In modern times, tiare flowers are worn daily in The Islands of Tahiti. Women usually wear opened flowers behind their ears, while the men wear their flowers unopened. Wearing a flower behind the right ear means that that person is romantically available while wearing it behind the left ear means that person is unavailable.  What To Expect Every pair is made up of 60% Cotton, 37% Nylon, 3% Spandex, ensuring the feel, and stretch nice and comfy on your feet. Incorporating 3D engineered fabric to ensure design is not compromised.