Vases are one of the most ubiquitous types of decor in a home—and for good reason. They can command a table, completely transform a shelf, and infuse a room with personality.

If you are feeling bored with your home’s style, adding or swapping out a vase is an easy way to reinvigorate a space. The only question is: What is your vase personality?

The traditionalist

Your first order of business is to point out that “vase” rhymes with “laws” rather than “lace” because, even though you are not British, pronouncing words as if you are a duke or duchess makes you feel complete. You also need everyone to understand the rules of vases: they should be symmetrical, made of glass, and vase shaped. Try a pair or trio of glass vases with a couple of large roses in each for a classic look.

The maximalist

You live in a rental, but you still painted your living room pink because you are a Gobstopper in a world of Milk Duds. You see decor as frosting on a perfectly layered cake, so when you buy a vase, it better have polka dots or stripes (or both!). Go bold with a vibrant bouquet of gerberas, lilies, and irises that contrast with the vessel.

The organic

You have a capsule wardrobe that consists of a dozen tank tops in various shades of dirt. You’re about to head out to forage for mushrooms with a tote bag that says “Get Mossed.” Amorphous pieces that look like they could have been crafted in an eighthgrade pottery class but are actually expensive call your name. Group these calming and textural pieces together, and add one or two hydrangeas. Go with some fuzzy fronds like pussy willows if the vase is tall and cylindrical or lily of the valley if it’s shorter.

The upcycler

You currently have a family-sized pickle jar soaking in a sink full of suds preparing for its new role as a holder of grain. Sure, there are six other empty glass jars in your cabinet right now, but you can never have too many. Some people see an empty coffee can, but you see aluminum potential. Add a little yellow paint, and you’ve got yourself a sunny vase for a new plant. Just don’t forget to punch some drainage holes in the bottom first.

The art collector

You like to throw around words like curate, edited, and aesthetics. You often appear lost in thought as if contemplating your life’s purpose but are actually thinking of the perfect comeback to say to that stranger arguing with you on the internet. When people ask what you do for a living, you answer cryptically, “I’m a creative” while looking aloof in black skinny jeans. You only own one vase, and it took you two weeks of research to decide on it. You’re allergic to flowers, but the vase looks impeccable empty. (If you do not have this issue, fill it with monochromatic blooms.)

The grandma

Who needs modern vases when you can use a teapot that looks like pink porcelain and a quilt had a baby? If it’s cool enough for the Golden Girls, it’s going in your house. You live for crocheted blankets and a good doily. Kitsch is your middle name, and you spend weekends scouting out vintage wares at local estate sales. Teapots are shallow, so choose flowers that have short stems and a compact, round design like peonies or ranunculus. Balance your big blooms with baby’s breath or some other airy flower. Don’t let these vase personalities contain you—you can be any of them or all of them! You can also try being a new one each season depending on what flowers are inspiring you in the moment.