Wedding Glossary

    Attire

    Boutonnière

    A small single-flower arrangement pinned to the lapel of a suit jacket, traditionally worn by the wedding party and immediate family.

    Boutonnières are pinned to the left lapel and typically include 1-2 small focal flowers (often matching the bouquet) plus filler greenery. Budget $20-45 each.

    Count: each wedding-party member, fathers and grandfathers, the officiant if they're not in robes, and sometimes the ring bearer. Always order 1-2 extras for emergency replacements.

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