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How to Choose the Best Vases To House Flowers

Complement the beauty of your blooms with vases

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Whether arranging a vibrant bouquet or a few garden handpicked flowers, choosing the perfect vase complements the beauty of your blooms. Vases adds an enchanting dimension to your home's ambiance, infusing your space with beauty, personality, and a touch of artistry. Vases function as versatile canvases, allowing you to easily switch between fresh blooms, artificial arrangements, or standing alone as sculptural pieces. With their varying shapes, sizes, and materials, our vases can complement any decor style, from minimalist to eclectic, bringing life to neglected corners while adding a burst of color to rooms.

Vases Materials and Styles

Glass Vases

Glass vases are classic. Their transparent nature allows your blooms to take center stage, showcasing their natural beauty and vibrant colors. A simple cylinder or an intricate cut-glass design, glass vases effortlessly blend with any decor style. If your style is modern and minimal, a sleek glass vase in a geometric shape might be just what you need. They add a touch of elegance to both minimalist spaces and more ornate settings, making them a versatile choice for any flower enthusiast. 

Ceramic Vases

Ceramic vases, on the other hand, add a cozy, artisanal vibe with their tactile textures and earthy tones. These sturdy vessels come in a variety of textures, shapes, and glazes, each adding its own rustic charm to your floral displays. From hand-thrown pottery with a weathered finish to sleek, modern designs in glossy hues, ceramic vases bring warmth and character to any room. They're perfect for complementing farmhouse-inspired decor or adding a touch of artisanal flair to contemporary interiors. 

Metallic Vessels

Metallic finishes like brass or copper bring a touch of luxury to any arrangement. These vases reflect light beautifully but also add a luxurious touch to your floral arrangements. Metallic vases make a bold statement and effortlessly elevate the style of any space. With the modern sophistication of metallic finishes, your choice of vase can transform a simple bouquet into a stunning centerpiece.

 

Style Various Vase Sizes for a Balanced Look

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Finding the perfect fit for your flowers consider the size and shape of your vase for the flowers you'll be displaying. A cylindrical vase can accentuate the vertical lines of long flowers as much as a rounded vase can provide a softer backdrop for more organic arrangements. 

Types of Vase Shapes


Cylinder Vases: These classic vases are versatile and work well for single-stem flowers and tightly packed arrangements. They provide stability and structure, making them a go-to choice for many floral designers.

Bud Vases: Small and delicate, bud vases are perfect for showcasing individual stems or small clusters of flowers. They add a touch of charm to side tables, nightstands, or even as part of a larger arrangement.

Trumpet or Flared Vases: These vases have a wider opening that tapers towards the base, allowing flowers to splay out gracefully. They’re ideal for arrangements with blooms that naturally fan out, such as peonies or hydrangeas.

Bulbous or Balloon Shape: A rounded, bulbous body that tapers towards the neck, resembling the shape of a balloon. They offer a whimsical and organic look, perfect for showcasing single stems or small bunches of flowers.

Teardrop Shape: Teardrop-shaped vases have a rounded bottom that gradually tapers to a narrower neck, resembling a water droplet. They provide a graceful and elegant silhouette, ideal for minimalist arrangements or displaying long-stemmed flowers.

Gourd Shape: Gourd-shaped vases have a rounded body with a slightly narrower neck, similar to the shape of a gourd or squash. They offer a rustic and natural aesthetic, making them suitable for casual floral displays or adding a touch of earthiness to your decor.

Hourglass Shape: Hourglass-shaped vases have a narrow waist that separates a wider base from a slightly tapered neck. This classic shape is versatile for floral arrangements, from compact bouquets to elaborate centerpieces.

Fishbowl or Globe Shape: These vases have a spherical or rounded shape with a wide, open mouth. They create a panoramic view of the flowers inside which is perfect for arrangements that require a lot of space or showcase flowers with cascading stems.

 

Style with Unconventional Vessels

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Why limit yourself to traditional vases when there’s a world of unique vessels waiting to elevate your floral arrangements? Consider adding a vintage teapot, a rustic pitcher, or a repurposed glass jar for character and storytelling into your space. These unconventional choices not only showcase your creativity but also add a distinctive charm that traditional vases often lack. A vintage teapot with delicate floral motifs can complement a bouquet of garden roses, creating a whimsical and romantic atmosphere. A rustic pitcher filled with wildflowers evokes a sense of rustic charm and simplicity, perfect for farmhouse or cottage-inspired decor. Mix and match textures, shapes, and materials to create an eclectic yet cohesive ensemble, or cluster these vessels on a dining table or console table to bring a unique artful touch to your floral arrangement.

 

Decorate with Multiple Vases, One Theme

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Instead of a single large vase, handpick a collection of smaller vases that share a consistent theme or color palette. This could be a set of recycled glass vases in the same shapes or a mix of ceramic vases with similar textures. Arrange them in a tight cluster on a dining room table or scatter them across along a windowsill to add pops of color and life to your living space. Their smaller size vases create visual interest by breaking up larger surfaces and drawing the eye to different focal points in the room.

 

Choose A Seasonal Vase To Match Decor

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Refresh with seasonal blooms and corresponding vases to celebrate the changing seasons. In spring, coastal inspired vessels filled with tulips, daffodils, or cherry blossoms bring a burst of freshness and optimism into your home. As summer approaches, swap out vases for vibrant, sunny hues like yellow or orange, paired with cheerful blooms like daisies or sunflowers. In autumn, embrace warmer tones with amber glass vases and rustic ceramic containers filled with richly colored foliage, berries, and seasonal flowers. And when winter arrives, indulge in the cozy charm of metallic vases in silver or gold, adorned with elegant white roses or deep red poinsettias.

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Decorating with Vases From Coffee Table to Bedroom

Coffee Table 

Choose vases that match your coffee tables size, neither too big to overwhelm nor too small to be lost. Coordinate colors with your living room palette for harmony. Arrange vases asymmetrically to create visual interest and balance. Position a larger vase off-center and complement it with smaller decor items like candles, books, or trays to enhance the arrangement.

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Kitchen Countertops 

Vases should fit well on your countertops without overcrowding the space. Make your display practical by using vases to store kitchen utensils or displaying fresh herbs or flowers for added color and fragrance. Keep the design simple with clean lines that complement your kitchen decor. Regularly update and rotate items on display to keep your countertop styling fresh and inviting.

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Bedroom 

Select vases that harmonize with your bedroom furniture and decor. Ensure they're proportionate to where you'll place them, whether on a dresser, shelf or bedside table. Match the tones of the vases with your bedding, walls, or accent pieces for a cohesive look. Consider placing a single statement vase on a dresser to draw attention or arrange a cluster of vases with varying heights on a windowsill or bedside table for an artful display.

A vase can be more than just a vessel—its a combination of form, elegance, and functionality. Whether you're preparing for a special event or adding charm to a unique occasion, browse Woodka Interiors' exquisite collection of vases and vessels to elevate your floral arrangement.