Are Fake Flowers Tacky in A Home?

The word “tacky” is one that no home decor expert wants to see or hear at work. Home decor should be stylish, on-trend and thematic, with modern contemporary style and minimalism dominating this realm. You don’t want anything tacky in rooms like bathrooms, master bedrooms, kitchens, dining rooms or living rooms.

Fake flowers are artificial. They are not real. They are usually made of silk and synthetic materials that mimic the look and presence of real flowers. They are not real, which is what keeps decorators away. However, in recent years, a clear sign has emerged in the artificial plant world, where the greenery of yesteryear looked plastic, shiny and fake, while high-quality premium artificial flowers have handcrafted details on every stem and leaf.

Is it tacky to have fake flowers in your home? This largely depends on how you style your artificial flowers. Here are one or two styling tips for flowers in your home decor.

A Stylish Pot or Vase

Whether you place your fake flowers in a pot, vase or basket, make sure you purchase the container with the same attention to detail as you would when purchasing fresh flowers. Look for a vase or pot that is not distracting but made of quality materials. This will further emphasize the implied sense of realism.

Treat it like real flowers

It may seem simple to say, but it's worth saying it bluntly. When you treat a fake flower like a real one, you make it look real. Put it in a vase and add some water. Put it in the sun. Even an enthusiastic flower lover won't know the difference.

Make your own bouquet

There are ready-made bouquets and artificial flower arrangements to choose from. If you like to get creative, don't hesitate to buy fake flowers and make your own bouquet. This way, you can adjust the look to suit the mood of a particular occasion and start accumulating your favorite fake flowers in stock.

Reinvent again and again

If you put out a bouquet of fake flowers from a premium artificial flower brand, but they always look the same, this will attract attention. Real flowers will wilt. To avoid this "Oh!" feeling that others notice, replace your flowers after a few weeks. Take them out. Store them away. Avoid suspicion! Then you can take them out again in a few months.

Surround them with other decorations

A flower or a bouquet of flowers by itself can only attract attention to its own design details. When a group of fake flowers in a vase is surrounded by other decorations, attention is divided. Not only will this prevent all attention from being drawn to the greenery, it will also help your floral arrangement fit into the theme of your decor.

Wipe off dust

Because dust and debris can accumulate on flowers, they can make them look more tacky than anything. Real flowers don't accumulate dust in this way. Gently wipe off any debris with a microfiber cloth. It's important not to submerge artificial flowers in water, as this can damage the look.