In person, no one would think this is real. Based on the 5 star reviews and the expensive pricepoint, I ordered this and was expecting this to be way more lifelike and realistic than it was and I'm disappointed.  Flowers feel like cheap paper-y fake flowers of yesteryear; and when you're standing near it, you definitely don't think this could be real flowers. From far away, it adds a punch of color to the room, though, so if that's what you're aiming for maybe it's ok.  Only positive thing I can say is that I like the grass treatment in the vase itself.  Also, why do these water-look vases only have the tiniest amount of faux water in them?  That's yet another clear giveaway.  Save your hard-earned money or go to a discount store and get something else that looks equally fake for a fifth of the price.