Spring styling: Floral focal points

Spring has arrived, bringing with it a desire for greenery and a longing for the great outdoors. It’s a time of year where plants are beginning to wake from their winter slumber, bringing some much-needed freshness to our gardens and our homes. And what better way to celebrate the season’s arrival than with a beautiful bunch of spring blooms?

One of the easiest ways to decorate an interior, flowers bring so much joy and energy to our spaces. Whether your blooms are bold and blousy or wild and green – it’s been scientifically proven that flowers are good for our mental health. Mood elevators, stress relievers and productivity enhancers, the benefits of bringing a little of the great outdoors inside are numerous. Let us take you through some of our favourite ways to display florals this spring.

The art of Ikebana

‘Ikebana’ describes the ancient Japanese art of flower arranging. Dating back thousands of years, the practice of Ikebana celebrates each individual flower and stem. In traditional Ikebana, there are numerous rules and meanings surrounding the placement of flowers, but at its heart, this practice is about admiring the understated beauty of nature and appreciating the spaces between flowers as part of the art.

True to the spirit of Ikebana, the Fritz Hansen Ikebana and Ikeru vases have been designed to honour every flower placed within them, from head to crown. In the Ikebana vase, a punched brass frame sits within a clear glass vase, allowing you to creatively place individual stems of various sizes, creating your own Ikebana masterpiece. Available in 3 sizes, this stunning vase is a firm favourite of ours at Nest.

In the Ikeru vase, a series of metal flutes provide a home for your stems, set within a forest green glass tray that holds water to keep flowers fresh. A sculptural piece that looks beautiful with or without blooms, this charming vase is a simple and beautiful way to accessorise your home.

Sculptural beauty

Whether your style is minimal or exuberant, a statement vase has an instant impact on a room. Unusual shapes, luxurious materials and oversized pieces command attention and provide an eye-catching vessel for your spring flowers.

But don’t forget – the best vases often don’t require any flowers at all. Opting for a beautiful statement vase doesn’t just provide a home for your flowers, it’s also a great way to introduce colour, texture and form to your interiors whatever the season.

Audo Copenhagen’s Echasse Vase does just that. Designed by Copenhagen based Studio Theresa Rand, the Echasse has a drop-like shape that rests on four slender stilts. This alluring silhouette is a piece of sculpture in its own right, but when blooms are placed inside – it becomes even more beautiful. The Echasse is available in 3 sizes which work on the table, on a sideboard or even on the floor.

Discover sculptural vases from Audo Copenhagen, Gejst, AYTM and more in our collection.

Simple tips to keep your flowers looking at their best…

Remove any foliage below the waterline
Always trim the flower stems at an angle
Use a clean vase
Refresh the water every couple of days
Avoid direct sunlight and drafts

We hope you found a little inspiration in our spring floral guide. Find your perfect match and discover our full collection of vases and planters here. If you need a little help selecting a vase that’s right for you, or if you have any questions on any of the designs featured, please feel free to contact our team via email, over the phone on 0114 243 3000 or on Live Chat.

Are you proud of a spring floral display you’ve created at home? We would love to see! Share your styling with us over Instagram @nest_co_uk.

Image credits: @insideherhome, @maxhawley94, @rebeccagoddard