Flowers for Men That You’ll Love

Flowers for Men That You’ll Love

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We will fully admit most of the discussion of flowers is geared towards women, brides, and bouquets. Flowers for men are just as important. Though they might be small, boutonnieres add a touch of personality, color and texture to a man’s lapel.

Why Do Men Wear Boutonnieres?

Whether you believe boutonnieres originate in Ancient Egypt, with the Aztecs, Medieval knights or whether you believe flowers ward off evil spirits or not, the reality is simple. A man’s contemporary suit often has a little notch sewn into it called a buttonhole. If you’ve never wondered why it’s there, we can tell you. The buttonhole is intended for a flower. (Gasp!).

Worn on the left side, right above the heart, a flower in a man’s buttonhole serves to connect him to his partner on the wedding day. Also known as a boutonniere or more simply a “bout”, the flower also identifies the VIPs of the wedding party.

Designing a Boutonniere You Love

A white rose is a traditional choice, but when it comes to wedding décor and flowers, you should first and foremost do what you like. The look doesn’t have to be as theme-y “football” or “superman”. The wedding’s color scheme might provide creative direction for what you do. Often the style of the boutonniere follows the style of the wedding. A modern scheme might call for a mini-calla lily or orchid. A more rustic event might call for a finishing touch like twine. Grooms may want to consider if their boutonniere is distinct from or the same as the rest of the wedding party. The only rules are the ones you make!

Ultimately, whatever flowers you choose should be hearty. An experienced florist will know how to wire and tape blooms to ensure they last the day. Without the benefit of a water source and through wedding day hugs, flowers for men take a lot of wear and tear.

Going Beyond Boutonnieres

If you are not loving boutonnieres, and want something more fashion forward, you are in luck! Flowers for men have gone beyond the boutonniere. A floral pocket square is a stylish choice that avoids the prickliness of pins. Fashioned on a card, the flowers slip neatly into a pocket. For a more dramatic look, opt for a floral lapel piece or bow tie. Sky’s the limit with creativity!

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It’s Bike to Work Day — and while we usually pedal toward petals, we couldn’t resist sharing this creative twist from Elle & Bryan, one of our couples who wheeled their love of cycling straight into the ceremony. 🚲✨ 

Elle & Bryan’s wedding at Dumbarton House was full of charm, personal touches, and one especially fun nod to their love of cycling. Bicycle wheels became sculptural backdrops, proving that when it comes to personal touches, there’s no such thing as too niche.

Designing florals around unexpected objects? That’s our lane. And yes — it was all uphill in the best possible way.

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  1. I would love to design the full lapel flower arrangement. Can you give any guidance on what base materials to use? Clips, holders, ect.

    That would be very appreciated

    1. Use kinesiology tape! Goes on like a sticker. Have not had any issues with adhesives. If you are concerned, though, you can always use magnets.

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