A black and white wallpaper intricately patterned with forest animals and trees is a bold focal wall next to this nursery closet, which is hung with an antique gold framed circle mirror and children’s clothing. Beige fabric boxes provide organized storage on the closet shelves.
15 Black and White Nursery Ideas for Babies with Style
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Published: January 1, 2023
Updated: November 30, 2023
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Move over pastels–it’s time to do something sophisticated and classy with your nursery. Looking for a palette that babies and parents can both appreciate? Look no further than these black-and-white nursery ideas.
A black-and-white nursery is a great gender-neutral option. It’s also a neutral color palette, offering you maximum design flexibility. Babies, whose eyes have not fully developed yet, love to look at strong contrasts and will appreciate the bold look.
For a spin-off, consider accents of other colors. Gray is a popular choice, while a dash of gold can add a luxurious look. A focal wall in your favorite bold color, such as forest green or navy blue, can have a bold impact without detracting from the strong contrast of the palette.
Let’s take a look at these black-and-white nursery ideas, all in classic and eye-catching black and white, to inspire your new home for your baby!
02 of Black and White Nursery Décor
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An upholstered armchair sits in a cozy nursing corner displaying a black and white dinosaur applique pillow layered on top of a gray and white striped pillow. A black chest serves as a side table, along with a matching black lamp. A black and white patterned ottoman and matching blanket are placed nearby.
03 of Green Crib in a White Nursery
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A white-paneled nursery wall supports a black chalkboard sign decorated with an evergreen garland. It hangs above a green crib with blue and white bedding. The carpet is gray with a gray and white geometric patterned area rug on top.
05 of Black and White Gender Neutral Nursery Theme
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A striking black and white crib, echoed by a bold geometric carpet, draw the eye in this nursery. A giant plush giraffe is a fun accessory for the gray recliner nearby. A black potted tree stands to the right.
06 of Black and White Nursery Ideas
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This white shiplap nursery with warm hardwood floors includes a black crib with white bedding and black wooden name art on the walls. A faded oriental carpet adds a splash of color, along with a tree in a wicker planter in the corner of the room.
07 of Black and White Nursery Rug
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A white crib and dresser are placed in a nursery corner where a charcoal gray wall meets a French gray wall. The room is decorated with forest animal-themed accessories. A large white area rug with black stripes defines the space.
09 of Beige and Black Nursery
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Neutral beige puts an interesting spin on the black-and-white nursery concept by warming things up in this room. Bold repeating patterns in the rug and bedding contrast with a beige crib and natural wood mobile standing beside a black chalkboard sign.
10 of Black and White Nursery Ideas
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This black-and-white themed children’s room features light gray walls and contrasting white furniture with a bold geometric black and white nursery rug. Black name art on the walls draws the eye.
11 of White Shiplap Nursery Corner
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A white dresser with black knobs on the drawers stands under a black and white name banner on a white shiplap wall in this quiet nursery corner. Decor items on top include a potted foliage plant, a toy boat, and a flat oval basket.
13 of Black and White Nursery Bedding
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This black and white nursery includes a white daybed and a crib with black and white bedding. A black and white rug and a black chair personalized with a name in white embroidery rest beneath dinosaur prints hung on one wall.
14 of Hunter Green and Gold Nursery
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This nursery features a bold forest green focal wall with gold and white name art above a white crib. A black and white rug is layered on top of dark hardwood floors. A potted cactus stands to one side and a white cabinet holds decor in the opposite corner.
15 of Nursery Playroom Décor Ideas
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This playful white tent sits below a black chalkboard in a natural wood frame on a white shiplap wall. Inside are two decorative pillows and a faux fur blanket.
