Which colour vase to choose: white, sand, olive, brown or black
Short answer: choose a colour one step away from your wall or your furniture. White and sand blend into light interiors, olive brings in green without a plant, brown adds warmth, and black draws the outline. All five LUMA colours are matte, so whichever you choose, the light moves over the ribs instead of bouncing off them.
The five vase colours
White
The lightest of the five. White lets the shape and the ribs do the work, and suits every flower. Against a dark wall or dark wood it stands out; against a white wall it almost disappears, until the afternoon light picks out the ribs. See all white vases.
Sand
A warm neutral, the colour of linen and light oak. Sand is the Japandi colour, and the easiest of the five to place. Tone on tone with pale pampas, vase and plumes almost become one colour. See all sand vases.
Olive
A muted, earthy green. An olive green vase brings the colour of plants into a room without the watering, and sits well with wood, linen, terracotta and white flowers. It has the most colour of the five, and stays soft. See all olive green vases.
Brown
Deep and warm, like dark wood or coffee. Brown suits autumn branches, dried flowers and seed heads, and looks at home on walnut or oak. See all brown vases.
Black
The most graphic choice. A black vase draws its silhouette sharply, especially against a white or light wall, and makes white or bright flowers stand out. In a light room it is the darkest line, like ink on paper. See all black vases.
Matching the vase colour to your interior
| Your interior | For calm | For contrast |
|---|---|---|
| White walls, light wood | Sand, white | Black, olive |
| Dark wood, warm tones | Brown, sand | White |
| Plenty of plants and green | Olive | White |
| Concrete, grey, steel | Black, white | Sand, brown |
Colour and flowers
- White and sand suit every flower and let the bouquet set the tone.
- Olive sits well with white, cream and green flowers, and with branches.
- Brown pairs with dried flowers and warm autumn colours.
- Black makes white and bright flowers glow.
Which shape and height suit which flowers is in which vase for which flowers.
Matte colours and light
Because the finish is matte, a LUMA vase does not reflect the light; it holds it. In the morning the ribs cast fine shadows, and in the evening the colour deepens. On a screen a colour can look slightly different from the vase on your sideboard. If it does not suit your home, you have 30 days to return it, with free return shipping within the EU.
Combining two colours
Two colours work best when the shape or height is shared, such as two SILO Mediums in white and black. More ideas in how to combine vases.
Frequently asked questions
Which vase colour is the most timeless?
White and sand. They sit quietly in almost every interior and suit every flower.
What goes with an olive green vase?
Wood, linen, terracotta and plants, and white, cream or green flowers. Olive brings in green without being loud.
Is a black vase too harsh?
Not in a matte finish. Against a light wall it draws the shape clearly, and it makes white or bright flowers stand out.
Do the colours look the same as on screen?
They can look slightly different, depending on your screen and the light at home. If a colour does not suit your room, you have 30 days to return the vase, with free return shipping within the EU.
Every shape comes in all five colours. Choose yours in the collection.
