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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