Artificial flowers have a reputation for being tacky, dusty and obviously fake. So why, decades after they burst onto the interiors scene in the Seventies, are they in full fashionable bloom again?

As it turns out, this unexpected renaissance has less to do with rose-tinted nostalgia than it does modern developments in manufacturing technology, which make it tricky to tell the best fauxs from the real deal (just don’t try to sniff them).


Tell-tale tough plastic is out, replaced by hand-dyed silk and delicate synthetic materials that replicate the texture, colour gradation and intricate details of petals.



If you have the budget, it’s worth investing in quality artificial flowers will last you years with good care. Keep the edges from yellowing by displaying them out of direct sunlight. Dust them using a hairdryer on low and carefully wipe them clean.



Steer clear of any that are fraying and choose brands that handcraft each stem individually, mimicking the variety seen in nature.

Malleable wire running through the stems and leaves allows you to bend and style your fauxs into an artistic arrangement. Save money by bulking out natural bouquets with fauxliage, or use it to decorate elsewhere around your home.


Indulge your creative side by mixing and matching species that may not grow in the same season naturally. Fauxs are also pollen free; welcome news for allergy sufferers and pet owners (flowers such as lilies and tulips can be poisonous to animals).

Our picks of the artificial bunch have been closely examined before recommendation, so you can rest assured your guests will never know your secret, and there's even something decent for all budgets.


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