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Ahoy! 13 Breezy Nautical Nursery Ideas Ahead
Set sail for cuteness with this crisp, cool baby room inspiration.
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Dreaming of the high seas? Nautical nurseries are the perfect answer for a boating family or anyone who loves being by the shore. Crisp whites, deep navies, and pops of red are among the most common colour schemes for a classic nautical themed baby room. However, you can also warm up, cool down, or even pink-ify a nautical nursery with elements that feel personal and special. Whether you run a tight ship or are willing to rock the boat, there is a nautical nursery for you. Get on board with one of these nautical nursery designs, and prepare to set sail for cuteness!
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Photo: 1021 Home
This stunning baby room manages to be full of statement pieces and yet totally uncluttered. The shiplap walls, oar and whale decor hanging, knotted chandelier, and French blue furniture all tie together an elegant and calming space with nautical nods and absolutely no superfluous detail.
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Photo: @projectnursery via @lindsaymarshhh
Speaking of shiplap, your favourite wall trend does not have to stop at white. A nautical nursery is the perfect place to play with colour when bringing in wood elements, and we are absolutely loving this deep blue for a baby boy.
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Photo: @decor_for_kids via @kalicakdesigns
You are probably thinking 'classic' when you dive into decorating a nautical nursery, but classic does not have to be plain or boring. These parents integrated a striking combination of dark blue and white patterns throughout the space to create a nautical theme that feels upscale and pristine for your little sailor.
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Photo: Robson Homes
Create the ambiance of being on an actual boat with a totally amazing ceiling as seen here. Navy and white stripes make Baby’s room look and feel absolutely inspiring with nautical nursery touches throughout the space.
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Photo & To Purchase: Rugs.com
Anchors aweigh; there is a baby on the way! This festive navy and white rug is a gorgeous centerpiece to any nautical baby room.
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Photo: @dandhinteriors
A nautical theme does not have to include bold blues or pops of red… consider a soft neutral tone for a seaside boater’s baby room that looks exquisite. This example employs some of our favourites, like shiplap, with other nautical elements in the boating-inspired curtains and canvas chair, for a subtle nautical look that runs throughout.
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Photo: @dashofles
You do not have to go...overboard to pull off a nautical nursery theme. A few subtle details can speak volumes. Here, the light blue, bright whites, and sail-like wall hanging get the point across beautifully. See more minimalist nursery ideas.
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Photo: Project Nursery
The leather pouf, dark drapes, and tonal furniture in this space say 'ultra mod' rather than 'just another nursery.' The colour palette is perfectly nautical and small details throughout (like a rope chandelier, not shown) drive home the water-bound theme.
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Photo: Patterns and Prosecco
We are pretty sure it does not get cuter than the captain’s wheel on Baby’s wall. Above the cot, it is a touch that serves as the perfect piece of statement art to set the tone in your nautical-themed nursery.
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Photo: Project Nursery
This dreamy baby blue nautical nursery does it all and more, for an eclectically arranged yet thoroughly succinct spot for sweat dreams and big fun. Blue-and-white striped walls, bright and airy furniture, and themed statement pieces (like the mobile and framed print shown here) bring everything together for a winning nautical nursery idea your little one will love.
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Photo: Project Nursery
Unsure in what direction you will take your nautical nursery planning? Neverland might be the perfect destination to aim for. The charming details throughout this baby room offer up just a hint of Disney magic without being heavy-handed. The treasure trunk and striped curtains interspersed with framed Peter Pan quotes are perfect examples of how you can create a nautical nursery that still feels whimsical and childlike. (See more Disney nursery ideas!)
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Photo & To Purchase: Pottery Barn Kids
We are loving this rope mirror for a nautical baby room! It is the kind of detail that truly ties the room together. Also, it will grow with Baby through the years.
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Photo: Project Nursery
This one is for the girls! Lest you think a boating baby room has got to be blue to work, this parent proved that you can pull off a traditionally feminine nautical nursery with plenty of pink alongside your more rustic elements. Stella is one lucky little lady!
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