Wedding Boutonnières

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    Learn More About Wedding Boutonnières

    Also referred to as a buttonhole, wedding boutonnieres are small floral arrangements pinned to the lapel of a suit jacket. They’re typically reserved for formal events, and it’s usually men who wear boutonnieres, while women more commonly wear corsages. Wedding boutonnieres are often styled to match the rest of the decor, but these days anything goes.

    Everything about your nuptials will be tailored to a tee, and your wedding boutonniere can be just as remarkable as the rest of your extraordinarily styled decor. Here are a few unique wedding boutonniere ideas to help you start brainstorming:


    • Crochet: From traditional roses with a sprig of baby’s breath to modern arrangements of fresh greenery, crochet wedding boutonnieres can be customized to any design style. They’re also soft to wear and can last forever, making them a great memento of the day.
    • Paper: Many designs mimic the look of real flowers, but paper boutonnieres made of pages from your favorite book or the sheet music to your first dance song bring a sentimental touch that everyone can adore.
    • Boho: Featuring neutral earthy hues with stems of wheat and pampas grass, dried eucalyptus, and rosemary wrapped in twine, boho boutonnieres are a down-to-earth choice for an eclectic couple.
    • Hunting: An excellent option for those looking for rustic wedding boutonnieres, hunting boutonnieres feature a small antler and are a rugged choice that’s very fitting for outdoorsy people. Boutonnieres made from bright feathers are also suitable picks for a woodsy wedding or an outdoor countryside wedding.
    • Succulent: Give fresh-cut florals a break and pick a succulent boutonniere showcasing echeverias, sedum, and kalanchoe leaves. Many Etsy sellers offer live succulent boutonnieres that you can plant after the wedding for a living reminder of your big day.

    Traditionally, those who receive boutonnieres at a wedding include the groom, the groomsmen, the fathers and grandfathers of the bride and groom, as well as any other men taking part in the ceremony or supporting roles like ring bearers and ushers. Some couples also give a boutonniere to their officiant (or a corsage, depending on their gender and preference) as they will be in many wedding photos. But when it comes to who gets a boutonniere at your wedding, there are no rules. You can honor anyone with this meaningful accessory.

    Your wedding boutonnieres will be gorgeous no matter what, but a custom boutonniere charm adds one-of-a-kind character. They easily pin or tie onto your wedding boutonnieres, and shops on Etsy offer a variety of custom charms to find a well-suited match for your big-day style. Personalize it with an inscription of a name, a favorite quote, a sentimental message from a loved one, or an important date.


    Bringing people together is one of the best parts of a wedding, but sometimes not everyone can attend. Showcase someone special who couldn’t make it with a custom boutonniere photo charm.