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This article was reviewed by Lana Starr, AIFD and by wikiHow staff writer, Raven Minyard, BA. Lana Starr is a Certified Floral Designer and the Owner of Dream Flowers, a floral design studio based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dream Flowers specializes in events, weddings, celebrations, and corporate events. Lana has over 14 years of experience in the floral industry and her work has been featured in floral books and magazines such as International Floral Art, Fusion Flowers, Florist Review, and Nacre. Lana is a member of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) since 2016 and is a California Certified Floral Designer (CCF) since 2012. There are 7 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 622,570 times.

Wrist corsages are a traditional accessory for many formal occasions, including weddings and proms. Buying a corsage from a florist can sometimes be a bit expensive, but luckily, it’s easy to make a DIY corsage at home. In this article, we’ll teach you all the steps to make your own wrist corsage. Plus, you’ll learn how far in advance to make it and how to wear it, as well as get all the answers you need to other common questions about corsages.

How to Make a Corsage Wristlet

  1. Select your main and accent flowers and cut their stems down to 1/2-1 inch (1.3-2.5 cm).
  2. Arrange the flowers how you’d like and wrap their stems with floral wire.
  3. Go over the wire with floral tape to cover sharp edges.
  4. Wrap your mini bouquet with a thin piece of ribbon.
  5. Tie your corsage to another piece of ribbon long enough to tie around your wrist.

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How to Make a Wrist Corsage

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  1. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Wrist Corsage 1 Choose and cut your flowers. Select a main flower, accent flowers, and greenery that match your desired color scheme. Use scissors or wire cutters to cut the stems down to about 1/2-1 inch (1.3-2.5 cm) and remove any excess foliage. Try to choose sturdy flowers that can withstand some wear—they’ll look better at the end of the night than delicate flowers.[1]
    • Some popular flower options include roses, daisies, orchids, and lilies. Plan on getting 3 to 5 blooms, depending on their size.
    • Some popular accent flowers include baby’s breath, fern leaves, and eucalyptus. Accent flowers add fullness to the corsage and highlight the color of the main flower.
    • Use fresh or fake flowers for your corsage. If you use real flowers, pick flowers that are close to fully blooming and keep them in water before you make the corsage.
    • Usually, the color scheme of a corsage matches that of your dress or suit. Alternatively, consider using your school colors if you’re making one for prom. Or, look at an interior design color wheel for inspiration.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make a Wrist Corsage 2 Wrap the stems with floral wire and floral tape. Arrange your primary flowers however you like, then tie the stems together by wrapping floral wire around them, starting from the top of the stem downward. Use wire cutters to cut off the excess wire, then wrap the stems with floral tape. The tape will hide the wire from view and protect the wearer’s wrist from sharp edges. Repeat the process with a bundle of your accent flowers.[2]
    • For the best results, wrap the tape at a diagonal, like the stripes on a barber pole. It may take two rounds of tape to completely cover the stems.
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  3. Step 3 Arrange and secure your mini bouquet with ribbon. 3 Arrange and secure your mini bouquet with ribbon. After both bundles have been wrapped, position them how you’d like them to sit on your wrist and wrap them together with more floral tape. Wrap a thin ribbon of your choosing around the stems so that it covers the tape and looks nice and neat. Make sure to leave enough excess ribbon on both ends so that you can attach it to the main ribbon that wraps around your wrist.[3]
    • If you’re using fake flowers, another option is to hot glue the bouquet to the ribbon. Don’t use hot glue on real flowers, however, as it will damage them.
    • If you want to add other embellishments, like pearls, lace, or charms, now is the time to do so. Attach them to real flowers using floral wire, or feel free to hot glue them if your corsage is made of fake flowers.
  4. Step 4 Attach the mini bouquet to the corsage ribbon. 4 Attach the mini bouquet to the corsage ribbon. Cut another piece of ribbon that’s long enough to wrap around your wrist and make a bow. Find the center of the ribbon and tie your mini bouquet to it. Place the corsage on your wrist and secure it with a bow on the same side as the floral arrangement. Alternatively, tie or glue your corsage to a wristband or corsage bracelet instead.[4]
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When to Make a Corsage

