The Best Nursery Wallpaper to Elevate Your Baby’s Space

Playful and colorful, this repeating pattern of mini thread stitches is like a fun alternative to a more traditional gingham print. Though it isn’t a neutral palette, the colors are slightly muted, so it’ll add a sprinkle of color in an otherwise single-tone space. The wallpaper has a matte finish and comes in a peel-and-stick or traditional format.

If you are actually into the super trendy gingham print, this one is beautiful. Available in seven colors and either a peel-and-stick or traditional format, this pattern has a mature look which Coe tells us is trending in nursery designs from wallpaper to cribs.

When we talked to our Babylist Shop merchandising team about the nursery trends to expect in 2024, they mentioned an emphasis on parents finding design inspiration in their favorite characters from their own childhood (think Winnie the Pooh and Peter Rabbit). But instead of harsh colors and dated patterns, parents are opting for elevated versions like this sky blue and white sketch-style Winnie the Pooh wallpaper. This is a peel-and-stick wallpaper and can be easily removed.

Thematic nursery designs are still in, but instead of the theme screaming at you, nursery interior designer Stephanie DeBrincat says that they’ve taken on more of a “timeless and classic” look without taking away from the playfulness you’d expect in a nursery. Woodland is one of the more popular themes and this neutral-colored squirrel wallpaper gives a sprinkle of the nature theme without it completely overwhelming the nursery. This wallpaper is not a peel-and-stick and is only available in a traditional format.

Modern nursery designs have been distinctly neutral and minimalist, and while we expect that to shift towards richer tones and bolder prints, there is still a lane for achromatic fans. This delicate design has a touch of blush pink underneath white floral stems, giving you a neutral feel without totally removing color.

Another popular theme for nurseries is jungle or safari. This cream-colored wallpaper features metallic elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, zebras, and monkeys, and instead of a cartoon-like design, the animals look like sophisticated sketches—leaning into the grown-up vibe Coe mentioned.

If you’re working with a small space that you want to open up, these vertical stripes will do just that. Available in coral, eucalyptus, and navy, the design is hand-drawn in partnership with a women-owned print shop in Brazil. One thing to keep in mind if you love this print—it is a traditional wallpaper style and is best installed professionally.

Pam Ginocchio, co-founder of Project Nursery told us that there is a rise is ultra-feminine with bows popping into nursery designs. And if you’ve spent even five minutes on social media, you’d run into the coquette trend which is all about, well, bows. This beautiful removable wallpaper design has a variety of bow styles in a dainty baby pink color.

Wallpapering the ceiling of your nursery is a trend that has gained traction in 2024 and we love more intricate designs for that, like this floral one that is available in five colors. The curvy dancing daisies will give your baby something to look up at while you change their diaper or they drift off to sleep in their crib. If you’re on the fence about if this trend is something you’d want to keep around for a while, opting for an easy-to-install and removable option, like this one, is a wise choice.

If you’re ready to trade out neutrals for deeper, bolder colors, the wallpaper is a good place to start. This detailed pattern paired with the mature colors will cozy up your baby’s space and since it is a more complex design, it is perfect for a wallpaper accent wall.