Best Retro Fridge Freezer
A retro fridge freezer adds bold style to country kitchens and a retro-flair to modern kitchens. The fridge freezers are available in a range of colors and styles.
This model tall from Bush is stylish and comes in black or red. Its capacity for use is a wholesome 281 litres with one salad drawer which prioritises greens, as well as four shelves made of safety glass and an chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) invokes visions of an Italian holiday, where you sip negronis in a historic terrazza with exquisite cheese and stone fruits. The luxury appliance brand Smeg can bring the Italian flair to your home for a price less than a holiday. Smeg's sleek design and vibrant colors will bring a splash of personality to any space.
The company was founded in the 1940s by Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works, which began producing enameled steel appliances for the home. In the 1960s, the company's popularity increased with the introduction of "Elisabeth", gas cooker, and the "Niagara", a dishwasher that had a larger wash capacity. This time also saw the company start producing ovens and hobs with built-in ovens. Franco Maria Ricci is one of Italy's most well-known graphic designers and publishers. He created the iconic Smeg Logo, which incorporates gas stove burners and round knobs on ovens.
Smeg's popularity grew in the 1970s with a comprehensive range of electrical appliances including microwave ovens, washing machines and refrigerators. In 1984, Guido Canali designed the Classic collection for Smeg. It was a compact collection with simple lines and essential volumes. The timeless design of the collection was displayed at MoMA.
Since since then, Smeg has forged ahead by introducing new technologies and a variety of creative collaborations. The company launched a line of appliances called 'Vitality,' which offers healthy cooking methods and preservation techniques like sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. The brand also introduced its 'Connect' system for control of appliances through a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg's refrigerator freezers follow the retro design and come in a variety of vibrant colours. The Hisense Bordeaux Red model, for instance, will bring a splash of color to any kitchen. With a generous capacity of around 210 litres and a 40/60 split, this fridge-freezer offers plenty of room for all of your grocery shopping. Its features include the salad drawer, which is designed to accommodate fresh greens, as well as four adjustable shelves. The freezer compartment comes with an anti-frost function, and the interior is made of stainless steel with chrome handles. It comes with a two-year manufacturer's warranty on the parts and labor.
Swan
Swan makes attractive retro-inspired kitchen equipment at less than comparable style. The fridge freezer is eye-catching with a striking red finish, complemented by chrome handles. Designed to hold lots of groceries the 300-litre capacity has 60/40 split, which means there's plenty of space for frozen meals and leftovers. It also comes with adjustable shelves and a no-frost system and internal LED lighting.
The freezer section focuses on fresh food over snacks. There's plenty of space for everything from bags frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge side features a salad drawer for keeping your greens in good condition and plenty of space to store drinks on the extra-large door shelf.
This Swan fridge freezer isn't as sophisticated as some of the models featured in our roundup however, it has a classic design that can fit into various kitchen styles. It's the perfect fit for a rustic kitchen with wooden cabinets or for those who want to add a touch of retro style to their modern kitchen. It's also easy to clean!
Big Chill
It was first introduced 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 a statement fridge that wouldn't be hidden behind cabinets. They chose to evoke 1950s-era designs with cast metal bodies and chrome trim, then added pivoting handles for extra 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 brand's fridge freezers are available in a palette of vibrant colors and you can opt for a custom colour for an additional $400. The Big Chill model we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red, and it's an absolute attention-grabbing piece. The freezer and the fridge are separated by a divider with the freezer sitting at the top. This should help you prioritise frozen food items if you're susceptible to impulsive shopping sprees.
The wine rack is integrated and four shelves with adjustable shelves are included. Despite its old-fashioned exterior the Big Chill fridge freezer has a decidedly modern A+ energy efficiency class as well as automatic defrost.
The Big Chill refrigerator is also not small: It has a huge 20.5 cubic foot of space. This is more than double the size of a standard two-door Smeg. It's available in a variety of vibrant colors, and dozens more are available for a low fee.
The Big Chill is featured in a variety of Ben 10 episodes, including Deep, Greetings From Techadon, and Tabloid Trouble, where it was fighting Ultimate Aggregor and froze some Zarcovian soldiers before switching into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also was seen in Above and Beyond where it fought the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
The Gorenje brand is a Slovenian producer of household appliances, which was established in 1950. The company's products are produced in its central plant in Velenje as well as other facilities across Slovenia and Serbia as well as the Czech Republic and Sweden. The company was initially focused on manufacturing ceramics and bathroom and kitchen furniture in the 1970s, but by that time it was able to manufacture appliances like washing machines, ovens, and refrigerators. The product line of the company includes telecommunications devices and televisions.
The FAB50 model by Gorenje is the biggest Gorenje retro refrigerator freezer to date, measuring six feet tall and offering 19.3 cubic feet of refrigerator and freezer space. This refrigerator is Energy Star-certified and comes with LED lighting inside as well as adjustable shelves, a no-frost system and a sound alert that alerts you if your door is open. Chrome handles give this refrigerator a sleek appearance.
Despite some reviews that have criticised the FAB50's lack of cooling, users tend to give it high marks. The Gorenje fridge freezer comes in a variety of colors such as pastel green and robin's Egg blue. It's perfect for kitchens that have a vintage look.
Hisense RB390N4RRDUK is an alternative for a vintage-style fridge. It comes in a stunning Bordeaux color and has sleek chrome handles. It comes with a large 300L capacity as well as a 60/40 split that provides plenty of space for frozen items. Frydge is also Energy Star-certified, and its LED lighting and no-frost technology make it easy to keep your food fresh.
Gorenje has the 83 subsidiaries of Gorenje, with 59 of them located outside Slovenia. The company produces a wide range of ceramics and appliances for the home, and also provides services in energy and ecology, as well as trade. Its brands are represented in more than 90 countries, primarily in Europe. The company has a strong partnership with Swarovski as well as with Italian design house Pininfarina. Additionally, it supports the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams and the Gorenje handball club. It is a member of the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and has a corporate social responsibility program.