Flowers for your Debs date are a very important part of the Debs tradition. Flowers, for him and her, are special way of showing your respect and consideration for your partner.
Florists know how very important Debs flowers are to their young customers and will be happy to work with you to make your corsage or boutonniere special. If you have your heart set on a certain corsage style or type of flower, then there is nothing wrong with letting your date know what you would like. You might even suggest going to the florist shop together to pick out your flowers. Florists are experts at customisation. Show your dress (or a piece of the fabric) to your florist and ask him or her to select an appropriate ribbon. Or you can ask to see what ribbons he or she has on hand and choose one yourself.
Current Trends
Two popular styles are wrist corsages and small hand-held nosegays (and they look great with strapless dresses!). Popular flowers are mini (or sweetheart) roses, standard roses, orchids, lilies, mini carnations and other small flowers such as cornflowers and freesia. Flowers for your hair or neck or corsages pinned to an evening bag are also great choices. Talk to your florist about the options and ask to see photos of these different styles.
Ordering Tips
Order at least two weeks in advance so that your florist has time to order the necessary quantities should ensure that you get what you really want. Tell your florist what your budget is and ask him or her for ideas. An inexpensive flower used in a lovely corsage style can be just as beautiful as a more expensive bloom. Alstroemeria lilies are a good choice, as are mini carnations. But your florist will know what the best value is.
What do the flowers you choose say to your date?
Pink roses match well with everything but red and are a sign you feeling a ‘Bit Flirty’!
Yellow means friendship, and goes great with a blue tuxedo vest!
White matches with everything, and signifies true beauty.
Red roses say “I love you” and look great with every color except pink!
Peach means “I’ve fallen for you” and matches well with a gray tuxedo vest!
Orchids mean exotic beauty, and she’ll know she’s caught your eye!
