Have you ever wondered what that collection of flowers that is mostly worn by mothers of the bride on the lapel at weddings is called? Well, worry not – it is called a corsage and it has been here for a while, though it was earlier considered a fancy for the rich.

But today, everyone is proudly wearing their corsage. They have become a fashion staple for almost every lady.Traditionally, in Western countries, only mothers and grandmothers wore them. Now it is acceptable for the bride to give close female friends and relatives corsages. It is meant to be a gesture of deep appreciation towards the person whom you bestow a corsage upon. Usually, these are close friends, someone you count as family. It could also be a relative like an aunt or a Godmother - someone you treat like a mother.There are now different ways how you can wear your corsage: On the lapelThis is the tradition of the corsage; it was always worn on the lapel on your left side. It was never common, but now it is practiced in different countries because civilization has caught up with us.On the wristPlace the corsage on your left wrist and tie it with the ribbon attached for the purpose. If it has an elastic band, slip that over the hand. This is common for young girls going for their high school prom nights or young brides maids. These corsages are worn on the wrist when you wear a strapless gown. They turn your plain dress to beautiful.On the legYoung ladies have become more creative and now corsages can be worn on the left leg, too.  How you tie it on the leg is not any different from how you tie it on your wrist; it’s just that on the leg it has to be tighter so that it does not fall down due to leg movement. On your hairA corsage gives you an edge when worn on your hair. It gives an impression of both the corsage and a fascinator. Comb your hair and pin your corsage on the side. The effect if striking! You don’t have to follow what everybody else is doing. I have seen other ladies pin their corsages on their small clutch bags. If that is what you want, so be it. Fashion is not about following what everyone else is doing but what fits your style.