Flowers to wear!

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Why are flowers worn? When are they worn? What are they called?

FlowersAre worn by

both men and women on special occasions such as weddings, holidays, etc.

Flowers to Wear Corsages usually worn on

the woman’s left shoulder Some women may consider

newer trend to wear flowers on the wrist, in the hair or on a purse

CorsagesFlowers worn by women

Cluster of flowers and foliage and accessories that accents a woman’s dress and adds to the theme of the celebration

WRIST OR PINNED

BoutonniereFlowers worn by men

Pinned to the lapel

Usually a single flower with foliage

Boutonnieres• Add a touch of color

to the man’s clothing• Usually coordinates

with the theme of the occasion

• Recent trend of multiple flowers used

Most popular Carnations Roses Stephanotis Pompon

chrysanthemum Lilies of the valley Alstromeria lilies

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Why do those flowers work best?

Selecting flowersSturdy and

durableHold up well out

of waterStrong stems

Principles of design Apply to corsages as well as to arrangements Balance, Scale, Color

Colors and flowers usedDictated by the personal preference of the wearer

Things to considerFormality of the occasionSize of the wearerColor and style of the clothing

to be wornIf clothing color is not known,

white is appropriate for all occasions.

Corsages Should be designed to

be light and easy to wear

Removing stems from the flowers helps to keep them light

WiresAll wires should be covered and

the corsage should not come apart or be misshapen

Football mum corsagesIn

Some areas of the U.S. mum corsages are popular at college and high school football games.

Especially popular for homecoming games dances

May be simple in design or quite elaborate

Football mum corsages In Texas and Oklahoma

large extravagant designs are popular. They include an abundance of streamers, braided ribbons and accessories.

Using floral adhesive and hot glue

Corsage Materials Wire can be used – must be hidden Floral adhesive is a rubber cement

developed for use on fresh flowers Floral adhesive may be used in

corsages of very light and delicate flowers may also be used to add greenery, flowers and accessories to a wired corsage.

Hot glue may be used to construct a corsage

Items needed: Ribbon, Wire, Scissors, Floral Tape.

#1 – Demonstration by Mrs. Propson #2 – Write out Steps with Partner #3 – Demonstration by Mrs. Propson as you

edit your steps #4 – Individual Bow Creation and Approval

Bows

Floral Taping

Items Needed: Tape, Stems

#1 – Demonstration by Mrs. Propson #2 – Write out Steps with Partner #3 – Demonstration by Mrs. Propson as you

edit your steps #4 – Individual Pen Creation and Approval

Wiring

Items Needed: Wire, Wire Cutters, flowers. Demonstration then Individual Trial

Piercing Hook Clustering

Individual Trial and Approval

Artificial Boutonniere

Items Needed: Tape, Flower, Wire, Greenery

#1 – Demonstration by Mrs. Propson #2 – Pair Creations #3 – Peer Critiques #4 – Individual Boutonniere Creation and

Approval

Artificial Corsage

#1 - Individual Creation #2 - Peer Critique and Self Critique