Best Retro Fridge Freezer
A retro fridge freezer adds bold style to country kitchens and retro-flair to modern ones. They are available in a broad variety of colors and styles.
This model that is tall from Bush oozes coolness and comes in black or red. It's got a large capacity of 281 litres. It comes with the salad drawer, which is designed to focus on greens and four shelves made of safety glass, and a chrome wine rack.
Smeg
The word Smeg, pronounced SMEG, conjures up images of an Italian holiday. Imagine sipping retro fridge freezer Frydge on an old terrazza, while eating exquisite cheeses and stone fruits. While this dream vacation is not likely to become a reality, the luxury appliance brand can bring the Italian flair to your kitchen at slightly less than a trip to Sicily. Smeg's clean and vibrant colors and designs will bring a sense of style to any room.
The company's beginnings date back to the 1940s, when Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works began producing enamelled steel household appliances. The company's success increased in the 1960s, with the introduction of the "Elisabeth" gas cooker and the "Niagara" dishwasher which brought larger capacity wash capabilities. The same time, Smeg begin manufacturing ovens and hobs that were built-in. Franco Maria Ricci is one of Italy's most celebrated graphic designers and publishers. He created the iconic Smeg Logo which features gas stove burners and round knobs on ovens.
Smeg continued to be successful throughout 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 simple line with clear lines and essential volumes. The timeless style of the collection was displayed at MoMA.
Smeg continues to invent and collaborate with other companies. The brand introduced the "Vitality" series of appliances that offer healthy cooking and preservation techniques including steam ovens and sous vide vacuum drawers, and blast chillers. It also introduced its 'Connect' system that allows controlling appliances via phone or tablet.
Smeg's fridge freezers are no exception to its retro aesthetic, with models available in a range of striking colours. The Hisense Bordeaux Red model, for instance, will add a splash of colour to any kitchen. With a generous capacity of around 210 litres and a 40/60 split, this fridge-freezer has plenty of space to accommodate the entire grocery shopping. The fridge-freezer comes with a salad drawer to store fresh greens, and four shelves that are adjustable. The interior of the freezer compartment is made from stainless steel and has chrome handles. It also comes with an anti-frost function. It comes with a two-year warranty for parts and labour.
Swan
Swan creates attractive retro-inspired kitchen appliances at a lower price than comparable style. Its fridge freezer is a standout with a bold red finish and chrome handles. Designed to hold lots of shopping, its 300 litre capacity has 60/40 split so you can store plenty of leftovers and frozen meals. It has adjustable shelves, no-frost technology, and LED lighting inside.
Its freezer section prioritises fresh food over snacks, which means there's room for everything from bags of frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge's side is equipped with an area for salads to keep fresh greens and plenty of room to store drinks on the extra-large shelf in the door.
While it's not as smart as some of the other models in our round-up, this Swan fridge freezer is a classic design that will fit in with a variety of kitchen styles. It's ideal for kitchens with wooden cabinets or those who want to add some an old-fashioned look to their contemporary kitchen. It's also easy to clean, too!
Big Chill
Big Chill, launched in the US in 2003, was founded by the duo of uncle and nephew Thom Vernon, who wanted an appliance that was striking but did not hide behind cabinets. The duo decided to imitate 1950s designs with stamped metal bodies with chrome trim, as well as pivoting handles. The result is an impressive freestanding refrigerator that has become an instant favorite among celebrities such as Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.
The brand's fridge freezers are available in a range of striking colours, and you can even opt for a custom colour for an additional $400. The Big Chill model that we test is a deep Bordeaux Red. It's a real eye-catcher. The freezer and fridge are separated by a partition, with the freezer at the top. This will help you prioritize frozen foods if you're prone to shopping impulsively.
The wine rack that is integrated as well as four shelves with adjustable shelves are included. The Big Chill fridge-freezer has a vintage appearance, but it has a modern A+ energy efficiency rating as well as automated defrost.
The Big Chill fridge isn't small as it comes with a generous 20.5 cubic feet of space, which is more than double that of the Smeg two-door model. And it's available in a stunning array of striking colors with a myriad of additional colors on offer for a fee.
The Big Chill can be seen in a variety of Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled the Ultimate Aggregor, froze some Zarcovian Soldiers, then changed into Goop to rescue Piscciss Volanns. It also was seen in Above and Beyond where it fought the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
The Gorenje brand is a Slovenian manufacturer of household appliances, founded in 1950. The company's products are manufactured at its central location in Velenje and other facilities across Slovenia and Serbia and the Czech Republic and Sweden. Originally, the company was focused on producing ceramics, kitchen and bathroom furnishings, but by the 1970s, it had expanded to produce appliances, such as washing machines, ovens and refrigerators. Its product line also includes telecommunication equipment and television sets.
The FAB50 is by far the largest retro fridge freezer ever produced by Gorenje. It stands at six feet tall and has 19.3 cubic feet of space in both the refrigerator and freezer. This Energy Star-certified refrigerator has adjustable shelves, internal LED lighting, a no-frost system as well as a sound warning that alerts you when the door is left open. The chrome handles provide a stylish style to any kitchen.
Despite some reviews that have complained about the FAB50's inconsistency in cooling, customers tend to give it high ratings. This Gorenje fridge freezer is available in a range of colors such as pastel green and robin's Egg blue. It's perfect for kitchens with a vintage style.
Hisense RB390N4RRDUK is an alternative for a vintage-style fridge. It comes in stunning Bordeaux color and has sleek chrome handles. It has a large capacity of 300L and a split of 60/40, that allows for plenty of space to store frozen goods. This Hisense fridge freezer is also Energy Star-certified. Its LED lighting and no-frost technology make it easy to keep your food fresh.
Gorenje has its 83 subsidiaries, with 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 the fields of energy eco-friendly, trade and ecology. Its brands are found in more than 90 different countries, with the majority of them in Europe. The company has a solid partnership with Swarovski and collaborates with Italian design house Pininfarina. It also sponsors the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams and the Gorenje handball club. It is an active member of the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and has a corporate social responsibility program.