When you have a new baby, you spend a lot of time in the nursery — feeding, rocking and playing with your little bundle of joy. So the baby’s room should be just as stylish and refined as the rest of your home. A nursery need not be all pastels and cartoon characters to be cozy and kid-friendly. Two rules for designing a chic room for baby: avoid too many matching pieces and don’t buy everything from the kids’ section. A few sophisticated elements will result in a space your child can grow into — and one that you’ll enjoy spending time in (and showing off!). Here are three beautiful nursery inspiration boards, complete with info on where to buy each item.
Mid-Century Mod Nursery
If you love the look of mid-century furniture in your living room and dining room, why not carry it into the baby’s room as well? You’ll cherish statement pieces like this Eames-style rocker for many years to come. Mix in some playful décor like a hip fox blanket and cheery lime-green mobile to keep your mid-century mod nursery from looking like Don Draper’s office.
1. Monte Duo Side Table, Galt Baby, $495
2. Giraffe Table Lamp, Hannah Andersson, $99
3. Modernica Arm Shell Rocker, Design Public, $470
4. Arch City Oversized Floor Lamp, Rosenberry Rooms, $442
5. Ubabub Nifty Timber Crib, Petit Tresor, $1,500
6. Nursery Works Novella 5-Drawer Dresser, Layla Grace, $1,395
7. Monte Joya Ottoman, Galt Baby, $345
8. Jonathan Adler Mod Love Pillow, Petit Tresor, $175
9. Large Lime Green Circle Mobile, Rosenberry Rooms, $136
10. Mod Fox Baby Blanket, Etsy, $55
11. Next Chapter Bookcase, Land of Nod, $249
12. Loloi Palm Springs Area Rug, Rug Studio, $99-$1,209
Girly Glam Nursery
A little girl’s room can be feminine without being drenched in pink. Create a pretty palette with whites, ivories and metallics — and then add in a few pale-pink accents, like a gorgeous chandelier or soft blanket. A sheepskin rug looks beautiful, and it provides a soft spot for baby to play. Mix in a few edgier industrial pieces for a look that is glam, but modern and not overly fussy.
1. Pink Lydia Chandelier, Pottery Barn Kids, $199
2. Colette Tufted Crib, Restoration Hardware Baby & Child, $869-1,199
3. Aspen Empire Glider, Posh Tots, $1,274
4. Industrial Wire 9-Cubby Storage, Restoration Hardware Baby & Child, $239
5. Royal Mirror, Bratt Décor, $276
6. Industrial Wire 3-Bin Shelf, Restoration Hardware Baby & Child, $139
7. Safavieh Sheep Skin Area Rug, Rug Studio, $103-1,023
8. Lovelies Jumbo Riley Rabbit, Petit Tresor, $229
9. Newport Cottages Hilary 7-Drawer Dresser, Petit Tresor, $1,745
10. Sutton Accent Table, Wayfair, $136
11. Metallic L-O-V-E Pillows, Restoration Hardware Baby & Child, $85
Adventure-Inspired Nursery
Travel- and adventure-themed nurseries are on trend for 2016, so you’ll find plenty of accessories in stores to create this look. Textured neutrals create a serene feeling, and playful touches like an airplane mobile and beaded animal décor give the space some whimsy. A gender-neutral travel-inspired nursery is perfect for parents who are waiting until delivery day to find out if they have a son or daughter.
1. Vintage Map Wallpaper, 41 Orchard, $150-450
2. Haven Low Bookcase, Restoration Hardware Baby & Child, $559-799
3. Explore Mini Banner, Etsy, $12
4. Appliquéd Globe Decorative Pillow, Restoration Hardware, $54-64
5. Rory Dresser & Topper Set, Pottery Barn Kids, $1,269
6. Rory Crib, Pottery Barn Kids, $699
7. Industrial Wagon Storage, Restoration Hardware Baby & Child, $259
8. Suitcase End Table, Wayfair, $250
9. Beaded Animal Décor, Pottery Barn Kids, $77
10. Around the World Throw Pillow, Rosenberry Rooms, $64
11. 1920s Flight Mobile, MyPilotStore.com, $63
12. Moroccan Leather Pouf Ottoman, Wayfair, $167
13. Bakersfield Rocking Chair, Land of Nod, $509
Make sure your little one is dressed just as nice as their nursery with this precious knit hoodie from BlackSheep General Store! $45
