Floral is one of the sweetest, most timeless nursery themes. It can also be one of the trickiest to put together. Flowers come in every shape, size, and color of the rainbow. Which ones should you choose to decorate your little one’s space, and how can you tie in all the adorable decor out there without going overboard? We’ve got a guide. Follow these five steps for putting together the perfect floral nursery — and don’t forget to stop and smell the flowers along the way.
1. Act like you’re arranging a bouquet. Is your vibe more a classic dozen roses, or a whimsical bunch of wildflowers? Designing your floral nursery is all about honing in on the specific types of flowers and color palettes you want to highlight. Maybe you’re drawn to a white and yellow daisy nursery. Or perhaps you’re feeling a combination of pastel pink, blue, and purple blossoms. Just like putting together a bouquet, creating your vision ahead of time and choosing elements that work in harmony can be much more effective than simply throwing a bunch of florals together.
2. Find your favorite floral print. Now that you’ve got your bouquet as inspiration, it’s time to bring the space to life. Find a floral print you love, and choose where you’ll showcase it. Whether it’s through wallpaper, curtains, an area rug, or bedding like our Daisy Collection, your best bet is to try to avoid mixing too many competing prints — and simply let one or two that you love speak for themselves.
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3. Sprinkle in some solid pieces. Once you’ve got your floral print figured out, pick your favorite colors from it and tie in some solid pieces. Floral spaces go beautifully with earth tones, so consider natural statement pieces like the Gelato Crib in Forest Green and the Nami Recliner in Rouge Teddy Loop. Prefer to keep it simple? Our go-to products like the Yuzu Crib in Natural and the Kiwi Recliner in Ivory Boucle complement nearly any nursery space, and can help balance out brighter palettes.
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4. Add in floral accents. From framed floral drawings to flower-shaped wall mirrors and botanical-inspired light fixtures, there’s a whole world of floral decor to explore in your little one’s space. Find a few unique, playful pieces that speak to you — and don’t be afraid to get creative. Pacing yourself by slowly adding decorative accents over time can help make sure you choose pieces both you and your babe will want to keep as they grow.
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5. Finish with forever flowers. The most appropriate finishing touch for any floral nursery? Some actual flowers. But having a floral-themed space doesn't mean you need to refill a fresh vase of flowers every week. Dried, preserved, and even some artificial florals can create the same beautiful look and feel, lasting for years without any maintenance. Of course, a fresh bouquet every now and then won’t hurt either.
