Pro Tip: How To Pin Bouts
These poor guys. The boutonnieres get dropped off like a pizza at their front door step, and dudes are left to struggle with how to pin these things on their jackets, all while being attacked by stabbing pins.
The usual kicker? They have 5 minutes to do this, and no one knows how.
I have pinned hundreds at this point to be able to give your guys some directions in case I’m not on site.
Step 1: Place the bout on the left lapel.
The boutonniere should be placed on top of the lapel and on the left side. If you’re pinning the boutonniere on some else then it should be placed to the right of the tie. The boutonniere is typically placed lower than the tie, but above the pocket square.
Step 2: Fold the lapel over the bout.
After you’ve correctly positioned the boutonniere, form a taco shape by folding the material over the flower and that should allow you to see the back of the lapel.
Step 3: Slide The Needle Downward Into The Back Of the Lapel.
Insert the needle at a downward angle making sure it runs through both sides of the lapel. Be sure to stick the needle through the thickest part of the boutonniere, the flower stem. It’s important to insert the needle at a downward angle to ensure that the boutonniere stays in place throughout the event.
After you’ve pinned the boutonniere, check and see that the needle is not visible from the front and the boutonniere is secure. I use the second pin in the same exact motion for more stability.