(gender) Neutrals for the Nursery

It seems slightly oxymoronic that amidst the rise of gender neutrality and fluid expression, we have also seen the rise of the “Gender Reveal” party, and with it, the prescriptive “blues for boys and pinks for girls” mentality of nursery decorating. Beyond a desire to raise children in an environment liberated from gender roles, many parents opt not to know the sex of their baby before birth, leaving them in a panic to complete a room reno while navigating the first steps of parenthood. Oftentimes, what prompts new parents to rest on these nursery-norms is a lack of alternative options. e reality is, there are loads of awww-inducing color combinations that will serve nobly as a palette for your newborn to spend its first years of life.

Opting for a gender-neutral paint color does not necessarily mean an abandonment of all things pink and blue; it means you are leaving room for versatility, creativity, and personality. ere are few who can resist the adorable markers of a newborn baby girl or boy, but these influences can easily be incorporated into the design in other capacities, like décor, artwork, or textile choices. is is especially useful for homeowners that plan to eventually convert the nursery into another room with its own function. Bright pink doesn’t exactly scream home office, after all. Here’s a list of some of our favorite combos that don’t operate under the lines of the masculine and the feminine and will suit any baby, regardless of its sex. ASK

WHITE ICE OC-58

With all of the whites, how do you know this is the right one? This refreshing white is a pale, gray, sepia white with an umber undertone, making it inherently sophisticated and versatile. Apply this shade to rooms with plenty of sunlight or as a trim paired with deeper toned walls.