How to Decorate a Pink and Brown Nursery
Pair the Contrasting Colors for a Sweet Girl's Room
Jan 18, 2009
Pink and brown is a popular trend in nursery décor. Like the inside of a box of chocolates, this color combination is rich and sweet. Pairing soft pink with the deep hues of chocolate creates a traditional setting. Bringing in a bold wall treatment and a playful mix of pattern through textiles and accessories puts a modern twist on tradition. Think about these decorating ideas to pull together a pink and brown nursery.
Painting a Nursery Pink and Brown
Pink is the obvious choice for wall paint in this color scheme. Light, delicate and simply girly, it is a classic pick for baby girls. While four brown walls might be dark and moody for a little girl, one wall drenched in a chocolate hue creates a dramatic focal point.
- A wall painted a dark color attracts the eye. It is a great spot to emphasize a well-dressed crib.
- Personalize the wall by spelling out your daughter’s name or monogram in pink letters. Find decorative wood option at arts and crafts stores.
- Add a dose of unexpected color to a dark wall by sprinkling it with pink polka dots. Paint them on or purchase removable wall decals.
Selecting Nursery Furniture for a Pink and Brown Room
Since the combination of pink and brown is a bit trendy, balance the colors with more traditional furnishings. Furniture in a rich espresso finish will also ground the assorted patterns in the room. Consider these options when choosing basic furniture for a pink and brown nursery.
- A sleigh crib is beautiful, practical and classic.
- Go ahead and purchase a matching changing table, if available. Many also convert to dressers for extended use.
- Bring in a vintage piece such as a rocker or side table. A little history gives timeless appeal to a trendy space.
Using Fabric in a Pink and Brown Nursery
While rich wood furniture speaks to the traditional sense of a pink and brown nursery, mixing it with pattern on bedding and windows lends a contemporary edge. It is easy to do this with fabrics. Whether custom ordered or handmade, the right fabric choices create visual texture with a blend of stripes, dots and checks.
- Try a striped crib skirt, a polka-dot bumper and a solid color sheet.
- Pull the striped fabric up with a Roman shade or valance for the windows.
- Infuse a different pattern into the room with a pink and brown gingham slipcover on a rocking chair.
Decorating with pink and brown is a favorite choice for baby girl nurseries. Blending furniture with traditional style and contemporary patterns provides an ideal balance between classic and trendy.
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