Corsages and boutonnieres are as essential to prom as a cheesy DJ and glittering decorations. Although the thought of jabbing a pin into a gorgeous gown or sophisticated tux might seem terrifying, the procedure is actually quick and painless--unless you poke yourself with that pin.
Difficulty: Average
Time Required: 5-10 minutes
Here's How:
- Hold your corsage or boutonniere by its stem. With the flower facing away from your date, slightly angle the floral bouquet on his lapel.
- Before you actually attach it, make sure the flower is evenly placed and centered on the lapel.
- Gripping a sturdy stickpin in the hand that is not holding the flower, stick the pin into the fabric at the bottom left corner of the stem.
- Weave the pin back out from under the fabric. Push it through an inch, laying it at an angle over the top of the stem.
- Stick the tip of the pin back into the fabric on the other side of the stem. Insure that the stem is tightly in place with the length of the pin pushing it down.
- Weave the pin back out of the fabric again, making sure the tip of the pin does not stick out - or worse, poke your skin under the fabric!
Tips:
- To keep your flowers looking fresh, store it in your fridge.
- Corsages and boutonnieres are pinned on opposite sides so that when you dance the flowers don't touch.
- Traditionally, corsages are pinned on your right side, while boutonnieres go on the left.
What You Need
- corsage or boutonniere
- stick pin
- steady hand