Question 1

What is the Difference Between Corsages and Boutonnieres?

Accepted Answer

Carrying a bouquet of flowers or pinning them to your clothing has been a longstanding wedding tradition that dates back centuries. It was initially believed that the fragrant scent would ward off evil spirits and bad luck but evolved into a classic tradition for other formal occasions like prom that continues today. While many enjoy carrying a full bouquet of flowers to a prom or formal dance, FTD offers both ladies and gentlemen a variety of striking, petite floral accessories to add an extra touch of elegance to their formal wear. Women traditionally wear a corsage, which is a spray of flowers that can either be worn on her wrist or pinned to her dress, depending on her preference. A boutonniere is derived from the French word for “buttonhole,” which would explain why it is designed to be pinned or tucked into the buttonhole next to the handkerchief pocket on a suit jacket.

Question 2

What Kind of Flowers are Given at Prom?

Accepted Answer

When you’re trying to decide what kind of flowers to incorporate into your prom corsage or boutonniere, it really comes down to personal preference. Roses are always a popular choice for prom flowers since they’re a classically romantic flower that come in a variety of colors that can be styled to be simple and elegant or bold and enticing. Many couples like to color coordinate their formal attire, right down to the color of their corsage and boutonniere. The ruffled texture of carnations makes them a beautiful choice for prom flowers, as well as their ability to be easily dyed to any color of the rainbow. Other popular prom flower choices for corsages and boutonnieres include exotic orchids, fragrant freesias, and playful lilies. Once you coordinate your color scheme with your date, FTD makes it easy to choose the perfect corsage and boutonniere flowers to compliment your formal look for the night! Shop all flowers online at FTD to find what’s right for you!

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