The paint color: even though it’s a pastel blue, Icing On The Cake (Benjamin Moore 2049-70) has a warm undertone that keeps it from reading as too frosty.

Why we love it: pale and ethereal, this soft shade is sweet in a nursery, but not too saccharine.

How to use it: This color can grow with a child, serving as an airy base for colorful artwork and sports memorabilia down the road.