Best Retro Fridge Freezer

Retro fridge freezers add a retro feel to modern kitchens, and the boldness of country kitchens. These fridge freezers come in a variety of colours and styles.

This model that is tall from Bush oozes coolness and comes in red or black. Its capacity for use is a healthy 281 litres, with a salad drawer, which is designed to accommodate greens, 4 safety glass shelves and a chrome wine rack.

Smeg

The word Smeg, also known as SMEG, is a reminiscence of an Italian holiday. Imagine sipping negronis on a historic terrazza while enjoying fine cheeses and stone fruit. While this dreamy getaway is unlikely to be an actual reality, the upscale appliance brand can bring that Italian design to your kitchen at lower than an excursion to Sicily. Smeg's sleek and vivacious colors will surely bring a splash of personality to any room.

The company's origins trace back to the 1940s when Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works began production of enamelled steel domestic appliances. In the 1960s, the success of the company increased with the introduction of the "Elisabeth", gas cooker, as well as the "Niagara" dishwasher with a bigger capacity for washing. The same time, the company begin producing ovens and hobs with built-in ovens. Franco Maria Ricci, one of Italy's most illustrious publishers and graphic designers who created the iconic Smeg logo that incorporates burners from gas hobs as well as round knobs from ovens.

Smeg continued to be a success throughout the 1970s. They offered a wide range of electrical appliances, including microwave ovens, washing machines 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 design of the collection was displayed at MoMA.

Smeg has been able to continue to innovate and collaborate with other companies. The company launched the 'Vitality' line of appliances that offer healthy cooking and preservation methods including steam ovens as well as sous vide vacuum drawers and blast chillers. It also launched its 'Connect' system for controlling appliances using a phone or tablet.

Smeg's refrigerator freezers follow the retro fridge freezer for sale design and come in a range of vibrant colors. The Hisense Bordeaux Red model, for instance, can add a splash of colour to any kitchen. With a capacity of 210 litres and a 60/40 split, this fridge-freezer offers plenty of space for all of your grocery shopping. Its features include an area for salads that is geared towards fresh greens, as well as four shelves that are adjustable. The freezer compartment has an anti-frost feature and the interior is stainless steel with chrome handles. It comes with a two year warranty on labour and parts.

Swan

Swan offers stylish retro fridge freezer 50/50-inspired kitchen appliances at cheaper than similar designs. The fridge freezer has striking red finishes and chrome handles. The 300-litre capacity is divided 60/40, ensuring 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 is a great place to store fresh food over snacks, so there's room for everything from bags of frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge's side has a salad drawer for keeping your greens in good condition and plenty of room to store your drinks on the extra-large door shelf.

This Swan fridge freezer isn't as elegant as some of the models featured in our roundup however it does have 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 who want to add a little retro flair to a modern kitchen. It's also easy to clean!

Big Chill

The brand was launched in the US back in 2003, Big Chill was founded by uncle-and-nephew team Thom Vernon and Orion Creamer, who wanted to make a statement fridge that wasn't hidden behind cabinetry. The pair decided to imitate 1950s styles with metal bodies that were stamped with chrome trim, as well as pivoting handles. The result is a stunning freestanding refrigerator that has become popular with celebrities such as Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.

The brand's fridge freezers are available in a palette of bold colours, and you can even choose a custom color for an additional $400. The Big Chill model that we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red. It's a very attractive and eye-catching. The freezer and fridge are separated by a divider, with the freezer at the top, which should help you prioritise frozen food items if you're prone to impulsive shopping sprees.

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 and automated defrost.

The Big Chill fridge isn't small as it comes with an impressive 20.5 cubic feet of space that's more than double the size of the two-door Smeg model. It's also available in a stunning array of striking colors with a myriad of additional colors available for a small fee.

The Big Chill is seen in several Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled the Ultimate Aggregor and it froze several Zarcovian Soldiers, and then changed into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also was seen in Above and Beyond, where it fought against the undead Kraab.

Gorenje

The Gorenje brand is a Slovenian manufacturer of household appliances, which was established in 1950. The products are produced in central facilities in Velenje and other locations throughout Slovenia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden. At first, the company was concentrated on ceramics and bathroom and kitchen furniture and by the 1970s it expanded into appliances like ovens, washers, and refrigerators. The product range also includes telecommunication equipment and television sets.

The FAB50 is by far the largest retro small fridge freezer fridge freezer ever created by Gorenje. It stands six feet high and offers 19.3 cubic feet of space in both the freezer and refrigerator. This Energy Star-certified refrigerator features adjustable shelves, LED lighting, a frost-free system and a sound alarm that informs you if the door is left open. Chrome handles give this refrigerator an elegant look.

While some reviewers have mentioned that the FAB50's cooling capability can be inconsistent, most of the people who have used it rate it highly. The Gorenje fridge freezer comes in a variety of colors, including pastel green and robin's eggs blue. It's perfect for kitchens with a vintage style.

Another option for a vintage-style fridge is the Hisense RB390N4RRDUK model, which comes with a stunning Bordeaux red color and sleek chrome handles. It has a generous capacity of 300L and a 60/40 split which allows plenty of space for frozen food items. This Hisense fridge freezer is Energy Star-certified, and its LED lighting and no-frost technology makes it easy to keep your food fresh.

Gorenje has the 83 subsidiary companies, 59 of which are located outside of Slovenia. The company produces a wide variety of ceramics as well as appliances for the home, and also provides services in energy eco-friendly, trade and ecology. Its brands are found in more than 90 countries, mainly in Europe. The company has a long-standing partnership with Swarovski as well as with Italian design house Pininfarina. It also supports the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams as well as the Gorenje Handball Club. It is a member the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association, and has a corporate responsibility program.