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  1. Make a fresh flower corsage a day before your event. Make a fresh flower corsage a day before your event. If you’re making a corsage with real flowers, ensure they’re at their freshest by making the corsage no more than a day or two before your event. If you have time, it may be optimal to make the corsage the morning of the event instead. If you’re using fake flowers, it’s okay to make your corsage whenever you’d like.[5]
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  1. Traditionally, a corsage is worn on the left wrist. Traditionally, a corsage is worn on the left wrist. Because most people are right-handed, the corsage is traditionally worn on the left wrist. Simply wrap the ribbon around your wrist and secure it with a bow. It’s also okay to wear a corsage on your right wrist, pinned to your dress, or attached to a hat.[6]
    • Corsages are often worn to prom or homecoming, at weddings, or for other formal events.
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  1. Step 1 Why is it called a corsage? 1 Why is it called a corsage? The word corsage comes from the 15th-century French word “cors,” which means “body.” By the 1800s, the word had come to refer to the bodice of a dress, and flowers fashioned for a bodice were called “bouquet de corsage.” Later on, the placement of the corsage would move from the bodice to the wrist or shoulder so that a woman’s date could pin the flowers on her without being inappropriate.[7]
  2. Step 2 Who wears a corsage at a wedding? 2 Who wears a corsage at a wedding? Traditionally, the mother of the bride, the mother of the groom, and all grandmothers wear a corsage during a wedding. However, any special guests can wear one if the couple desires, and in recent years, corsages have become a popular alternative to bridesmaids’ bouquets.[8]
  3. Step 3 What is the difference between a corsage and a boutonniere? 3 What is the difference between a corsage and a boutonniere? A corsage is a small bouquet of flowers, usually worn by women, that is worn on the wrist or pinned to a dress. A boutonniere is a smaller floral arrangement that is typically pinned to the lapel of a man’s suit jacket.[9]
  4. Step 4 How many flowers are in a wrist corsage? 4 How many flowers are in a wrist corsage? Typically, wrist corsages are made of 3 to 5 main flowers, with a small assortment of accent flowers or foliage. However, the number of flowers can vary depending on the look you’re going for.
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  • Question How do you keep a white daisy fresh on a corsage? Beth H. Beth H. Community Answer The best way to keep your flowers from wilting is to have them delivered a day before the function if you can. When you receive the corsage, you will want to spritz the stems with water. If you can, keep the original plastic box it came in, right up until you need it. Also, refrigerate the corsage paying attention to make sure that it is closer to the door and far away from the freezer. Do not leave your corsage in the freezer over 24 hours. The last step would be to seal the corsage and you can find this at your local florist. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 14 Helpful 23
  • Question If I don't have a date, should I still wear a corsage? Community Answer Community Answer It’s up to you really, I don’t have a date to my formal event but I’ll still wear a corsage. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 4 Helpful 14
  • Question On which wrist is a corsage worn? Community Answer Community Answer It's traditionally worn on the left wrist, though a left-handed date may prefer to wear it on the right. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 3 Helpful 13
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  • For additional flair, use decorative embellishments such as a flashy ribbon, a sequined wristband, or other eye-catching inserts. You can also try spraying the bouquet lightly with an aerosol glitter. Be creative! Thanks Helpful 1 Not Helpful 0
  • Silk flowers can be used in place of real flowers. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
  • If you are using real flowers, don't make the corsage too far in advance of the event, or the flowers will wilt and die. Make the corsage 1 to 2 days in advance at most, and store it in a cool place such as your refrigerator to extend the arrangement's life. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
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Things You'll Need

  • Real or fabric flowers and foliage
  • Scissors or wire cutters
  • Floral wire
  • Floral tape
  • Ribbon
  • A corsage bracelet or wristband (optional)
  • Embellishments (optional)
  • Hot glue (optional)

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References

  1. ↑ https://www.lovetoknow.com/celebrations/parties/how-make-wrist-corsage
  2. ↑ https://www.lovetoknow.com/celebrations/parties/how-make-wrist-corsage
  3. ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/prom/prom-style/how-to/a39917/diy-prom-boutonnieres-and-corsages/
  4. ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/prom/prom-style/how-to/a39917/diy-prom-boutonnieres-and-corsages/
  5. ↑ https://californiagrown.org/blog/our-top-tips-on-how-to-make-a-corsage-and-boutonniere/
  6. ↑ https://www.catwalkyourself.com/fashion-news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-wearing-a-wrist-corsage/
  7. ↑ https://www.onlineathens.com/story/lifestyle/2014/03/27/history-corsage/15537464007/
  8. ↑ https://www.theknot.com/content/who-gets-wedding-corsages-and-boutonnieres
  9. ↑ https://www.theknot.com/content/who-gets-wedding-corsages-and-boutonnieres
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Lana Starr, AIFD Reviewed by: Lana Starr, AIFD Certified Floral Designer & Owner, Dream Flowers This article was reviewed by Lana Starr, AIFD and by wikiHow staff writer, Raven Minyard, BA. Lana Starr is a Certified Floral Designer and the Owner of Dream Flowers, a floral design studio based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dream Flowers specializes in events, weddings, celebrations, and corporate events. Lana has over 14 years of experience in the floral industry and her work has been featured in floral books and magazines such as International Floral Art, Fusion Flowers, Florist Review, and Nacre. Lana is a member of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) since 2016 and is a California Certified Floral Designer (CCF) since 2012. This article has been viewed 622,570 times. 2 votes - 100% Co-authors: 17 Updated: June 3, 2025 Views: 622,570 Categories: Proms Article SummaryX

To make a traditional wrist corsage, decide on a color scheme using colors that compliment each other and your attire. Next, choose sturdy flowers, like roses or lilies, and a filler flower like baby's breath. Cut the stems of the flowers short and bind them with floral wire and tape, then attach the corsage band to the flowers with floral wire. Create a bow out of matching ribbon, attach it to the band, and use the floral wire to adjust everything into the position you like best! For tips on making a more modern corsage, read on! Did this summary help you?YesNo

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