For many teenage girls, prom night is one of the most important events of high school. It's a chance to indulge in elaborate fashions, gorgeous hairstyles and romantic flowers, all of which lend themselves to a special occasion that will be remembered for a lifetime.
After finding the perfect dress and planning every aspect of your look, you'll need to figure out which spring flowers to use for the corsage and boutonniere. Whether you're into traditional prom attire or more unique styles, there are endless blossoms to suit your tastes.
Top Flower Picks
According to FeelingsAndFlowers.com, roses are one of the most traditional choices for prom flowers because they can be found in a wide range of colors, smell nice and complement most dress styles. They're a great choice for guys who want to impress their dates. Orchids are another popular bloom, reports the news source, because they're a bit more exotic and are available in a variety of species, meaning there's likely a perfect match for your style. Baby's breath, carnations, calla lilies and freesia are also popular choices, as they're eye-catching and can fill out a corsage nicely.
How to Determine the Best Match
Which blossoms you choose depends on three different factors, points out ABC7 Chicago - the color of the dress, the style of the dress and the personality of the girl who will be wearing the flowers. It's always a good idea to choose flowers that match the exact hue of your gown, if possible, which means you'll have to either show the florist a picture or be very specific when describing it. If there isn't a perfect match, white blooms are always a good alternative. As for style, the source suggests traditional flowers for traditional dresses and more exotic blossoms for unique fashions. Of course, the girl's tastes also matter!
More Tips and Tricks
PromWorks.com recommends ordering your prom flowers a week in advance, which will give the florist plenty of time to put together a dynamic arrangement. You also need to set aside time on the day of the prom to pick the flowers up, and you can put them in the fridge until it's time to leave for the event to keep them fresh. For practical reasons, it's a good idea to wear the corsage on your left wrist if you're right-handed and vice versa. Also, don't forget that your date's boutonniere should match your blooms!