This blog post is all about boutonnieres and everything you need to know about them.
Let’s talk about the men in the wedding for a change. Their dapper classic look wouldn’t be right without a boutonniere. A boutonniere is the accent of the out fit that bring the groom’s look to the next level.
What is a wedding boutonniere?
A boutonniere is the flower on a guys tux or suit. It is often place in the lapel of a jacket. A boutonniere is basically the male version of a bouquet for special occasions such as weddings.
Another name for boutonniere is buttonhole. Boutonniere is often misspelled as boutineer. It is a floral arrangement often mistaken as a corsage.
They are usually the wedding colors and the floral design matches the wedding flowers. The wedding bouquet and boutonniere looks very nice together in wedding photo.
Who gets a boutonniere?
Every male a part of the wedding gets a boutonniere. That means the groom, groomsmen, father of the bride, father of the groom, ring bearer, any ushers both grandfathers. Male readers or speakers should also get a boutonniere.
How much does a boutonniere cost?
You could get a boutonnieres at a floral shop or a grocery store with a floral section. Real flower boutonnieres cost about $10 to $20.
There are some cheaper boutonniere options that include daises and carnations that start at approximately $5.
The most popular boutonnieres include roses and baby’s-breath (classic option). That costs around $11 to $15.
You could also boutonnieres online. You could find some very beautiful boutonnieres on Etsy that costs less than $10.
How to make a boutonniere
A DIY boutonniere is very simple to make. For a basic boutonniere follow these steps. The supplies you will need are:
- A main flower of your choice.
- White little flowers , for example, baby’s breath.
- Green leaves
- Hot glue
- Floral tape
- Ribbon or twine
DIY Boutonniere Directions:
- Start by arranging the flowers the way you want them to look.
- Take the main flower and begin to build around it. This is where you figure out what style will work best.
- Trim the stems down to about 3-4 inches. Trim flowers and stems that you do not want.
- Once you have the style that you want, use hot glue to secure the stems together and then let that dry.
- When dry wrap floral tap floral tape around the stem covering the glued area.
- Trim excess stem to about 1 and a half inches form the main flower. Make sure there’s enough space for the pin.
- Wrap the boutonniere with ribbon or twine securing it with hot glue above the bottom of the stems. Leave the bottoms of the stems exposed.
- Add a label for presentation and then you are done!
What side does the boutonniere go on?
A boutonniere is worn on the left side because that’s where lapel buttonhole is. If the boutonniere is not being worn on a jacket but on a shirt or vest, it should still be worn on the left side.
How to pin a boutonniere
Pin a boutonniere in 3 easy steps. First you pin into the fabric. Then over the flower, then into the fabric again. Stretch out the fabric so that it lays flat.
The boutonniere is typically placed lower than the tie, but above the pocket square.
Boutonniere Tip:
When looking at boutonniere, select the kind with magnetic clasps rather than pins. Pins often bend. Or don’t adequately hold the weight of the buds and the boutonniere ends up hanging upside down. Magnets make it much easier to put them on and can hold the weight a bit better than a pin.
50 NEW boutonniere Ideas For Your Groom
Here are 50 awesome boutonniere styles for the groom and groomsmen. Some of the images has links to the source of the boutonniere for more information. With this list you will find boutonnieres of every style and color.
Light pink rose boutonniere looks beautiful the the cute pink bow finish.
Cute yellow and pink design by Magnolia Rose.
What a difference a boutonniere makes. It may be a small part of the male outfit but it makes a big impact on the look.
Matchy-matchy with the bride The groom’s gotta have his flowers too right?
This is very soft and romantic, perfect for the occasion.
Boutonnière for the groom, featuring blackberries, blushing bride, and garden sage
Orchid looks great at a summer wedding. Looks fresh and clean with the tan jacket.
Isn’t this just best tiny mini-bouquet? I love it!
This one is wrapped in twine. It gives it a natural, rustic look.
Fall colors and a single white rose buttonhole makes a classic look for a wedding.
Whimsical and dreamy. This white flower in Eucalyptus for the greenery makes a fabulous look.
Sunflower and baby’s-breath looks stunning on this blue suit.
Remember that you could make an amazing design out of artificial flowers like the one here. It will last a long time and you could re-use it for another special occasion.
This is a statement piece because of it’s size and position. It is designed to draw attention to the groom.
This style has a tassel at the bottom for a dramatic effect.
Mint and Seafoam boutonniere.
Love this style. It is elegant and almost looks as if it is wearing a veil. How special is that!
This Green Orchid looks amazing on this suit. The color pops and is eye catching against the dark colored suit.
Formal look with it inside of the jacket pocket of the men’s suit. Hey, if you’re not going to use the pocket for the napkin, why not use the it for style.
A beach wedding look in full bloom. It’s just stunning.
A unique style. This is a little lilac circle is so cute.
Wheat makes a nice background accent around the main flower. It for the rustic theme perfectly.
Don’t you just love the combination of a buttonhole and a bow tie. The two effortlessly compliment each other.
Pink calla lily looks clean & sophisticated. When planning a wedding every detail matters.
This beautiful white rose is the best with the matching ribbon on the stems.
This mini sunflower has little buds extended in the back. The detail of this makes the bright flower stand out even more.
The little berries in this makes the colors blend very well. I like this idea for fall and winter weddings.
Contrasting colors made up of small daisies in the background.
Calla lilies are a whole vibe. Some associate calla lily with Venus and thus with lust and sexuality.
Orange succulents are beautiful and is a unique look and color for a wedding.
Another circular companion. It looks so festive and i love that they used mostly greenery for this one.
This orange rose are a unique alternative to the traditional red rose if you intend to convey the message of the heat of passion.
This one contains Delphinium, Helichrysum, Wheat, Baby’s Breath and Statice which are all natural materials.
There are even boutonnieres with peacock feathers. That is EPIC!
Never underestimate the beauty of a flower on a man.
Peach peony style made by Iryna Fleur. Lovely Wedding Boutonniere. All flowers are handmade. Unlike fresh flowers, they never fade.
Cherry blossom is a great option if you want something a little different.
Another orchid example. Love the bright colors and the size of this.
Here’s a little something extra for your wedding day. Instead of having small flowers around the main flower, let them drop and fall beneath the main flower for a creative look.
Cymbidium orchids are Classy and romantic looking buttonhole. For the classic man.
Absolutely love the winter theme. The Holiday like pinecone is perfect for a christmas wedding.
On this Ranuncula, The stripped ribbon detail is much appreciated.
Natural flowers makes the wedding look come together. You’d be surprised what plants would look amazing.
Pink Peony Wedding ideas Created by Iryna Fleur.
Minimal statement for a chic new look.
Summertime magic showing a beautiful peach color.
Lavender Dreams Sola Flower with dried lavender, gomphrena, misty, and eryanthus grass wrapped in a burlap ribbon trimmed with lace.
This beautiful orange flower is a charming and bright addition to any wedding!
Dusty Blue Double Rose Eucalyptus is Gorgeous shade of slate blue silk flowers wedding.
A personal favorite of baby pink, green leave and baby’s-breath this example above.
This little pink number would make the perfect Buttonhole for any Groom or Best man at a wedding.
Conclusion
We hoped you learned everything there is to know about boutonnieres. A Floral wedding and corsage wedding wont be the same without one. Please let us know which one was your favorite in the comment section below.
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