Boutonnieres in Brief
December 30th, 2005 Posted in Wedding Planning and Ideas
Universally known as "those little things the guys wear on their tux jacket", boutonnieres are often undervalued in the mad frenzy to make sure that the floral arrangements for the wedding venue, and the bouquets for the bridal party are all looking smashing. It’s a shame, because a properly done boutonniere can make a larger impact on the visual beauty of a wedding than is often realized, and are a simple way to make a splash.
But what exactly are they?
Boutonnieres are small floral arrangements that are pinned to the lapels of the male attendants at the wedding. They are usually worn by the groom, the best man, the ushers, and the father of both the bride and groom. Additional family members may also be given a boutonniere as a token of their special place in the lives of the couple.
Just like the bridal bouquet should differ from the bridesmaids’, the groom’s boutonniere is generally of a slightly different, sometimes more elaborate design than the others. Very often it incorporates a similar, but downsized design as the bridal bouquet, to add a touch of continuity to the ceremony arrangements.
Popular flowers for these small arrangements are roses, carnations and orchids, and depending on what type of flower, the complexity of the design, each boutonniere can carry a price tag of about $5-$15 dollars. Simple, yet elegant arrangements can both save on money, and look fantastic, so don’t feel the need to be outrageous.