30 Beautiful Contemporary Vases

Vases have been used since ancient times for various uses. These include decorative pieces, urns, and a place to showcase flowers.

Vases continue to be used today, as seen in these contemporary items. Get an idea of what type of vase you would like in your home by looking at these options.

Sand Tulip Vase

Sand Tulip Vase

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This tulip vase stands 10 inches high and weighs 2.48 pounds. It is made of glass with beautiful swirls of gray, white, and taupe all over the vase. It is made by Lenox from non-lead crystal.

Add flowers to the vase or use as a décor piece alone. It would look great in a room decorated in neutral colors of brown, white, and gray. Place it on a side table in the living room or table next to a wall in the entryway.

Air Plant Container Vases

Air Plant Container Vases

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These vases work great in small spaces. This set comes with two white vases that are 4 by 6 inches. This is a great size for succulents, air plants, and tealight candles.

The unglazed white ceramic base will go great in any room. Place on a shelf or table with small plants or candles. These can also make great table centerpieces during holiday dinner parties.

Crystal Glass Vase

Crystal Glass Vase

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Add some sophistication to your home with this glass vase for flowers and plants. Choose from amber, gray, and clear for colors. It is 8.7 inches high and 4 inches thick (in bottom diameter), which is plenty of room to display faux or real flowers.

Each vase is made with solid glass and coated with gloss for an extra shine. Each vase is handblown, so if you get more than one, they may not look exactly alike. Use as a centerpiece on the dinner table or table that needs some décor.

Angled Glass Vase

Angled Glass Vase

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This glass vase has a different look from traditional vases. It is made of an outer mirror layer that wraps around the crystal glass vase on the inside. A slight tilt at the top will make flowers and plants stick out to the side.

It is heavy at the bottom to prevent it from falling over. The mirrored look with clear glass will help this vase match up with all kinds of colorful décor.

Sunfire Glass Vase

Sunfire Glass Vase

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Brighten up any room in your home with this sunfire glass vase. Gold borders the vase, with a bright red in the middle. The vase is made of glass in bright colors.

It is 5.5 by 3 by 9 inches. Add some colorful flowers or greenery to the vase. This will make a great Christmas décor item, or for any time of the year.

Metal Flower Vases

Metal Flower Vases

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This set comes with two vases in different sizes. The metal skeleton in rose gold surrounds and lifts up each glass vase from the ground. This creates a contemporary look to each vase.

There is room for one or a few flowers in each vase. Change out the flowers periodically or as the season changes.

White Ceramic Vases

White Ceramic Vases

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These white ceramic vases will make a great addition to a living room, entryway, bedroom, or other area of the home that needs something extra. This set comes with three vases with a textured pattern in white or black.

The vases are about the same width and come in different heights. Place in different areas or on the same table with flowers.

Plate Glass Vase

Plate Glass Vase

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This beautiful vase has a mirror border on the outside with a glass interior. It is 4.5 inches long and 13.5 inches high.

Mix and match this vase with other vases on a table or use as the centerpiece. You can also purchase several to display in the same room.

Head Vase

Head Vase

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Use this vase to display fresh flowers in or use alone as a contemporary décor piece. A face sculpted in a Nordic design can be seen on the side of the vase. The left side is partially covered by the vase, as if the vase is made of paper, and wraps around the back, forming the rest of the vase.

This vase would look great in a room filled with abstract art and art with human figures.

Gold-and-White Vases

Gold-and-White Vases

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This set comes with two vases that are in different sizes and slightly different shapes. These gorgeous vases are white with gold details that form geometric designs all over the vases.

They are made of glazed ceramic and will look great in any room they are placed in. Add faux or real flowers to the vases or use alone as décor pieces.

Glass Bud Vase

Glass Bud Vase

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This bud vase is designed for one stem as a simple and beautiful floral piece. The vase is made of glass in an amber-brown color. It tilts slightly to the side for a modern look.

