[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/choose-perfect-boutonniere\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/choose-perfect-boutonniere\/","headline":"Choose the perfect boutonniere","name":"Choose the perfect boutonniere","description":"Here's how to choose the perfect boutonniere for your wedding day. It should be an expression of you and your style, and does not always need to include flowers. ","datePublished":"2017-01-24","dateModified":"2017-01-24","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/author\/emilyrochotte\/#Person","name":"Emily Rochotte","url":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/author\/emilyrochotte\/","identifier":5619,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/2f3a3d93cba6196f7aeb50eff060379dae87a7bab7b12983b5dbf60b5cc535f4?s=96&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/2f3a3d93cba6196f7aeb50eff060379dae87a7bab7b12983b5dbf60b5cc535f4?s=96&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Equally Wed","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"http:\/\/equallywed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/equally-wed-lgbtq-weddings-logo.jpg","url":"http:\/\/equallywed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/equally-wed-lgbtq-weddings-logo.jpg","width":218,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Wedding_Boutonniere_Ginger_Moseley.jpg","url":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Wedding_Boutonniere_Ginger_Moseley.jpg","height":400,"width":600},"url":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/choose-perfect-boutonniere\/","about":["Flowers & Decor","Planning"],"wordCount":329,"articleBody":"As you begin to plan your wedding accessories, boutonnieres may be on your list of must-have items. Not sure how to choose the perfect boutonniere? Pick one that expresses your personality and style. You’ll be wearing it all day so choose something (floral or not) that is special to you.\u00a0Not just flowersForget what you knew about the traditional floral boutonniere. These accessories can be made using other natural elements like leaves and acorns, or without any greenery at all such as with corks, ribbons or other craft material.\u00a0Photo via EtsyIncorporate your themeAdd your wedding theme into your boutonniere decision. Wedding have a specific color scheme? Choose flowers that match your color or are a complimenting accent color. Having a beach wedding? Add shells. Wearing a boutonniere to a winter-themed wedding? Add greenery or a small pinecone. Your boutonniere is a visual representation of your personal style.Photo via The Wedding OutletWear it anywhereWhile traditionally worn in the lapel of a jacket, your boutonniere can be worn wherever you would like. Boutonnieres can be clipped to suspenders, pinned to a dress or you can opt for a prom-style corsage look and wear it on your wrist. Show it off where it feels most comfortable for you.Photo via myweddingHonor loved onesWhether you want a boutonniere made of flowers or not, your piece can be used to celebrate loved ones or honor late family members. Add in a special trinket that was passed down to you or a pin that belongs to someone special. Including something special in your boutonniere allows you to hold that person close to your heart during your wedding day.\u00a0Photo via Pinterest Florists, online designers and even the floral department of your local grocery store can design a boutonniere for you. If you want to go DIY for your boutonniere, head to YouTube or Pinterest for boutonniere tutorials and tons of other great wedding inspiration."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Choose the perfect boutonniere","item":"https:\/\/equallywed.com\/choose-perfect-boutonniere\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]