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Inspirations vase

Forget fussy floral arrangements; this 18.5-inch-long vase has eight slim glass tubes set into a rectangular base made of dark wood and accented with smooth, polished stones. Fill each vial with a single bloom and admire.

$48 at Chiasso.com.

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