The vase is 2 by 9.75 inches high. Add a few flowers from your garden to brighten up a room in your home. The amber color will go with any neutral color scheme.

You can also add faux flowers or green plants to create a natural look in the room you place the vase in.

Hurricane Vase

Hurricane Vase

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This hurricane vase will go with any contemporary set up you have in the bedroom, hallway, living room, or other area in your home. The vase is made of glass, with gold detail near the bottom. The gold is made up of tiny, geometric shapes that glitter in light.

The vases come in several sizes. Purchase all three and stand them next to each other or spread throughout the room. Add faux or real flowers and green plants to each vase. The shorter vase can also be used with tea light candles.

Glass Cylinder Vases

Glass Cylinder Vases

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These glass cylinder vases come in different sizes. You can purchase three or four at a time. They are clear and made of glass. Tie a ribbon around each vase to match the décor in the room you place them in.

Place all three on a long table, with a runner underneath. Place bouquets of flowers that match the rest of the décor for the occasion. You can also add water and floating candles for a romantic effect.

Art Vase

Art Vase

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Make guests jealous with this beautiful vase. This glass vase is hand blown in a variety of colors that swirl on all sides. The top has gold with blue and other colors near the bottom.

This Italian-made glass vase is beautiful enough to display on its own, or you can add some of your favorite flowers. It is 6 by 12 inches high and will look great on display in a cabinet or on a table in the living room or entryway.

Bossa Nova Crystal Vase

Bossa Nova Crystal Vase

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This beautiful vase is made of fine crystal in a basketweave pattern that gives it a three-dimensional look. The vase also gives the appears of patterns to stems placed in it.

The vase is 12 inches tall with a width of about 5 inches, plenty of space to display your favorite flowers. When dirty, place in dishwasher to clean and keep using for your favorite blooms.

You can also display this glass vase alone, around other décor in your favorite display area of your home.

Low Bud Vase

Low Bud Vase

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This unique vase is great for those who want to show off small flowers or buds in their home. The clear glass vase is more wide than tall. You can get a small, medium, or large vase, based on your preference.

The small vase can hold up to four buds, the medium one can display eight buds, and the large vase can hold 24 of your favorite buds or flowers. Displaying fresh flowers is a great way to change the look of your room from time to time.

Bubble Glass Jars

Bubble Glass Jars

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These vases are a great way to add just a touch of color to your room’s décor. Each vase is made of filler bubble glass in transparent blue. The tiny bubbles in the jars add dimension and design to every piece.

Choose from a small, medium, or large one, or purchase all three as a matching set to display in your living room. These thick vases are sturdy and thick enough to not break. Display faux or real flowers in these to enjoy all year long.

Stoneware Vases

Stoneware Vases

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This pair of stoneware vases will make a great addition to a neutral-colored room or room that could use some extra décor with vases and flowers. This two-piece set comes with two vases made of stone. One is white and other is a bluish-green.

They are each 5.2 inches high, so can be placed on a small tabletop or other small area in the home. The vases are oval in shape with a tapered tip, so only one or a few stems will fit in each. They have a glossy finish that adds shine and elegance wherever they are on display.

Agatha Ceramic Vases

Agatha Ceramic Vases

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Add some color to your living space with these Agatha ceramic vases in different colors. These set of vases comes with three ceramic vases in different colors and sizes. You get an orange, blue, and green vase.

The raised lines that curve toward the top are white and add dimension and design to each vase. You can display these vases alone or add a faux flower or greenery to each. Mix and match with other décor in your room.

Bouquet Vase

Bouquet Vase

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This gorgeous vase is made of fine crystal with floral etchings. The glass vase has a vine etched all over that creates a beautiful design. Display your vase alone or add some fresh flowers to place as the centerpiece on a table for a dinner party.

The vase is by Kate Spade New York and is 8.5 inches high. Hand wash your vase to keep it clean and looking new when needed. Display the vase with or without flowers in your favorite cabinet or table to enjoy.

