A boutonniere worn on the jacket at any wedding or formal event adds a touch of elegance and reinforces the primary color theme of the event, as well as the bride's dress or gown. Follow these simple steps to create your own boutonniere for wedding, anniversary, prom and graduation events.

1. Select a flower to use for your boutonniere, considering appropriate color, style and availability from your fresh cut, wholesale florist. Small and midsize flowers like roses and carnations work best as boutonnieres.

2. Create a complete presentation for your boutonniere by using baby's breath and greenery.

3. Cut your flower's stem to a length of approximately 3 inches.

4. Place your greenery on a flat surface, add a small stem of baby's breath, and finally place your fresh cut flower on top. The greenery and baby's breath should be visible from the sides and not extend too far above the focal flower.

5. Wrap all of the stems together with green floral tape. You can also use floral wire to secure the stems together.

6. Tie a small bow with 1/4 inch silk or satin ribbon that coordinates with the wedding dress or the event's theme colors. Use the bow to conceal extra floral tape or wire if necessary.

7. Your fresh cut flower boutonniere will best maintain its beauty and elegance if kept in a cool and moist environment prior to use.