Corsage

A corsage /kɔːrˈsɑːʒ/ is a small bouquet of flowers worn on a woman's dress or around her wrist for a formal occasion.

At school events such as homecoming or prom, male-female couples generally coordinate the corsage and boutonnière, signifying their connection, and distinguishing them from others.

[5] During the 16th and 17th centuries, corsages and boutonnières may have been a part of daily life to prevent disease and to ward off evil spirits, but over time, they became special-occasion pieces.

[5] Wives and any surviving mothers typically wear corsages at Anniversary celebrations; generally, the flowers are the same as what was used at the wedding, with ribbons indicating the milestone, (i.e. silver for 25th, red for 40th).

Florists recommend that the flowers be complementary in color to the attire, and corsages and boutonnières should be coordinated to indicate that a couple is attending the event together.

[8] Corsages are usually worn around a prom date's wrist; alternatively, they may be pinned on her dress or a modified nosegay can be carried in her hand.

[10][12] Arlington ISD in Texas achieved a Guinness World Record for the largest homecoming mum, a 22-foot design for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

[10][11] Male students sometimes wear a more compact version known as a homecoming garter, which is fixed to the upper arm with an elastic band.

The following table shows some of the main flowers and accents used to create a custom-made corsage and that can be included in a nosegay and boutonnière.