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What Are Decorative Vases and Jars and Why Do Australian Homes Use Them?
A decorative vase or jar is a non-functional vessel used to add height, texture and visual structure to surfaces in a home. Unlike a functional vase filled with fresh flowers, a decorative vase works empty or styled with dried stems, branches or artificial florals. Jars, including ginger jars and lidded temple jars, are closed-form pieces used to anchor a surface and create visual symmetry on consoles, sideboards and open shelving.
Australian homes use decorative vases and jars for three reasons. First, surface definition: a single ceramic vase on a bare console gives the eye a place to land and signals that the space is finished. Second, height variation: combining vases at different heights creates the layered arrangement interior stylists use in every professionally finished room. Third, seasonal flexibility: swap stems or rearrange groupings without buying new furniture to refresh the look of a room.
Shopica stocks ceramic vases, glass vases, ginger jars, lidded jars and sculptural pieces curated for Australian homes. Styles range from white matte ceramic for coastal and Scandinavian interiors to blue and white ginger jars for Hamptons and traditional rooms, and black and gold resin pieces for contemporary and luxe spaces.
All orders ship from Sydney with tracked delivery Australia-wide. Free returns within 30 days.
Why They Work
Why Decorative Vases and Jars Change How a Room Feels
Most Australian homes are furnished with the big pieces first. Then the room sits almost finished but not quite there. Surfaces feel too open. Shelves look too bare. A single ceramic vase gives the eye a place to rest and makes a surface feel considered. A pair of ginger jars on a sideboard creates symmetry without adding clutter.
- Ceramic brings matte warmth to shelves and consoles
- Glass brings light and keeps interiors feeling open
- Resin brings structure and durability to high-use surfaces
- Combining two or three pieces at varying heights creates the layered arrangement stylists use in every professionally finished interior
Styling Tip
Pair vases and jars with candle holders and ornaments to build a complete styled surface. The most effective arrangements combine two or three pieces within a similar colour family at varying heights.
Ceramic, Glass and Ginger Jars
Vase and Jar Styles That Suit Real Australian Homes
Ginger Jars
Shop Ginger Jars and Lidded Jars
Add visual presence on consoles, sideboards and open shelving. Blue and white finishes and traditional temple jar designs complement the natural light that defines Australian living rooms. Lidded designs also provide discreet organisation while keeping a decorative appearance.
Ceramic Vases
Browse Ceramic Vases
Add warmth and softness no other material replicates. Matte finishes suit living areas, bedrooms and entryways. White ceramic works across coastal, Scandinavian and contemporary Australian interiors from Perth to Brisbane.
MODERN VASES
Explore Modern Vases
Clean lines. Simple shapes. Vases that let your flowers do the talking.
Modern vases work with almost any interior. Place a single stem in a sculptural ceramic. Group three varying heights on a shelf. Let a sleek, neutral piece anchor a styled corner without competing with the room around it.
The best modern vases are quiet but considered. They hold shape without fuss and sit beautifully whether filled or empty.
Resin and Patterned
Discover Resin and Patterned Pieces
Durable with a refined finish. Black and white designs, tribal patterns and gold accents bring personality to neutral rooms. Suit family homes and high-use areas where both strength and visual weight are needed.
Size and Placement Guide
How to Choose the Right Decorative Vase or Jar for Your Space
How to Style Vases and Jars by Size and Room
Tall Pieces
Entryways, floors beside sofas and console tables. Height adds drama without taking floor space.
Medium Pieces
Dining tables, sideboards and buffets. Pairs work well where symmetry is the goal.
Small Pieces
Shelves, coffee tables and bedside surfaces. Group with a decorative tray for a layered arrangement.
| Style | Best room | Placement | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginger jar | Living room, entryway | Console, sideboard, shelf | Use in pairs for symmetry. Blue and white suits Hamptons. |
| Ceramic vase | Any room | Shelf, console, bedside | Most versatile. White matte suits every Australian interior. |
| Glass vase | Dining room, living room | Dining table, sideboard | Best with stems. Coloured glass catches natural light. |
| Resin and patterned | Any room | High-use surfaces, shelves | Durable. Suits family homes and bold neutral rooms. |
Colours for Australian Light
Colours That Work in Australian Interiors
White and Neutrals
White and Neutral Vases
Most flexible. Works across coastal, contemporary and Hamptons interiors throughout Australia.
Blue and White
Blue and White Vases
Classic character. Suits coastal Queensland, Sydney Hamptons and beachside Brisbane homes.
Black and Gold
Black and Gold Vases
Adds contrast and luxury. A statement piece on a white shelf anchors the surface on its own.
Green and Earthy
Green and Earthy Vases
Connects with natural timber and stone. Pairs well with artificial plants and mirrors.
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Metro orders arrive within three to seven business days. Regional deliveries take a little longer. Every order includes tracking. Read our shipping policy and returns policy for full details.
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Everything the Room Needs
Complete the Look
For a complete styled surface, combine vases and jars with a table lamp for warmth and height, and a throw on the sofa to tie the room together. Browse our full homeware and decor range for everything in one place.
Australia-Wide Delivery
Shop Vases and Jars Online Across Australia
Shopica delivers vases and jars to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, Darwin and the Gold Coast. Contact our customer service team Monday to Friday for help choosing the right pieces for your space.
Styling the full room? Shop candle holders, ornaments and corals and hourglasses. All dispatched from Sydney.
WHY SHOPICA?
Quality You Can Trust
Shopica is a Sydney-based, family-owned homeware, décor and furniture store founded by Eliane El Khoury. What started as a passion for beautiful, considered interiors has grown into a trusted destination for Australians who care about how their home looks and feels. We curate cushions, floor lamps, mirrors, bedside tables, dining tables, outdoor furniture and decorative pieces chosen specifically for Australian homes. Every piece is held to the same standard we would demand for our own. We do not stock products simply because they are popular. We stock them because they are well made, beautifully designed and worth every dollar.
Our Sydney-based team understands how Australian homes are lived in. The open plan living and dining spaces that define modern Australian architecture. The need for furniture that is beautiful on the weekend and durable through the week. The importance of getting the details right, from the cushion on the sofa to the lamp beside the bed. We source every product with all of this in mind.
With Australia-wide delivery dispatched daily from our Smithfield warehouse in Sydney and personal customer support from a team that genuinely cares about your home, Shopica is here to help you create a space that feels as good as it looks. One considered piece at a time.
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