Does the father of the bride wear a boutonniere or corsage?
Yes. The father of the bride traditionally wears a boutonniere. Father and child pinning each other's boutonnieres on makes for a special photo.
Yes. The father of the bride traditionally wears a boutonniere. Father and child pinning each other's boutonnieres on makes for a special photo.
Etiquette at a glance
| Traditional flower | Boutonniere |
|---|---|
| Where & which side | Left lapel, above the buttonhole, angled with the lapel. Match the pin method to the jacket weight. |
| Who usually buys it | For weddings, the couple (or, traditionally, the groom's family) usually covers corsages and boutonnieres as part of the floral budget. Confirm the count with your florist. |
| When it's worn | Hand them out before the ceremony so they can be worn during the processional and in family photos. |
| Modern note | Stepfathers and father figures are commonly included with their own boutonniere to acknowledge their role. |
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Alternatives
- Pocket-square boutonniere
- A boutonniere coordinated with the groom's or distinct to mark the parent role
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Wedding flower order - 1 x Boutonniere for the father of the bride (left lapel) Note: common wedding norm; confirm style and count with your florist.
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Frequently asked
Does the father of the bride wear a boutonniere?
Yes. The father of the bride traditionally wears a boutonniere. Father and child pinning each other's boutonnieres on makes for a special photo.
Where does the father of the bride's flower go, and on which side?
Left lapel, above the buttonhole, angled with the lapel. Match the pin method to the jacket weight.
Who pays for the father of the bride's wedding flowers?
For weddings, the couple (or, traditionally, the groom's family) usually covers corsages and boutonnieres as part of the floral budget. Confirm the count with your florist.
When should the father of the bride get their boutonniere or corsage?
Hand them out before the ceremony so they can be worn during the processional and in family photos.
What are good alternatives for the father of the bride?
Common alternatives: Pocket-square boutonniere; A boutonniere coordinated with the groom's or distinct to mark the parent role.
Sources & method
The Knot lists Father of the bride and Father of the groom as boutonniere wearers ('father and child can help pin each other's boutonnieres on'). Placement from the Rinlong 2026 attachment section. Fetched 2026-06-19.
Sources: The Knot — Who Gets Wedding Corsages and Boutonnieres
These are common wedding-planning norms, not authoritative rules — modern etiquette is flexible, so ask each recipient their preference and confirm counts with your florist. Last reviewed 2026-06-19. Observed search interest for "boutonniere for father of the bride": ~320/mo.