Red Carnation Boutonniere
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Est. ~$911 · check retailer for current price
Check price at Fort Belvedere →Life-Sized Red Carnation Size (Life Size): About 2.75" | 6.5cm The quintessential boutonniere, a carnation is never out of place on a suit or overcoat. Truly versatile due to its popularity both on-screen and on the lapels of some of the most notable characters in history, every gentleman will benefit from having a carnation boutonniere in his collection. A red carnation makes for a great companion to a tuxedo, tailcoat or overcoat and is a bold contrasting statement. It is a classic boutonniere
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2 reviews · Gentleman's Gazette
Provides one of the limited color opportunities in White Tie ensemble while maintaining formal elegance.
- Adds subtle color to formal ensemble
- Traditional carnation choice
- Complements White Tie aesthetic
Preston owns a prototype red carnation boutonniere that he converted to pin-style for use on tuxedo jackets without lapel buttonholes.
