Best Retro Fridge Freezer
Retro fridge freezers add retro flair to modern kitchens, and bold quirkiness to country ones. The fridge freezers are available in a variety of colours and styles.
This tall model from Bush oozes coolness with a choice of black or red. It has a healthy capacity of 281 litres. It has the salad drawer, which is designed to focus on greens as well as four safety glass shelves, and a chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) invokes visions of an Italian vacation, sipping negronis on a historic terrazza with exquisite cheese and stone fruits. While this dreamy getaway is not likely to become a reality, the luxury appliance brand is sure to bring the Italian design to your kitchen at just a little less than the cost of a trip to Sicily. Smeg's sleek design and vibrant colors will add a pop of personality to any space.
The company's origins trace back to the 1940s, when Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works began production of enamelled steel household appliances. Its success grew in the 1960s, with the introduction of the "Elisabeth" gas cooker and the "Niagara" dishwasher that introduced larger wash capacities. In the same time Smeg began to produce ovens and hobs with built-in stoves. Franco Maria Ricci is one of Italy's most celebrated graphic designers and publishers. He designed the iconic Smeg Logo that incorporates burners from gas stoves as well as round knobs on ovens.
Smeg continued to be a hit in the 1970s. They offered a wide range of electrical appliances, including washing machines, microwave ovens and refrigerators. In 1984, Guido Canali designed the Classic collection for Smeg. It was a slim collection that had simple lines and essential volumes. The timeless style of the collection was displayed at MoMA.
Smeg has been able to continue to innovate and collaborate with other companies. The company launched a line of appliances dubbed 'Vitality'' which offers healthy cooking and preservation methods, such as sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. The brand also introduced the 'Connect' system, which allows users to control appliances via a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg's fridge freezers aren't an exception to its retro-inspired design, with models available in a variety vibrant colors. The Hisense Bordeaux Red model, for instance, will add a splash of color to any kitchen. This fridge-freezer is spacious enough to hold all your groceries. It comes with a large 210 litre capacity and a 60/40 split. Its features include an area for salads that is geared towards fresh greens, as well as four adjustable shelves. The freezer compartment comes with an anti-frost feature and the interior is stainless steel with chrome handles. It is covered by a two-year guarantee on parts and labour.
Swan
Swan makes attractive retro-inspired appliances at a lower cost than similar models. The refrigerator freezer comes with striking red finishes and chrome handles. The 300-litre capacity is divided 60/40, which means there's plenty of room for leftovers and frozen meals. It also comes with adjustable shelves as well as a no-frost option and internal LED lighting.
The freezer section prioritizes fresh food over snacks, which means there's room for everything from bags of frozen veggies to ice cream. And the fridge side has a salad drawer that keeps your greens in good condition and plenty of room for drinks thanks to an extra-large door shelf.
retro style fridge freezer Frydge UK isn't as elegant as some of the models featured in our roundup, but it has an elegant design that can be a perfect fit for a variety of kitchen styles. It's the perfect match to a country kitchen that has wooden cabinets, or for those looking to add a touch of retro flair to a modern kitchen. It's also easy to clean!
Big Chill
Launched in the US in 2003, Big Chill was founded by the uncle-and-nephew duo of Thom Vernon and Orion Creamer who wanted to create an eye-catching fridge that didn't conceal itself behind cabinetry. They decided to channel 1950s-era styles with cast metal bodies and chrome trim. They then added pivoting handles to add retro appeal. The result is a freestanding refrigerator that's become a celeb favourite - with Drew Barrymore, Scarlett Johansson and Blake Lively among its fans.
The fridge freezers from this brand are available in a variety of vibrant colours. You can even pick a custom color for an additional $400. The Big Chill model that we tested is deep Bordeaux Red. It's a really eye-catching. The freezer is situated in the upper part of the fridge, separated by the divide. This will aid in deciding which frozen items to buy if your shopping sprees are fast-paced.
There's also a salad drawer to prioritise fresh greens, plus four shelves that can be adjusted and an integrated wine rack. Despite its vintage exterior it's Big Chill fridge freezer has an edgy A+ energy efficiency class as well as automated defrost.
The Big Chill fridge isn't tiny, either: It comes in a generous 20.5 cubic feet of space which is more than double the size of the Smeg model with two doors. It's available in a range of vibrant colors, and many more are available for a small fee.
The Big Chill can be seen in a variety of Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled Ultimate Aggregor and also it froze some Zarcovian Soldiers, then switched into Goop to rescue Piscciss Volanns. It also appeared in Above and Beyond where it battled the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
Gorenje is a Slovenian brand of household appliances that was founded in 1950. Its products are manufactured at central facilities in Velenje and other locations across Slovenia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden. At first, the company was focused on ceramics, kitchen and bathroom furniture, and by the 1970s it was expanding into appliances such as ovens, washers, and refrigerators. Its product line includes telecommunications devices as well as television sets.
The FAB50 is the largest retro fridge freezer ever made by Gorenje. It stands six feet high and offers 19.3 cubic feet of space both in the refrigerator and freezer. This Energy Star-certified refrigerator features adjustable shelves, internal LED lighting, a no frost system and a sound alarm that informs you if the door is left open. The chrome handles provide a stylish design to any kitchen.
Despite some reviews that have complained about the FAB50's inconsistent cooling, its users generally give it high ratings. The Gorenje fridge freezer is available in a variety of colors, including pastel green and robin's eggs blue. It is perfect for vintage-style kitchens.
The Hisense RB390N4RRDUK is a different option for a vintage-style fridge. It is available in stunning Bordeaux color, with sleek chrome handles. It has a generous 300L capacity and 60/40 split which provides plenty of space for frozen items. This Hisense refrigerator freezer is Energy Star certified, and its LED lights and no-frost feature makes it easy to keep your food fresh.
Gorenje has 83 subsidiaries, including 59 that are located outside of Slovenia. The company produces a vast variety of ceramics and appliances for the home, and also provides services in energy and ecology, as well as trade. Its brands are found in more than 90 countries, mostly in Europe. The company has a long-standing relationship with Swarovski and also collaborates with Italian design firm Pininfarina. Additionally, it is a sponsor of the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams and the Gorenje handball club. It is a member the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association, and has an initiative for corporate responsibility.