8 Beautiful Nursery Styles From Classic to Whimsical

The excitement of welcoming a newborn home brings most new parents' nesting instincts to life. A nursery's style can reflect the rest of the home or have a theme that truly stands out. Don't be afraid to try something new in a nursery, whether it's simple and sophisticated or bold and colorful — or maybe you've been itching to design a themed room for years. This is the perfect time to take all of your emotions about your family's new addition and transfer them into decorating a beautiful nursery.

Take a look at these eight inspirational nursery spaces — could one of these rooms work in your home?

Classic. The simple and soothing colors of this classic nursery will never go out of style. I love how the designer used a geometric harlequin paint pattern to create a focal point with little investment of time and money. The coordinating window treatments soften the space, while the small-scale chandelier adds a subtle accent.



Colorful. There's no rule that says nurseries have to be all pastel. Like children's rooms, a nursery can be a great place to have fun with decor. Color can help stimulate a child, so go all-out! This neon-inspired palette of blue and green feels fun and fresh without looking chaotic.

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Feminine. Love color but don't want to go the bold and bright route? Embrace a dusty-pink palette to create a sophisticated but girly room. In this one the overstuffed floral chair, dusty-pink walls and light pink ceiling balance beautifully with the crib and dresser's natural finishes.



Whimsical. The oversize wall pattern in this nursery gives the room a playful, circus-style feel. I love how the designer mixed a few other black and white patterns (like the zebra rug under the crib) for a little edginess. The bold patterns, chartreuse accent color and fantastic chandelier all bring the eye to the strategically placed crib in the center of the room.


Themed. Themed spaces become more difficult to pull off as children age, since their tastes and style change so quickly. But a playful themed nursery — like this country-style farm room — works wonderfully. A scenic wall mural, rustic room accents and farm-style accessories (like those fun picture frames) make the theme crystal clear.


Transitional. Design your nursery in a soft, transitional style that will grow with your baby. This sophisticated blue and white nursery blends different textures and patterns for one cohesive look. Vivid window treatments coordinate with the chair's upholstery and the geometric chevron rug. If you replaced the crib with a twin bed, you'd easily transform this nursery into a chic guest room.


Modern. Gender-neutral nurseries don't have to be boring. This fantastic baby's room looks sleek and stylish with modern accessories and furniture. The ultracool Lucite crib makes a big statement, and its sharp lines contrast beautifully with the shag rug and dainty mobile. Light filtering through the sheer drapes gives the room an ethereal feel.



Traditional. The back-to-basics, traditional style of this nursery will work with decor for a baby to a teenager. The built-in-dresser, light gray walls and classic rug could work with virtually any style, material or color palette.

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