Fad*ish- fashion and design

The sleek and simple elements often seen in Scandinavian designs are now influencing baby furniture. DUMBO Brooklyn’s own Argington modern children’s furniture makes the statement that baby furniture can be just as creative and stylish as the big boys.

Chic children’s furniture is the natural evolution of contemporary design. When the mass merchants jumped on the chic band wagon-- think of Target’s Michael Grave Designs-- it was only a matter of time before other genres followed suit. Whether it is to marry with your existing minimalist décor or just to keep the “cutsie” elements out of your SOHO loft, there is a growing need to make your baby furniture feel more like home. Argington is one of many contemporary children furniture companies paving the way by tying together function and style.

Children are an extension of you, so why not their furniture? Gustav Maxwell seems to agree offering up children’s bedding with bold geometric prints replacing the cartoon characters of yesterdays. From infant cribs to toddler beds, their retro prints flirt with a period that is nostalgic for you and visually pleasing for them-- after all they have the rest of their lives to drive you crazy with Dora the Explorer. Another company making its mark on the children’s furniture scene is Igloo Play, making a name for themselves with their ‘mod rocker’. And for those wanting to give a stylish upgrade their child’s toy box, Modern Seed’s provides the answer for tacky toys and accessories.

With all there is to offer these new breed of children designers insure that your child is too cool for school, and in some cases the nursery. While I’m sure that playful patterns, and stylish environments provide a soothing psychological effect for your child-- baby chic is designed for your style peace of mind.

*Originally Posted on Word on the Street 5/28/06

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