is an inherent part of high school proms. Guys usually give it to their partners while experience a cute moment when gifting it — sometimes its a little nervous, but itsalways special. Floral decoration with pins on a dress or worn on the wrist as a delicate bracelet. It is not only a fashion accessory, but also symbol of attention and gallantry.

And now imagine what kind of "wow" such a gesture would cause at the Czech Proms... Bring this trend closer to the graduates and offer corsages during the ball season made from fresh or artificial flowers.

How to bring the charm of the corsage to us?

Do you wonder if such a tradition can catch on in our country as well? Believe that young people will welcome a new and original way to express their love or affection. Adding a floral element to the prom culture can be original and pleasantly surprising. Here are some tips on how to do it in style.

1. Matching colors and flowers

The best effect can be achieved when corsage matches the color of your partner's dress. Gentle pastel tones are popular, but when it comes to a bolder outfit, a contrasting corsage can be a great option.
And which flowers look irresistible in corsages and floral bracelets on the hand? Bet on:

• roses,
• orchids,
• lisianthus,
• small begonias,
• meadow flowers.

2. How and when to hand over the corsage?

Enjoy the moment of handover most of all. Give the corsage to your partner just before the ball, for example when you meet for a photo shoot together. If you want to underline the romantic gesture even more, you can put it on her wrist - believe me this moment will be unforgettable.

3. Handmade, or from a florist?

If you have a creative spirit, you can try to make a corsage yourself. A few flowers and petals, floristic tape or wire, glue, ribbon and a little patience are enough. But if you want the perfect result, use the services of a professional florist who will create a corsage so that it lasts all evening.

How to make a corsage on the hand in 5 easy steps?

1. Select flowers and ornamental leaves and shorten them to the desired length.
2. Attach the flowers and leaves together to see how you want to arrange them. You can start with larger flowers in the center and place smaller florets and green leaves around them.
3. From floristic wires braid a pigtail, the length of which should correspond to the circumference of the wrist.
4. Stick individual flowers and leaves into the resulting holes.
5. Tape the wire with a ribbon in a color that will match the dress of your chosen one.

Wedding Corsage: Get inspired by a tradition that works

In our country, corsages are not completely unknown — on the contrary, their tradition is strongly linked to weddings. Floral corsages are worn not only by groom and best man, but often the parents of the newlyweds. The color and selected flowers are usually in harmony with the overall decoration of the wedding.

Similar to the graduation ball, floral ornament symbolizes an exceptional moment, elegance and respect for traditions. Therefore, if you want to add even deeper meaning to the Prom corsage, you can think of it as a smaller analogue of the wedding tradition - a symbol of the union of two people during an important moment in life.