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Buttonholes Melbourne

A buttonhole, or boutonnière, is a single flower or small posy worn on the left lapel, traditionally by the groom, groomsmen and fathers at a wedding. Order buttonholes from Flower Club with a custom quote, or shop ready-made bridal flowers and buttonholes on Flower Club Express.

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Buttonholes: quick facts

Where it’s worn: on the left lapel, over the heart.
Who wears one: the groom, groomsmen, fathers and often grandfathers and ushers.
Popular flowers: roses, spray roses, ranunculus, carnations, thistles and natives.
How to order: shop ready-made buttonholes or get a custom quote, or call (03) 9432 0346 or email contact@flowerclub.com.au.

Buttonhole guide

Matching the wedding

The groom’s buttonhole often uses a flower from the bridal bouquet and can be a little different from the groomsmen’s, so he stands out. Fathers’ buttonholes can match the groomsmen or use a softer colour.

How to pin a buttonhole

Place it on the left lapel, with the stem pointing down.
Push the pin in from behind the lapel, through the stem, and back into the fabric.
Use a second pin or a magnet for heavier designs so it doesn’t swing.

Keeping it fresh

Keep buttonholes in their box somewhere cool until the ceremony, and put them on just before photos.

Flowers with meaning

The thistle is Scotland’s national emblem and a popular choice for Scottish heritage, and natives such as wax flower and gum leaves give an Australian touch.

Buttonhole questions

What side does a buttonhole go on?

The left lapel, over the heart.

Who wears buttonholes at a wedding?

Traditionally the groom, groomsmen and fathers, and often grandfathers and ushers too.

What’s the difference between a buttonhole and a boutonnière?

Nothing: buttonhole is the common term in Australia and the UK, and boutonnière is the French word.

How do you keep a buttonhole fresh?

Keep it in its box somewhere cool until the ceremony and put it on just before photos.

How do I order wedding buttonholes?

Shop ready-made buttonholes or get a custom quote.

Planning a wedding? Get a custom quote or browse ready-made wedding flowers and venue packages. Questions? Call (03) 9432 0346, Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm. If the line is busy, email contact@flowerclub.com.au.