Easy DIY: How to Make a Boutonniere for the Groom's Left Chest ♡

2015.08.13 published

What is a "Boutonnière"?＊

A boutonnière is a corsage worn on the left lapel of the groom. It is typically made using the same flowers as the bride's bouquet.♡

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The Wonderful Relationship Between Boutonnières and Bouquets♡

In the past, it was customary for men to gather wildflowers along the way to a woman's home and present them in a bouquet as a proposal.♡

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A Boutonnière as a Response to the Marriage Proposal＊

If the woman says yes (agrees to the marriage), she will pull a flower from the bouquet and place it in the man's lapel. This is the origin of the boutonnière.＊

In other words, if the groom doesn't have a flower on his chest, it means he hasn't received a yes to the proposal! So, the boutonnière is really important.＊

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Let's Make a Boutonnière for the Response to the Proposal♡

It might be romantic to create a handmade boutonnière for him as a way to express your feelings. Here's how to make a boutonnière.♩

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You can easily make it with materials available at 100 yen shops or places like Yuzawaya.＊

【HOW TO DIY】How to Make a Boutonnière♡

1. Make a small hole in the stem of the flower you want to use and thread a wire through it.

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2. Wrap it with floral tape.

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3. Gather the flowers you've made in a balanced way and wrap them again with floral tape.

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4. It will look something like this.♩

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5. Then, wrap a ribbon around it.

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And it's done! ♡ It's surprisingly easy to make.♩

The average cost for flowers, ribbons, wires, and other supplies is about 1000 yen.

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I Want to DIY a Wonderful Boutonnière for the Groom♡

Changing the type of flowers can dramatically alter the feel of the boutonnière.＊ You can arrange them based on the theme of the wedding or his image.♡

You could try using twine instead of ribbon for the stem or wrap it in a different material to create a stylish boutonnière.＊

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In recent years, it seems that people also preserve boutonnières as a lasting memory, turning them into treasured keepsakes.♩

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I Want to Prepare a Beautiful Boutonnière and Bouquet♡

The bouquet and boutonnière, which adorn the bride and groom, are happy items that carry wonderful meanings.＊

Let's prepare a special one to create a memorable and beautiful wedding! ♡

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