Let's Talk Pots: The Secret Weapon of Effortless Styling

Let's Talk Pots: The Secret Weapon of Effortless Styling

Let's be honest, the humble pot rarely gets the hype it deserves. Often overshadowed by the bloom it holds or the shelf it lives on, it quietly does the heavy lifting when it comes to bringing a space together. At STYLEDas, we're here to change that narrative.

A well-styled pot is not just a vessel. It's a vibe-setter. A room-definer. A "where did you get that? moment waiting to happen.

So, why do pots matter?

Because texture matters. Shape matters. Proportion matters. And when you get all three right? Your space starts doing the talking, and let's just say she's fluent in 'elevated but effortless.'

  1. Start with the shape - Don't underestimate a good silhouette. A wide-mouthed, low pot creates grounded impact, while a tall narrow one draws the eye up. Think of your pot as the foundation of the story you're telling, the posture of your vignette. A tall console? Why not try our Sienna range. Textured and elegant with just enough presence. Styling a coffee table? Our cement planters will keep things grounded and textural.  
  2. Think texture, not just tone - Matte ceramic, aged stone, gloss glaze, each one adds a different later. If you're keeping florals simple (like our faux eucalyptus or single-stem Hydrangeas), go heavy on pot texture to give a different the arrangement depth. Our Nuovo Vase gives that chalky, soft-aged look that feels lived-in but luxe. If you're after something bolder, try our Coral Planter, she shines under soft lighting.
  3. Embrace the solo pot moment - Not every pot needs a plus one. A beautifully weathered pot on a stack of books? Editorial. A sculptural pot empty on a shelf? Minimalist art. Style doesn't mean crowded. Try our Sienna Water Vessel on top of a stack of coffee table books, or place it on a shelf for that "editor lives here" energy.
  4. Match the mood, not just the colours - If your room is relaxed and neutral, don't just match the palette, match the feeling. A soft chalky pot might say calm better than a high gloss number, even in colour. For rustic calm: Perry Vase. For clean modern: Burnt Amber bubble. For drama (but make it designer): Sienna Rimmers with our Bowie Edit
  5. Use florals that deserve the pot - You've chosen the perfect vessel, now don't under-deliver. Our in-house stems are selected with shape, colour story, and longevity in mind. No limp tulips here. Just florals with range. Pair any of our large pots with a collection of our new Dusty pink Peonies or if you are looking for a small plant, we have featured BigPlantLad

Ready to style yours?

Explore our newest drop of pots, and arrangements built to be mixed, matched and moved around like you actually know what you're doing (you do!).

Shop the collection - Your surfaces will thank you!

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1 comment

I need some advice please. When we moved house recently, I went down the route of choosing a navy and off white palette for our small lounge/dining room. Now I am stuck as to the colour to use in florals. I purchased the Urn Cement pot ~ Stone and not sure what to use. Help would be appreciated.

Rachel Burkett

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