Strictly arranged? Tightly tied? That was yesterday. Loosely arranged floral arrangements are currently experiencing an exciting revival. The new trend emphasizes lightness, naturalness, and the skillful interplay of individual blossoms. Instead of bulky bouquets the focus today is on loose compositions that deliberately leave space – for lines, for air, and for expression. This look can be achieved particularly well with the Muuto Kink Vase. Its extravagant shape with its two openings not only offers an unusual visual effect, but also opens up numerous creative possibilities for summery floral arrangements that exude serenity, elegance, and casual sophistication – and thus make every flower-loving heart beat faster.
How do you achieve this carefree look? Muuto demonstrated at smow Hamburg how impressive arrangements can be created with just a few simple steps and the right know-how. Our how-to guide reveals the secret: with the three 'magic words' - Technique, Design and Cleanliness - you can conjure up impressive arrangements in no time.
To ensure the flowers are shown to their best advantage and stay fresh for a long time, a little technical trick is required: Place floral foam in the vase and fill with water – it absorbs the water and keeps the flowers stable. However, since this isn't a sustainable solution, as the floral foam isn't reusable, we recommend crumpled plastic wrap or – even more sustainable – chicken wire. Another simple option: Apply a grid of Sellotape over the opening – perfect for positioning individual stems.
The smow Tip: The deep vase makes the insertion aid visually disappear – there is no need to cover the rim with flowers.
The Muuto Kink Vase practically invites minimalist arrangements where the focus isn't on abundance, but on careful selection and placement: One variety, one bush – that can be enough. Different flower types can be arranged at varying heights and directions (even as 360° composition).For a more decorative arrangement, simply arrange several flowers of the same variety – simple and effective. The golden ratio can serve as a guide: 1/3 vase, 2/3 flowers – this ensures harmonious proportions.
The smow Inspiration: Six different flower varieties – loosely arranged – unfold their full effect through careful placement. These include delphiniums, carnations, the purple snowball allium, eucalyptus leaves, chrysanthemums, and the anthurium, also known as the flamingo flower.
To ensure that the flower arrangement not only looks beautiful but also lasts a long time, the following care instructions should be observed:
1. Change the water daily – fresh water significantly extends the shelf life.
2. Clean the vase regularly, especially when using floral foam.
3. Cut stems fresh, preferably with a sharp knife – for branches you can also use pliers.
4. No leaves in the water – they promote the growth of bacteria.
Do your flowers occasionally become wilted? Sometimes fresh, lukewarm (!) water helps—many flowers visibly recover.
The smow Tip: Simply place the vase in the sink or bathtub daily and let it overflow. This way, the water changes without having to renew the floral arrangement.
With a few tricks and the right technique, a simple bouquet can be transformed into a modern arrangement – airy, relaxed, and stylish. The Muuto Kink vase, with its distinctive shape, provides the perfect setting, transforming even individual blossoms into a design statement.
In the smow online shop your Kink Vase is waiting for you, simply click the photo:
Now it’s time to get creative, experiment – and capture the lightness of summer.
