boutonniere
Example Sentences
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Nearly 30 inmates, selected for good behavior, donned tuxedos with pink boutonnieres and waited as daughters, some dressed in formal gowns, were led into the prison’s Bible college transformed into a makeshift dance hall.
From Salon
Mr. Barasch tucked a boutonniere of wildflowers into his front pant pocket; Mr. Hammond wore hand painted flowers trailing from his chest pocket.
From New York Times
Meanwhile, the wedding vendors in Michigan have been "completely understanding" with the sudden change of plans, by refunding the money for the best man's suit, boutonniere and meal, Perry said.
From Fox News
The bride wore a flowing white dress and a crown of white flowers in her hair; the groom a dark suit with a boutonniere.
From New York Times
The bride wore a white dress and a floral headband; the groom, a black suit and blue tie, with a white rose boutonniere.
From Washington Post
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