The History of Lapel Flowers

The History of Lapel Flowers

Flowers have long been used for decoration and celebration for men. This is not a feminine tradition but rather a masculine one. If you go all the way back to 2000 B.C. the Aztecs used the brilliant colors of flowers to show their allegiance during warfare, and it’s believed that ancient Egyptians did as well. Two decorated civilizations with the same idea!

There were also additional reasons for wearing flowers in ancient times. There was once a time when men didn’t or couldn’t shower daily. Believe it or not, there was a time when baths were a luxury. At the time when bathing was not as common as today the floral scents of the flower lapel pins helped disguise unsavory body odor. Obviously, these weren’t fabric flowers, but rather natural flowers that grew from plants. Antiseptic properties of some flowers were also thought to protect the wearer from disease. That's what we call a multipurpose men’s accessory!

Modern day history regarding the origins of the boutonniere begins with the War of the Roses. During this significant campaign battle, the House of York was represented with the white rose, while the soldiers for the House of Lancaster wore red roses. As modern military clothing was not available during this time, most soldiers from the same area appeared similar and required something to differentiate which side they represented.

The lapel flower that is popular today won’t cover your odor, but it will help you stand out from the crowd. Just as these ancient warriors, you are brave and bold, unafraid to set a new standard for style. What are you waiting for? Get yours today.

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