Few can match Sorelle cribs in terms of style, construction and value for money. The company makes cribs in just about all styles but, without doubt, the overall theme is one of restrained elegance.
First, if you’ve never heard of Sorelle cribs then you can rest assured that this family owned business has been making cribs for over thirty years. The materials used are solid woods and veneers with finishes that are designed to enhance the appearance of the crib. All of Sorelle’s cribs meet or exceed U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission standards and conform to ASTM standards.
The company makes traditional, dropside cribs such as the Glenda crib, which features a one-handed, knee release dropside, recessed hardware for your child’s safety and an underneath drawer. But, it’s the beautiful styling that will make parents fall in love with this piece of nursery furniture. The spindles are straight but both the foot and head rails have a gentle curve with the underside of each having a scalloped design. This piece is available 4 finishes but, without doubt, White is the most complementary.
The Commuter crib is for parents who want a modern crib of simple design. The spindles are wide and straight as are the side, foot and head rails. However, the almost bland simplicity of this crib is made very appealing by its two-tone design; both foot and head boards come in Espresso while the side panels are finished in White – this particular crib compares favorably to other modern designs by manufacturers such as Bellini Cribs.
The Sherri Regular is one of my personal favorites. Its solid, heavy design is offset by the curves of the foot and head rails. The styling of the legs has a hint of sleigh cribs and I love the way the feet are slightly splayed. This piece also comes with an underneath drawer – something that all cribs should come with in my opinion. It’s available in two finishes: Autumn and Cherry – go with Cherry.
Convertible cribs are becoming more and more popular, partly because they can be adapted into full-size beds but, to my mind, I think that parents buy them because they just love the ‘grander’ style of this type of crib. Well, if you want a convertible baby crib, the Sorelle won’t disappoint. The Hamptons convertible is a beautifully restrained piece of nursery furniture. Its look reminds one of American pre-civil war with its simple lines. The straight spindles, foot and head rails give this piece an almost timeless appeal. Definitely choose the Cherry finish for this crib.
The Maxine 4-in-1 is just divine. If you’re looking for a convertible crib with curvy lines, then this Sorelle crib won’t disappoint. The sleigh legs and curved head rail just make this piece very soft in appearance. It’s available in Autumn, Caramel and Natural – the caramel just seems to accentuate, yet at the same time, soften the curvaceous lines of this crib.
For pure romance go for the Anne’s lace crib. Available in only French White, the leaf panels on the foot legs and headboard along with the swags and loops on the undersides of the foot and side rails give this crib a look of something straight out of a fairytale book.
Sorelle cribs are, without doubt, heirloom pieces. Only a few other manufacturers such as Munire and Bellini can match them on style and construction quality. If you want the best, then you should take a serious look at what Sorelle has to offer.