Rustic White Vases

Rustic White Vases

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These rustic white vases will make a great décor addition to any room you decide to place them in. Each vase is in distressed white to create a rustic look, which makes these great to add to a room with a farmhouse or rustic design.

Keep these vases out all year long, since they will go with just about any season or color scheme. They have a shiny, crackle finish, which gives them a subtle design. Add seasonal faux flowers and greenery to these to match what you already have on display.

Metal Flower Vase

Metal Flower Vase

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This metal flower vase has a wide bottom that tapers and widens just a bit at the top. The elegant design makes this a great vase to place on the dining room table or side table in the living room. It is made of metal with a silver finish.

The vase is 7 inches high and will make a great addition to any room you choose to display it in. If you have a long dining table, purchase several to display as centerpieces along a decorative runner with a single flower in each.

Pottery Decorative Vase

Pottery Decorative Vase

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This unique vase looks like two vases combined into one. The inner part of the vase is made of ceramic with a layer of shining silver. The shell and stand part are made up of white ceramic.

Display alone or with floral elements added inside. The opening tapers, so only several stems will fit inside this vase. Use with faux or dried flowers, because of the material the vase is made of.

Add the vase and flowers to a side table in the entryway, table in the living room, or as a centerpiece on the dining room table.

Glass Vase

Glass Vase

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These beautiful vases are made of glass in a hint of color. Each vase darkens at the bottom, with a gold rim at the top. Choose from purple, blue, or teal.

The vases come in different heights and depths. Purchase all three to display on a table or scatter throughout the living room in different areas.

Soda-lime glass was used to make each vase, mouthblown and made by hand so that each comes out slightly different. Display each vase alone, with dried or silk flowers that match the colors in the room.

Crumple Ball Vase

Crumple Ball Vase

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This crumple ball vase is a great item to add to a small table or shelf in an apartment or condo. The vase is 5.25 by 6 inches and the larger one is 7.25 by 7 inches. These vases are ceramic and gleam in glossy white.

The surface is textured with a geometric pattern that makes each vase appear to look like a crumpled ball. The opening at the top is uneven. Place several stems of colorful flowers or greenery inside to add to the décor in your home.

Indigo Pattern Vases

Indigo Pattern Vases

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Add some color to a room with this set of two vases with indigo patterns. One vase is 11.4 inches high, while the other is 7.2 inches high. These vases are made of high-quality ceramic, with indigo-blue designs painted on a white background.

You can display these alone or add real or faux flowers and green plants to add even more color and décor to the vases. They will look great in a room with a beach look in blues or a minimally designed room in white and blue.

Dublin Vase Set

Dublin Vase Set

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These beautiful vases are made of resin and overlaid with brushed silver to make them shine. The vases are covered in a diamond design that will make them stand out even more.

This set comes with three vases in various sizes. They are 8, 10, and 12 inches high. The vases have bottom protectors near each edge to prevent them from scratching surfaces you place them on. Use alone or add your favorite flowers to display in these vases.

Warlow Vases

Warlow Vases

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Imax Warlow vases are a unique set of vases in a minimal design and in various colors and sizes. You get five ceramic vases in blues, green, and oranges. They have an open design with enough room to place a flower bud on top.

Some pieces have a crackle design on them, based on how each were made. Display the vases alone or place your favorite flowers in them. These will look great in a cabinet, on a coffee or side table, or as centerpieces on a large dining room table.

Deco Ceramic Vase

Deco Ceramic Vase

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This deco ceramic vase is larger at the bottom, and tapers at the top. Abstract circles form impressions all over the vase. It is made of ceramic and overlaid in silver.

You can display it on a table or on the floor, since it is tall for a vase. Add faux flowers or greenery that match the rest of the décor in your room. You can also purchase more than one to display a few throughout your home.

Light Up Vase

Light Up Vase

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Make a statement with this light-up vase in your home. The light illuminates the water in the vase. It is made of glass and round in shape.

You will need to purchase three AA batteries separately to light up the LED lights. The base is made of light-wood but will go with most décor since it is neutral in color.