fridge freezers retro add bold quirk to country kitchens and a retro-flair to modern kitchens. They're available in a vast selection of styles and colours.
The tall model from Bush is available in black or red. It's got a large capacity of 281 litres. It comes with a salad drawer that prioritizes greens, four safety glass shelves and a chrome wine shelf.
Smeg
The word Smeg (pronounced SMEG) brings to mind images of an Italian vacation, sipping negronis on a historic terrazza with fine cheese and stone fruit. Luxury appliance brand Smeg can bring Italian style to your home for a price that is less than a trip. Smeg's modern, vibrant colors and designs will bring a sense of style to any space.
The company's beginnings date back to the 1940s, when Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works began production of enamelled steel household appliances. In the 1960s, the success of the company was boosted by the introduction of "Elisabeth", gas cooker, and the "Niagara" dishwasher with a greater wash capacity. This period also saw the company begin producing ovens and hobs with built-in ovens. Franco Maria Ricci is one of Italy's most well-known graphic designers and publishers. He designed the famous Smeg Logo which features gas stove burners and round knobs on ovens.
Smeg continued to be successful in the 1970s. They offered a wide variety of electrical appliances including microwave ovens, washing machines and refrigerators. In 1984, Guido Canali designed the Classic collection for Smeg. It was a slim collection with clear 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 the "Vitality" series of appliances that offer healthy cooking and preservation techniques, such as steam ovens, sous vide vacuum drawers, and blast chillers. It also introduced the 'Connect' technology, which lets users control appliances with a smartphone or tablet.
Smeg's fridge freezers aren't an exception to its retro-inspired design and models are available in a variety vibrant colours. Hisense Bordeaux Red, for instance, can make a splash in any kitchen. The fridge-freezer is large enough to accommodate all your food items. It comes with a capacity of 210 litres, and a 60/40 split. The fridge-freezer features a salad drawer to store fresh greens, and four shelves that are adjustable. The freezer compartment is equipped with an anti-frost function, and the interior is stainless steel with chrome handles. It is covered by a two-year guarantee for parts and labour.
Swan
Swan creates attractive retro-inspired kitchen equipment at less than comparable style. The fridge freezer is an attention-grabber with a striking red finish and chrome handles. It is designed to hold a lot of groceries and food items, the 300 litre capacity comes with a 60/40 split, so there's plenty of space for frozen meals and leftovers. It comes with adjustable shelves, no-frost technology, and LED lighting inside.
The freezer section prioritizes fresh food over snacks. There's plenty of room for everything, from bags frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge side features a salad drawer for keeping your greens fresh and plenty of space to store drinks on the large door shelf.
This Swan fridge freezer is not as sophisticated as some of the models we've reviewed however, it has a classic look that will be a perfect fit for a variety of kitchen styles. It's perfect for a kitchen with wooden cabinets or for those who want to add a retro flair to their modern kitchen. And it's easy to clean, too!
Big Chill
The brand was 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 a standout fridge that wouldn't be hidden behind cabinets. The pair decided to imitate 1950s styles with metal bodies that were stamped and chrome trims, as well as pivoting handles. The result is an impressive freestanding refrigerator that is a favourite among celebrities like Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.
The brand's fridge freezers are available in a range of bold colors, and you can even choose a custom color for an additional $400. The Big Chill model we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red, and it's a real attention-grabber. The freezer and fridge are separated by a divider with the freezer sitting on top. This will help you prioritize frozen food items if you're susceptible to impulsive shopping sprees.
The wine rack is integrated and four shelves that can be adjusted are included. The Big Chill fridge-freezer has a retro exterior, but has a contemporary A+ energy efficiency rating, as well as automated defrost.
The Big Chill fridge isn't small either: It comes in the size of 20.5 cubic feet of space, which is more than double that of the Smeg model with two doors. It's available in a variety of vivid colors, and a plethora of 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 battled Ultimate Aggregor and froze some Zarcovian soldiers before changing into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also was featured in Above and Beyond, where it fought against the undead Kraab.
Gorenje
Gorenje is an Slovenian brand of household appliances, which was established in 1950. Its products are manufactured at central facilities in Velenje as well as other locations throughout Slovenia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden. Initially, the company concentrated on ceramics and kitchen and bathroom furniture, and by the 1970s, it was expanding into appliances such as ovens and refrigerators, as well as washers and dryers. Its product line also includes telecommunication equipment and television sets.
The FAB50 model from Gorenje is the biggest Gorenje retro fridge freezer to date, standing six feet tall and boasting 19.3 cubic feet of freezer and refrigerator space. The refrigerator is Energy Star certified and features internal LED lighting and shelves that can be adjusted as well as a no-frost feature and a noise alarm that informs you when your door is left open. Its chrome handles provide a stylish aesthetic to any kitchen.
Although some reviews have complained about the FAB50's inconsistent cooling, its users generally give it high marks. The Gorenje fridge freezer is available in a variety of colors, including pastel green and robin's Egg blue. It's perfect for kitchens with a vintage style.
Another option for a vintage-style fridge is the RB390N4RRDUK model from Hisense, which offers stunning Bordeaux red color and sleek chrome handles. It comes with a huge 300L capacity and a 60/40 split that provides plenty of room for frozen items. This Hisense refrigerator freezer is also Energy Star certified, and its LED lights and no-frost feature makes it easy to maintain your food's freshness.
Gorenje has the 83 subsidiaries of Gorenje, with which include 59 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 eco-friendly, trade and ecology. Its brands are represented in more than 90 countries, mostly in Europe. The company has a long-standing partnership with Swarovski, and collaborates with Italian design firm Pininfarina. In addition, it supports the Slovenian Nordic Ski Teams and the Gorenje handball club. It is a member the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and has a corporate responsibility program.