Corsage and Boutonniere Services in Ireland
Corsages and boutonnieres are made for a fixed date: a wedding, a debs, a confirmation, a graduation, or a family celebration. Once the church, hotel, or school confirms the date, it rarely moves, so the flowers must be ready on the morning and hold their shape through a long day. A florist or event florist works from the outfit colours, the style of the dress or suit, and the season, then assembles each piece by hand close to the event so the blooms are fresh.
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Cork, Galway, Kerry, Dublin, Limerick, Waterford, Mayo, Donegal, Tipperary, and Kildare all have florists who take on this work, and a local maker is often easier to deal with for a short collection window. The main risk is not the design but the calendar: a Saturday in June or December fills early, and a late enquiry narrows the choice of who is available.
When you are comparing florists, ask which professional body they are a member of, and ask to see photographs of corsages and boutonnieres they have made for a similar event. Ask how they keep the blooms fresh between assembly and the ceremony, and whether they pin the piece themselves or supply it boxed for someone else to attach. Ask what happens if a particular flower is out of season on your date, and what they would use instead. Ask how far in advance they need the final count, and whether they can match a ribbon or wrap to the outfit.
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What shapes the price of corsage and boutonniere services
- The price of a corsage or boutonniere reflects the flowers used, the labour in wiring and taping each stem, and the extras that go with it.
- A simple single rose or a small seasonal bloom costs less than a structured piece with several flowers, ribbon, tulle, pearls or a magnetic or pin fitting.
- A coordinated package for a wedding party usually brings a lower unit price than the same pieces ordered one by one, because the florist buys and prepares in one session.
- Delivery to a hotel, church or home address adds a travel element, and a very early morning or late evening collection can change the arrangement.
- Deposit terms also matter: many makers ask for a booking deposit to hold the date, with the balance due before collection.
- Ask what is included, what counts as an extra, and how the deposit is treated if plans change.
How long corsage and boutonniere services takes
For a wedding or a large party, book three to six months ahead, and for a popular Saturday in May, June, September or December, earlier still. For a debs, confirmation or graduation, four to eight weeks is a comfortable window, and a single boutonniere can sometimes be arranged with a week or two of notice outside peak season. Give the florist the final count and the outfit colours at least two weeks before the date, and confirm the collection or delivery slot a few days ahead. If the event is moved, tell the maker as soon as the new date is known, because a second peak Saturday may already be booked. Fresh flowers are assembled close to the event, so the last week is for confirmation rather than redesign.
What to ask before you hire
- 01Ask how far ahead the maker needs the final numbers, because party sizes change in the last weeks and each piece is made to order.
- 02Ask what the package includes: the flowers, the ribbon, the fittings, a box or bag for transport, and whether a spare boutonniere is provided.
- 03Ask about cancellation and postponement terms in writing, including how much of the deposit is refundable and how close to the date the booking can be moved.
- 04Ask what happens if the maker is ill or unavailable on the day, and whether another florist is arranged or the deposit returned.
- 05Ask whether they have worked at your venue before and what time they deliver or hand over.
- 06Ask which professional body they are a member of, and whether they carry insurance for event work.
- 07Ask to see photographs of past corsages and boutonnieres in the colours you have in mind, and confirm the collection or delivery time in writing.
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Corsage and boutonniere services questions people ask
How far in advance should I book corsages and boutonnieres for a wedding?
Book three to six months ahead for a wedding, and earlier for a Saturday in peak season. The date is fixed once the venue and church are confirmed, and florists take a limited number of events per weekend. Giving the final count and outfit colours two weeks before the day lets the maker order and assemble each piece fresh.
What is usually included in a corsage and boutonniere package?
A package normally includes the flowers, the wiring and taping, ribbon or tulle, and the pin or magnetic fitting. Some makers add a presentation box or bag and a spare boutonniere. Ask whether delivery to the venue is included or charged separately, and whether a matching piece for a parent or grandparent is part of the price.
Can I change the number of pieces after I book?
Yes, most makers accept changes up to about two weeks before the event, subject to flower availability. Adding pieces late in peak season may not be possible if the blooms are already ordered. Reductions are usually easier, but check whether the deposit is based on the original number and how the balance is recalculated.
What happens if the event is postponed or cancelled?
Terms vary, so ask for the cancellation and postponement policy in writing before paying a deposit. Many makers will move a booking to a new date if they are free, and some retain part of the deposit to cover flowers already ordered. A cancellation close to the date often means the deposit is not returned.
How should corsages and boutonnieres be stored before the event?
Keep them cool and out of direct sunlight, ideally in the box or bag supplied, and avoid leaving them in a hot car. Most pieces are made to be worn within a day of collection. If they are delivered the day before, refrigerate them in the box, away from fruit, and bring them to room temperature before pinning.
Do corsages and boutonnieres suit a debs or confirmation as well as a wedding?
Yes, they are common for debs, confirmations, graduations and family celebrations. A single stem or a small seasonal bloom keeps the cost down, while a structured piece with ribbon and pearls suits a formal outfit. Ask the maker to match the colours of the dress, suit or school uniform.
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