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Boutonniere Flowers<\/h2>\n

Picking boutonniere flowers is a must for celebrations! Add personality and color to weddings, proms\/dances, anniversaries, and other special occasions. You\u2019ll want to make sure you pick the right flower, color, and style. Here are some tips on choosing a boutonniere that will suit your special occasion.<\/p>\n

Coordinate style and focal flower to match the bridal bouquet, corsage, or attire. For weddings, select flowers for the groomsmen that complement the bride’s & groom’s boutonniere<\/a> but make them smaller and a bit different. Align color and style with the event’s flowers or theme. Choose sturdy, long-lasting flowers that can maintain their shape without water for hours. Learn How to Pin your Boutonniere<\/a>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

A boutonniere should symbolize your unique style to evaluate your look on your special day. Anyone can wear a boutonniere. So research and pick the best boutonniere flowers to elevate your look on your special day.<\/p>\n

Carnations<\/h2>\n

\"Burgundy,Carnations are trendy with a reasonable cost for any event boutonniere. White, peach, and burgundy carnations<\/a> are especially popular due to their simple ruffle visual appeal. In general, carnations are incredibly long-lasting flowers and blend easily with any filler flower or greenery.<\/p>\n

\"Pink<\/p>\n

Dahlias<\/h2>\n

\"OrangeDahlias are sophisticated and come in diverse sizes and a broad selection of bright and vibrant colors. You can choose between white, orange, and red tones or hues of pink, royal purple, and yellow-colored flowers. Dahlias<\/a> are not available all year round but are an excellent choice for summer and fall weddings. Pair with hypericum berries or veronica flowers.<\/p>\n

\"Purple<\/p>\n

Orchids<\/h2>\n

\"OrchidWhite orchids<\/a> are an ideal choice or for a bold statement, use pink or purple orchids with sprigs of foliage. Orchids are a perfect pick for a beach or tropical event.<\/p>\n

\"Tropical<\/p>\n

Ranunculus<\/h2>\n

Ranunculus<\/a>\"White<\/a> flowers are very trendy to use for boutonnieres! With the thin, lustrous petals that resemble crepe paper, these small blooms stand alone as a focal flower\u2014or layered your ranunculus with filler flowers and greenery. This sophisticated bloom makes a versatile boutonniere to match any style or event theme.<\/p>\n

\"Peach<\/p>\n

Roses<\/h2>\n

\"WhiteRoses speak volumes and are the most popular choice due to their natural beauty. Whether you choose traditional roses or spray roses<\/a>, you can pair them with baby\u2019s breath, waxflowers, and greenery, or use a single flower boutonniere.<\/p>\n

\"Roses<\/p>\n

Tulips<\/h2>\n

\"TulipA tulip is timeless and has a natural elegance, making it ideal for Spring events. Tulips<\/a> come in numerous bright colors, such as magenta, purple, pink, red, orange, and yellow, which will quickly draw the eye on your special day.<\/p>\n

\"Duo<\/p>\n

Greenery<\/h2>\n

\"ThistleIf you’re a nature-loving bride, instead of using a classic boutonniere, consider mixing stems of fresh greenery as your boutonniere. Use a mix of greenery<\/a> for textures and color variations, such as eucalyptus, ferns, Italian Ruscus, pittosporum, and thistle for a touch of blue!<\/p>\n

\"Mixture<\/p>\n

Gerbera Daisies<\/h2>\n

\"PeachyIf you want to add color and whimsy look to your event, the best way to do this is using gerbera daisies<\/a>! They are available all year. They can thrive for a long time without water and come in almost every color. The colors range from bright hues to deep orange and burgundy. They also come in variations of pink, cream, and white.<\/p>\n

\"Yellow<\/p>\n

Baby\u2019s Breath<\/h2>\n

\"Baby'sBaby’s breath<\/a> is a versatile flower that can be bunched together or paired with a focal flower. When you bunch a few sprigs of baby’s breath together, it makes a romantic cloud boutonniere suitable for any time of year! Or add a stem of dusty miller for a silver touch. Complete it with a satin or velvet ribbon.<\/p>\n

\"Dusty<\/p>\n

Discover more in our post Easy Steps to DIY Boutonnieres and Corsages<\/a> and our DIY videos on “How-To” to make a boutonniere!\u00a0 You can apply these simple steps to any of the boutonnieres in this blog. It is super easy to DIY and cost-effective!!!<\/p>\n

DIY Boutonniere Videos<\/h2>\n

How To Make A Boutonniere<\/h3>\n