Best Retro Fridge Freezer
Retro fridge freezers add bold quirk to country kitchens and retro-flair to modern ones. The fridge freezers are available in a range of colors and styles.
The tall model from Bush is available in either black or red. It has a healthy capacity of 281 litres. It comes with a salad drawer that prioritizes greens, four safety glass shelves and a chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) conjures images of an Italian vacation, sipping negronis on a terrazza that is adorned with exquisite cheese and stone fruits. While this dream vacation is not likely to become real, the high-end appliance brand could bring the Italian style to your kitchen for slightly less than a trip to Sicily. Smeg's sleek and vivacious colors are sure to add a touch of character to any room.
The company was founded in the 1940s by Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works, which began producing enameled steel household appliances. The company's success increased in the 1960s with the introduction of the "Elisabeth" gas cooker and the "Niagara" dishwasher that introduced larger wash capacities. During this period Smeg began to produce ovens and hobs with built-in stoves. Franco Maria Ricci, one of Italy's most illustrious graphic designers and publishers has invented the iconic Smeg logo, which incorporates burners from gas hobs as well as round knobs from ovens.
Smeg continued to be successful in the 1970s. They offered a broad assortment of electrical appliances including washing machines, microwave ovens and refrigerators. In fridge freezer retro , architect Guido Canali conceived the Classic collection for Smeg, an essential collection of compact volumes that has simple lines, easily identifiable by its timeless style and displayed at MoMA.
Since then, Smeg has forged ahead with cutting-edge technologies and innovative collaborations. The brand launched a line of appliances called 'Vitality, which provides healthy cooking and preservation techniques, such as sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. It also introduced its 'Connect' system for control of appliances through a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg's fridge freezers are no exception to its retro style and are available in a range of vibrant colours. Hisense Bordeaux Red, for example, will make a splash in any kitchen. This fridge-freezer is spacious enough to store all your groceries. It has a generous 210 litre capacity and a 60/40 split. The fridge-freezer features a salad drawer for fresh greens, and four adjustable shelves. The interior of the freezer compartment is made of stainless steel and comes with chrome handles. It also comes with an anti-frost function. It comes with a two-year manufacturer's warranty on parts and labour.
Swan
Swan makes attractive retro-inspired kitchen appliances at cheaper than similar style. The refrigerator freezer is adorned with striking red finishes and chrome handles. The capacity of 300 litres is split 60/40, ensuring plenty of room for frozen meals and leftovers. It also comes with adjustable shelves and a no-frost system and an internal LED lighting.
The freezer section is a great place to store fresh food over snacks, which means there's plenty of room for everything from bags of frozen veggies to ice cream. And the fridge side has a salad drawer to keep your greens in good condition and plenty of space for drinks thanks to an extra-large door shelf.
This Swan fridge freezer isn't as stylish as the models featured in our roundup, but it has an elegant design that can work with many kitchen styles. It's the perfect match for a rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets, or for those looking to add a touch of retro style to their modern kitchen. And it's easy to clean!
Big Chill
The brand was launched in the US back in 2003, Big Chill was founded by uncle-and-nephew pair Thom Vernon and Orion Creamer, who wanted to make a standout fridge that didn't conceal itself behind cabinets. The pair decided to imitate the 1950s style with metal bodies that were stamped with chrome trim, as well as pivoting handles. The result is a stunning freestanding refrigerator that is a favourite among celebrities such as Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.
The brand's fridge freezers are available in a palette of striking colors and you can choose a custom color for an additional $400. The Big Chill model that we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red. It's a really eye-catching. The fridge and freezer are separated by a partition, with the freezer on top. This should help you prioritise frozen food items if you're susceptible to impulse shopping.
The wine rack is integrated and four shelves that can be adjusted are included. The Big Chill fridge-freezer has a vintage appearance, but it has a modern A+ energy efficiency rating and auto defrost.
The Big Chill fridge isn't small, it's also a generous 20.5 cubic feet of space, which is more than double that of the two-door Smeg model. It's available in an array of vibrant colors, and many more are available for a modest fee.
The Big Chill appears in a variety of Ben 10 episodes, including Deep, Greetings From Techadon, and Tabloid Trouble, where it defeated the Ultimate Aggregor and frozen some Zarcovian soldiers before switching into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also appeared in Above and Beyond, where it fought the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
Gorenje is Gorenje is a Slovenian brand of major household appliances, which was established in 1950. The products are produced at central facilities in Velenje as well as other locations throughout Slovenia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden. Initially, the company concentrated on ceramics as well as bathroom and kitchen furniture and by the 1970s, it expanded into appliances like ovens, washers, and refrigerators. The range of products offered by the company includes telecommunications devices and televisions.
The FAB50 is the largest retro fridge freezer ever made by Gorenje. It is at six feet tall and provides 19.3 cubic feet in both freezer and refrigerator. This Energy Star-certified refrigerator has adjustable shelves, LED lighting, a no-frost system, and a sound alert that informs you if the door is left open. Chrome handles provide this refrigerator with a sleek look.
Although some reviewers have noted that the FAB50's cooling capabilities can be inconsistent, most of the people who have used it praise it for its performance. This Gorenje fridge freezer comes in a range of colors, including pastel green and robin's egg blue. It's perfect for kitchens that have a vintage look.
Hisense RB390N4RRDUK is another option for a vintage style fridge. It comes in a stunning Bordeaux color and has sleek chrome handles. It is a huge capacity of 300L and a split of 60/40, which provides ample space for frozen goods. This Hisense refrigerator freezer is Energy Star certified, and its LED lighting and no-frost technology make it easy to keep your food fresh.
Gorenje has the 83 subsidiary companies, of which 59 are located outside of Slovenia. The company produces a wide variety of ceramics as well as appliances for homes, and offers services in the fields of energy and ecology, as well as trade. The brands are available in more than 90 different countries, mostly in Europe. The company has a close partnership with Swarovski, and has a partnership with Italian design firm Pininfarina. It also sponsors the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams as well as the Gorenje Handball Club. It is a member of the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and has a corporate social responsibility program.