Ooba Nest Bassinet - $600

When it comes to clean, modern design, it's hard to top the bent plywood Nest bassinet from Ooba. We're keen on the curved shape and metal accents. Available in two rich wood veneers (walnut and maple), the Nest features a removable chrome base. When you're done with the bassinet, the Nest can be converted to a play table (conversion kit costs an additional $250) for your toddler. One disappointment: though outfitted with carrying handles, this wheel-less bassinet is a challenge to move.

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Offi's Ovum Bassinet by Heidi Newell - $700-$800

We stumbled on this clever bassinet at the Spring 2007 International Contemporary Furniture Fair. The Ovum is the latest offering from Offi & Company, a design firm based in Tiburon, California that aims to satisfy the parental demand for "simple, beautiful and practical furnishings." Inspired by Shaker furniture, the wooden Ovum bassinet can be used as a rocker or as a secure base. Thanks to its nifty curved shape, the exposed basket allows the baby to be visible from any angle. The Ovum is still being prototyped and tested; expect it to hit stores in early 2008.

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Simplicity for Children 4-in-1 Deluxe Bassinet - $130

If a little plastic doesn't bother you, the Simplicity bassinet is a sound, budget-friendly choice. It's loaded with features and doesn't take up a lot of space (the bassinet measures 47" H x 18.25" W x 35.5" D), making it perfect for a cramped urban bedroom. We like the gizmos designed to sooth baby to sleep: gentle vibration, a night light and a musical mobile. This four-in-one item can also be converted to a cradle and then into a changing table.

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Prince & Company Truly Scrumptious - $2,950

We were gobsmacked when we came across this one-of-a-kind creation. Alas, we mere mortals can't imagine splurging on a special order Prince design, but we think anyone with a Trumpesque bank account might just want plunk down the cash. Prince prides itself on making bassinets the old-fashioned way — by hand. The basket itself is made of woven willow secured to a handsome wooden trolley. The frame is embellished with about a dozen yards of the finest cotton velveteen available, then trimmed with three layers of ribbon. With custom accessories and canopy, this design will set you back a royal $5,500.

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