A Long List of Pretty Flower Vases to Buy (Because You’re Worth It)
Whether it’s a fresh bunch from the farmer’s market, a handful picked from a garden, or a bodega bouquet that screams treat yourself, flowers have the power to rejuvenate our day. And they deserve better than an emptied-out soda bottle with the label ripped off. They shine best in a well-loved vase.
The vase and flowers combo is such a quietly transformative element in any living space. These days, the internet is full of different tips and tricks to romanticise daily life, to give it a little charm through the little things, to imbue the mundane with a sprinkle of beauty. A cherished vase, with a bouquet of freshly picked or bought flowers, can brighten up a home like almost nothing else.
The breath of nature and the human touch of the vase create a thoughtful harmony. They are the perfect addition when hosting for many or dining solo… just whenever you want to style a dinner table. The vivid colours of certain flowers, like yellow or orange, also work wonderfully to brighten up a windowsill, where they help you feel like the sun is shining with a little more enthusiasm into your space!
Below is a curated list of ten stunning vases (at different price points) that you can buy online and get delivered to the UK. Some are more classic, while others go for whimsical, and they all have their unique charms. What’s most important is to pick one that speaks to you and exudes the kind of energy that you want more of in your life.
The Glass Jellyfish
£310.00
The vibrant colours and organic form of this Finnish creation from the Iittala Alvar Aalto Collection make for a statement piece that isn’t your run-of-the-mill glass flower vase. I personally find the turquoise to have a wonderfully electric feel, which brings to mind the ocean and works well with the jellyfish-esque flowing shape. But there are other brilliant colourways like copper and moss green.
The Parisian Heirloom
£213.00
This vase from Astier de Villatte is perfect for a candlelit dinner looking out at the City of Light. The ceramic is handmade by an artisan in Paris, with figures cast from an antique original. The design brings together the refreshing lightness of minimalism and the stabilising weight of heritage.
The Candy
£20.00
This glass vase from Anthropologie is on the more affordable end, and doesn’t compromise at all with its visuals. The stripes (in blue or pink tones) resemble hard candy and would bring a sweet flavour to any space. When combined with flowers, this would be a maximalist dream to look at! The size is more suited to a few blooms rather than a bouquet, but you don’t need many flowers to make this all come together, since the colours are so deliciously striking already.
The Opulent Centrepiece
£1240.00
This handmade mosaic amphora vase by the Italian brand Sambuco breathes new life into the Byzantine decorations of the ancient world. With hand-applied gold details and dazzling pigments, the first word that comes to mind is opulence, and the price tag reflects it. But if you want to spoil yourself, what better way than to buy a centrepiece that would elevate any bouquet you choose to royal proportions?
The Mother-Earth-Coded One
£225.00
Those who were obsessed with dinosaurs as children (and perhaps still are to this day!) will be delighted to hear about Dinosaur Designs, an Australian design studio that focuses on handmade goods with a deeply geological feel. This Valley Vase does a great job of embodying the undulating curves of the Earth, and looking through the colourways feels like taking a quick tour through the world’s natural landscapes. I have a preference for the especially fossil-like dark horn version, as it reminds me of something that could belong in the Natural History Museum.
The Piece of History
£60.00
Speaking of museums, this antique Turkish vase might be one of the most distinctive pieces you could come across in your shopping. Each of the pieces that Otto Studios sells is a truly historic, one-of-a-kind item made from terracotta, with minor imperfections that give it the air of a museum piece. So if you have always been charmed by the aging of things, and perhaps the possibility of turning part of your home into a gallery, this piece would be the perfect addition. The vase is no longer suitable for water, but it provides the perfect opportunity to display a dried flower bouquet, which can last 1 to 3 years or even longer. The timeless beauty of a dried bouquet can work wonderfully in tandem with this Turkish piece of history.
The Nordic Cool
£95.00
This round vase by Danish design brand Ferm Living has the mesmerising form of a water swirl. You can watch the light filter through the mouth-blown transparent glass, appreciate the uniqueness of the twists and curves on your handmade piece, and style it with flowers to add some variety to its minimalist beauty. I find the smoked grey colourway especially charming, since it evokes the cold simplicity of Scandinavia.
The Flower-Ception
£62.00
If you can’t get enough of flowers, it makes sense that you would want them on your vase too, instead of just in it. This playful ceramic flower vase is adorned with colourful tulips breaking free into the third dimension. It has a unique design that would get the house into the spirit of spring, and if there are no flowers to be found in your garden, perhaps in wintertime, the piece would work well as a bouquet itself!
The Angular Icon
£69.00
It is not so common to come across a rectangular vase — especially one as classically aesthetic as this Delftware piece in traditional white and blue. The holes allow individual flower stems to have their own places, letting each bloom stand tall. The design works well with tulips, if you want to be in keeping with the Dutch spirit.
The Curiosity
£165.00
This vase is a curious piece, in more ways than one! The hand-decorated design features a busy pattern of colourful stripes, broken through by the face and hand of a curious lady. What is she looking at? That depends entirely on where you place her in your space. This vase is part of the Curious People Collection by Sicilian artist Alessandro Iudici. The unique visuals allow it to serve as both a flower vase (of course) and an art piece.
