Almost immediately after finding out I was pregnant I started thinking about the nursery. I went back and forth over so many themes, color schemes and furniture choices and ultimately decided on something that looks pretty similar to my inspiration board. However, I never really finished it. Sure, I have all the necessities and it is a wonderfully functioning nursery but it still needs those finishing touches that pull it all together. In looking for these touches I came across LOTS of great nursery decor options but they were all expensive. So I set out determined to find similar items that added the style I was looking for but didn’t take such a hit on my wallet. Here is what I came up with and it just goes to show that serious style can be done on a budget. Not only great for the pocketbook but great for your ever changing child and style. All in all these finds represent a savings of over $2,700! You guys. That is a vacation, a really, really nice vacation! I added some additional notes below that will hopefully be helpful to you too.
So this is a pretty neutral pallet but lots of these items comes in various colors. We choose to add pops of color via the paint color and art. Other ways are via accessories like bedding, window treatments, throw pillows, etc.
Splurge: Oilio Glider - $1,349 / Steal: Target Glider - $579.99
This swap is a savings of almost $800! The Target glider mimics the clean, modern lines of the Oilio glider with the addition of the button tufting and the absence of the piping. The Target option still achieves the same overall feel at close to 60% the cost of the original.
Splurge: Antrhopolgie Dresser - $1,298 / Steal: zgallerie Dresser - $899
I love mirrored furniture and the petina and vintage vibe of the splurge option from Anthropolgie are almost unmatchable. But the steal piece from zgallerie comes close and still gets you an awesome mirrored piece that can double as a changing table. And if your style changes this piece could go lots of other places in your home like an entry, office or family room.
Splurge: Land of Nod crib – $900 / Steal: Babyletto crib – $399.99
The crisp white, clean lines of the El Greco crib via Land of Nod fit with the modern yet traditional vibe of the decor and the Babyletto is just as cool for less than half the cost. The bonus is the Babyletto comes with an extra storage drawer – double win! We already have a crib that I am happy with but I love these white clean lines.
Splurge: Robert Abbey Double Gourd Lamp - $251.91 / Steal: JCPenny Double Gourd Lamp – $45
Splurge: Restoration Hardware – $579 (sale) / Steal: Pottery Barn – $249
The splurge chandelier and table lamp are two of my most favorite lighting pieces. However, assuming you purchase one of each (and you may need two table lamps) it is close to $1,000 on just lighting. The steal options are nearly identical and for just over $300 a total victory.
Splurge: 5′ x 8′ Capel Rug by Genevieve Gorder – $628 / Steal: 5′ x 7′ Urban Outfitters Rug - $59
This Capel rug is really what started my search for a more budget friendly option. I love it. It also comes in a super cool gray and pink color, too. BUT it is out of my budget, like wayyy out. And for $59 the steal for Urban Outfitters is perfection. We currently have an expensive-ish rug in the nursery that is a braided rope look which is cool but it is cream and boring. Not to mention, a 100% cream rug for a nursery with a 90lb golden retrieve was not the best idea. I think this Urban Outfitters one will give the pattern and umph that it needs. Also, Urban Outfitters has lots of other great, inexpensive rugs – especially a really cool chevron one. But I will still dream about the Capel rug by one of my all time favorite designers, Genevieve Gorder (I mean I have been a fan since the Trading Spaces days… that should make the rug seem a little less expensive?!? No, says the husband.).
Tell me, how do you like this saves vs. splurges?? Should we do more of these??
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Love this! I am such a fan of “Hi-Low” features! Either one you choose, you can use BabyList to add it to your registry!
How do you feel about the comfort of the Target glider? I am looking for one for our nursery and LOVE the style of this one, but am torn on comfort levels. It would be great to get your 100% honest opinion. Thank you so much for your help! This 1st time momma loves all of your information/opinions
Hi Chelsey, the Target glider is comfortable! I really like it. My biggest concern is the cream colored velvet fabric though. It has held up well so far and we have spilled milk and other clear liquids on it and it cleans just fine. It almost functions like a microfiber which is awesome! Overall, I think it is a great value for the money and super stylish! I would suggest maybe picking up an ottoman or place to rest your feet. I don’t always use the footrest but it is nice to have for longer rocking sessions! We went with a “splurge” Serena & Lily pouf which is great because it is easy to move around the room and can easily stand alone as an accent in the corner if we want more floor space!
Thank you Lindsey!! I am definitely keeping it open as an option for our nursery.
No I think this is great!!!! I already saved $500 in my nursery on the crib alone! I wanted the Ouef Sparrow crib in gray ($700) and I found a Baby Mod on Amazon for $400 but then I found the SAME crib at Walmart for $199!!! The same one! And the reviews are fantastic.
Liberty – that is awesome!! Amazing you found the very crib you wanted for $199. It definitely helps to search around – like you mentioned, I have found Amazon has great prices on designer/name brand items too. So glad you were able to save! We’d love to feature your nursery, you can email me pics if you feel like sharing it!
Once I get it done I absolutely will do that! Thanks! We’re going with a Whimsical Woodland “theme.” Lots of gray for the neutral with tons of bright color accents (like a teal/cream chevron rug I just scored 50% off at Urban Outfitters thanks to your suggestion above!) I’m also incorporating actual young alder trees for a “forest” standing behind the crib with origami cranes flying out of it over the crib instead of a mobile! So fun designing a kid-oriented room! We have SUCH a funny shaped nursery that I hope we can get it all the way I want it!
Your nursery sounds amazing Liberty! I can’t wait to see photos! Good score on the rug, I just ordered another (herringbone) for our dining room. You can’t beat the prices for the style!
Thanks, Lindsey! I can’t wait to put it all together! I just need to find the perfect wall paint….
I agree with Tiffany – these types of features are always my favorite in magazines! It’s really helpful to have someone do the digging to see how you can find a piece with a similar look to a splurge item but much more budget friendly.
Thanks for the feedback Jill! I am gad you like these features. We’ll definitely have to do more!
Do you think the Target glider would go good with a white crib? This is the crib i purchased if that helps: http://www.walmart.com/ip/14659336. Thanks in advance for your input!
Hey Jen! Great crib choice. The Target glider is pretty cream/taupe so depending on the other colors in the room may not go great with white. If you have a neutral pallet (whites, beiges, taupes) I think it would go well. That same glider also comes in a pretty sky blue (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQV5xvgt1mE), chocolate brown (http://www.target.com/p/rockabye-glider-co-bella-velvet-grand-glider-chair-chocolate/-/A-13841833#?lnk=sc_qi_detailbutton) or magenta-y purple (http://www.target.com/p/rockabye-glider-co-bella-velvet-grand-glider-chair-hot-pink/-/A-13841840#prodSlot=medium_1_14&term=rockabye+glider). Hope this helps! xo