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The Art of Choosing Boutonniere Flowers for Stunning Wedding Elegance

  • Jun 25, 2024
  • 2 min read

Updated: Mar 20

It's not just brides who can wear flowers at weddings, grooms can also invest in a boutonniere. The prop started to be used to differentiate the groom, parents of the bride and groom and godparents from the other guests, after all they are also protagonists at this party! On average, 80% of grooms and groomsmen wear boutonnieres.



How to use Boutonniere flower


The boutonniere is always placed on the left side of the suit, on the lapel of the coat, hence the name boutonniere. The flower should be worn a little below the shoulder. Generally, the parents' and godparents' flowers are the same and the groom's are different, as he should be the highlight of the party. However, if there is a difference between the attire of the groom, groomsmen and parents, then the same flower can be used.

Some brides and grooms prefer to use a flower scarf. Other brides and grooms choose to match their boutonnieres with the bride's bouquet. The Choice, Opt for the “harder” and more resistant flowers so that they last until the end and do not get crushed.

Most used flowers and their meanings


Check out the most used flowers as boutonniere and their meanings



Camellia and mini camellia


Camellia and mini camellia are preferred by those looking for a more elegant boutonniere. The white ones represent perfect beauty, while the red ones are a sign of recognition.


Pink and mini-pink


Symbols of love and passion, the roses generally used are white, red and pink,


Lavender


Also known as Lavender, it is considered a purifying plant. It is usually used to avoid the evil eye.


Jasmine


He is known as the “King of Flowers” and represents luck, sweetness and joy. It has a striking scent that becomes stronger during the night.


Orchid


This flower is associated with love, desire and seduction. The most used color is white or yellow, which respectively represent peace and prosperity.


Succulents


Popular in eco-friendly style weddings, according to the Feng Shui philosophy, succulent plants are seen as guardians, as they act to purify environments.


Hydrangea


Hortência represents obstinacy, dignity, honor and the most sincere and deep feelings.


Wildflowers


Wildflowers are associated with concepts of eternal youth and energy.



Tulip


Tulips are ornamental flowers that can mean true love, perfect love, irresistible love, eternal love.


Clove


The carnation has a more masculine appeal and is a symbol of faithful, strong love that survives time. Today it is often used in white, but for some time now, red carnation, the color of passion, has been used a lot.



 
 
 

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