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Charming, elegant, timeless. You’ve always had an affinity for vintage and antique-inspired design, and you’re looking to bring some elements of this style to your baby’s nursery. From fabrics to furniture to smaller decor pieces, here are a few ways to bring vintage charm to your little one’s space — creating a haven that’s both elevated and sweet.

Classic cane. When it comes to vintage materials, cane is a nursery classic. While it’s always been traditional, it’s proven to be just as beloved in today’s more contemporary styles. Cane pieces are warm and natural, bringing sophisticated texture to any corner. For a crib with timeless cane accents, try the Marin 3-in-1 Crib, and mix and match with the Marin with Cane 6-Drawer Dresser.

Mixed metals. More drawn to antique metals? Those fit this style seamlessly. Opt for a vintage American-inspired metal crib like the Abigail 3-in-1 Crib or the Winston 4-in-1 Crib, in finishes like Vintage Iron and Vintage Gold. If you'd rather be more minimal with your metal accents, sprinkle different metal picture frames, mirrors, and trinkets throughout your space. This long-loved material can help balance out lighter hues and woods to create the aesthetic you're seeking.

Nostalgic gingham. Some patterns are universally nostalgic, and gingham is one of them. Whether it reminds you of your grandmother’s tablecloth, your favorite doll’s dress, or your own family’s rocking chair, gingham is a print that’s never gone out of style — and likely never will. Adding it into your little one’s space can help evoke that quaint, homey feel and immediately take you back in time. Decorate baby’s room with gingham curtains, gingham bedding, or a statement piece like the Crawford Swivel Glider in Blue Gingham to fully set the charming vintage scene.

Muted florals. Another vintage staple is floral patterns. Especially those that are muted, subdued, and feel like something out of a countryside cottage. Opt for subtle floral wallpaper, faded floral area rugs, or consider the Sarah Flint x Namesake Crawford Swivel Glider in Green or Blue Lattice. If those choices feel like too much for your space, think smaller. Even a simple vase of dried flowers can go a long way towards setting an antique tone. 

Timeless silhouettes. A truly vintage-inspired design takes specific historical silhouettes and brings them into your contemporary space. Pieces like the Liberty 3-in-1 Crib with its old-world spindles and the Liberty 6-Drawer Dresser with its traditional scalloped apron are perfect examples of this. Leaning on time-tested shapes and styles (and staying away from anything overly sleek or minimalist) can help you create a nursery space that calls back to the past, but still feels like it fits in the present.

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