Droolicious Shopping Guide: Pottery Barn Cribs

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See how Pottery Barn’s latest crib stacks up when it comes to baby’s first bed.

With nearly a dozen crib styles to pick from, Pottery Barn Kids has become a nursery mecca for many expecting parents.  Darcy, the newest arrival in the line-up, is sure to appeal to PB’s loyal customers.  The styling is early American with a touch of French flair.   The crib measures 55″w x 31″l x 49″h and has hand-carved details.  When the time comes, the stylish back of the crib becomes a headboard for a full-sized bed.

Like all cribs in the Pottery Barn Collection the Darcy ($999) features adjustable height setting and has plastic “teething guards” on all the top edges of the crib—handy for tots who like to sink their new dental accessories on any available surface. Stop into the stores for a private nursery appointment and go home with heaps of brochures and free wood samples (samples go for a $20 refundable fee online).  Note: Some cribs styles are only available online and won’t be subject to the free set-up and deliver offered at stores.

Pro: Order in on of 99 PBK stores in North America and enjoy free shipping and delivery.
Con: Doesn’t convert to toddler bed
Best For: Traditionalists.

Sleigh: Handsome deign that doesn’t eat up a ton of space (32 x 60 x 47). ($699)

Pro: Drop-down side rail; three height settings; converts to toddler bed.
Con: Internet only; one finish choice.
Best For: Smaller rooms.

Larkin: Sublime sleigh bed with four height settings. ($999)

Pro: French styling is chic (won “Word of Mom” award from Cookie Magazine) and built of solid hardwood.
Con: Not convertible to toddler or twin bed; fixed side rail.
Best For: Large proportions (33.5 x 71. X 49) make this bet suited to larger rooms.

Olivia: Curved edges and high back for a touch of drama. ($999)

Pro: The crib makes a statement.
Con: Won’t work well if baby #2 is a boy and you want to reuse the crib.
Best For: Fancy room fit for a princess.

Dana: Well-priced and popular crib. ($599)

Pro: Simple, clean lines look good in most homes; quiet drop side rail function.
Con: Set up and delivery is extra–even with in-store purchase.
Best For: Parents who want a crib to last for more than one kid in many and blend with different decors.

Harper: Antique styling with tongue-and-groove joinery. ($799)

Pro: Easy to move from room to room thanks to wheels.
Con: Won’t work well in modern homes.
Best For: Pairing with heirloom furnishings.

Madison: Three-in-one crib with two finish choices. ($699)

Pro: Converts to a toddler bed and a full-sized headboard, mattress has three level settings.
Con: No drop-down side rail; a little boring.
Best For: A long-term furniture investment.

Thomas: Classic crib with rustic appeal. ($699)

Pro: Bead boarding style won’t look dated in a few years; drop side rail saves parents back strain.
Con: Set up and delivery is extra-even with in-store purchase.
Best For: Parents who value convenience over beauty.