A vase as a gift for Sinterklaas, Christmas or a housewarming
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A vase is a present that stays in use, with or without flowers in it. If you are unsure, choose a Medium of 28 cm in white or sand: it suits most bouquets and most interiors. Below: how to choose the size, the colour and the shape, what it costs, and the last order dates for pakjesavond and Christmas.
Why a vase works as a gift
A good gift is personal without being a gamble. With a vase there is no size to guess, as there is with clothing, and the other person does not have to share your taste in books or music. Flowers arrive in every home sooner or later, for a birthday, a dinner or a new job, and a good vase is the thing most people never buy for themselves.
A LUMA vase is made to be looked at as much as filled. Its fine spiral ribs catch the light on a shelf or sideboard even when it is empty, so the gift stays out between bouquets instead of going into a cupboard.
Which size to give
| Size | Height | Price | Suits | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 22 cm (SPIRE 21 cm) | €39 | A few stems, one branch, dried flowers on a shelf or bedside table | Sinterklaas, or something small to bring along |
| Medium | 28 cm (SPIRE 27 cm) | €69 | Most bouquets from the florist or the market | The safest choice |
| Large | 34 cm (SPIRE 33 cm) | €99 | Branches, pampas and full bouquets; holds its own when empty | A housewarming, Christmas |
If you do not know what usually goes in their vase, our guide to choosing a vase size explains the simple ratio between stem and vase.
Which colour, if you do not know their interior
- White and sand are the quietest choices. They sit comfortably in light interiors and with almost every flower.
- Olive brings a little green into a room without being loud, and looks good with wood and plants.
- Brown is warm, and suits darker wood, autumn branches and dried flowers.
- Black draws the shape most clearly, especially against a white wall.
All five colours are matte. More on matching colour to walls, wood and flowers in which colour vase to choose.
Which shape suits whom
- SILO, a ribbed cylinder: the easiest vase to arrange flowers in, for someone who buys a bunch every week.
- SPIRE, a tall spiral vase: a slender, vertical accent for someone with a corner or a mantelpiece to fill.
- SILK, a twisted bottle vase: soft lines, for someone who likes one or two loose stems.
- SORA, a round vase with a narrow neck: for someone who brings home a single flower or a small branch.
Giving a set
Two or three vases make a generous present, or one to share: a vase for them and one for you. The set discount is taken off automatically in your cart.
| Set | Price | With set discount |
|---|---|---|
| Two Mediums | €138 | €117.30, 15% off |
| Small, Medium and Large | €207 | €155.25, 25% off |
Shipping is free from €80, so both sets ship free. Ideas for pairing shapes and heights are in how to combine vases.
Packaging, delivery and returns
- Packaging: every vase arrives in a white LUMA box with protective wrapping and a thank-you card.
- Dispatch: we keep a few of every colour and size in stock, and those ship within one working day. A vase made to order ships within two to three working days.
- Delivery: one to two working days in the Netherlands, three to five elsewhere in the EU.
- Returns: 30 days to return, with free return shipping within the EU.
For pakjesavond on 5 December, order by Tuesday 1 December, and for Christmas by Saturday 19 December. Those dates leave time even if your vase first needs to be printed. All details are on shipping and returns.
Frequently asked questions
Which vase makes the best gift?
When in doubt, a Medium of 28 cm in white or sand. It suits most bouquets and most interiors, and costs €69.
How much does a LUMA vase cost?
Small €39, Medium €69 and Large €99, including VAT. Two vases in one order are 15% off, three or more 25% off.
How is the vase packed?
In a white LUMA box with protective wrapping and a thank-you card, ready to give.
Can a gift be returned?
Yes, within 30 days, with free return shipping within the EU. The vase should be unused and in its original packaging.
See every shape and colour together in the collection.
