Prom is arguably one of the most important events of a teenager’s life. For teenage girls, it’s an event that ranks right up there with getting a driver’s license. Prom is a night when young women get a chance to feel like princesses in their beautiful gowns, professionally styled hair, elegant shoes, classy evening bags, and, of course, the painstakingly selected corsages and boutonniere.
As a florist, I’ve helped hundreds of excited teenagers choose the right flowers to match their prom attire, so I know how important this event is in a young person’s life. It is always my pleasure to spend time finding out what kind of flowers they have in mind and which colors and styles will best match the dress and tuxedo. While I thoroughly enjoy the occasion, I understand that many of these young people are ordering flowers for the first time in their lives. They’re often nervous and uncertain of how to get exactly what they have in mind. Here are a few tips to make the process easier:
Order early. Prom occurs during peak wedding season and sometimes falls on Mother’s Day weekend. Wedding season and Mother’s Day are...