Once upon a baby, crib choices all had the same basic clunky shape and were defined solely by whether they were stained dark or painted glossy white. Nowadays, it’s become significantly easier to shop for cribs that play off midcentury and modern trends. This crop of cribs tends to look perfectly childlike yet sophisticated enough to mingle with decor that’s all grown up.
Babies will get an early introduction to good design with the Echo Crib, $1,195, by Kalon Studios. The continuous soft curves lend this crib a sculptural edge. Open on all sides, the crib’s airy upper half is balanced by a contrasting base in a natural finish.