Best Retro Fridge Freezer<br /><br />Retro fridge freezers add retro flair to modern kitchens, and strikingly quirky to traditional kitchens. The fridge freezers are available in a range of colors and styles.<br /><br />This tall model from Bush is stylish, with a choice of red or black. Its usable capacity is a wholesome 281 litres, with a salad drawer, which is designed to accommodate greens, 4 safety glass shelves and an chrome wine rack.<br /><br />Smeg<br /><br />The word Smeg, also known as SMEG, brings to mind images of an Italian holiday. Imagine sipping negronis in an ancient terrazza and enjoying fine cheeses and stone fruits. While this dreamy getaway is unlikely to be an actual reality, the upscale appliance brand could bring the Italian style to your kitchen for just a little less than an excursion to Sicily. Smeg's sleek, vibrant colors and designs will bring a sense of style to any space.<br /><br />The company's beginnings date back to the 1940s, when Emilian Guastalla Metallurgical Enamelling Works began production of enamelled steel appliances for domestic use. The company's popularity grew during the 1960s thanks to the introduction of the "Elisabeth" gas cooker and the "Niagara" dishwasher, which introduced larger wash capacities. During this period the company started producing built-in hobs and 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 and round knobs from ovens.<br /><br />Smeg continued to be a success in the 1970s. They offered a broad variety of electrical appliances including washing machines, microwave ovens and refrigerators. In 1984, architect Guido Canali conceived the Classic collection for Smeg, an essential collection of compact volumes that has clean lines, recognizable by its timeless style and showcased at MoMA.<br /><br />Smeg has continued to innovate and collaborate with other companies. The brand introduced the "Vitality" line of appliances that offer healthy cooking and preservation techniques including steam ovens as well as sous vide vacuum drawers, and blast chillers. It also introduced its Connect system for controlling appliances via phone or tablet.<br /><br />Smeg's refrigerator freezers have a retro aesthetic and come in a range of vibrant colors. The Hisense Bordeaux Red model, for instance, can bring a splash of color to any kitchen. With a capacity of around 210 litres and a 40/60 split, this fridge-freezer has plenty of space for the entire grocery shopping. Its features include an area for salads that is geared towards fresh greens as well as four shelves that can be adjusted. The interior of the freezer compartment is constructed 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 for parts and labour.<br /><br />Swan<br /><br />Swan makes attractive retro-inspired appliances at a lower cost than similar designs. The fridge freezer is eye-catching with a bold red finish, complemented by chrome handles. The fridge freezer is designed to accommodate lots of shopping, its 300 litre capacity comes with 60/40 split, which means there's plenty of space for leftovers and frozen meals. It also has adjustable shelves as well as a no-frost option and LED lighting inside.<br /><br />The freezer section prioritizes fresh food over snacks. There's plenty of room for everything from bags of frozen vegetables to ice cream. The fridge's side also has a salad drawer that keeps your greens fresh, and plenty of room for drinks thanks to an extra-large door shelf.<br /><br />While it's not as smart as the other models in our roundup but this Swan fridge freezer offers an elegant design that can 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 an old-fashioned look to their contemporary kitchen. It's also easy to clean!<br /><br />Big Chill<br /><br /><br /><br />Big Chill, launched in the US in 2003, was created by the uncle and nephew team Thom Vernon, who wanted an appliance that stood out, but didn't be hidden behind cabinets. The team chose to emulate the 1950s style with stamped metal bodies and chrome trims, as well as pivoting handles. The result is a stunning freestanding refrigerator that has become a favourite among celebrities, including Drew Barrymore and Scarlett Johansson.<br /><br />The fridge freezers of this brand are available in a variety of vibrant colors. You can even choose a custom colour for an additional $400. The Big Chill model we tested was a deep Bordeaux Red, and it's an eye-catching piece of equipment. The freezer is situated at the top of the fridge, separated by a partition. This will make it easier to prioritize frozen food in the event that your shopping trips are unplanned.<br /><br />The wine rack is integrated and four adjustable shelves are also included. The Big Chill fridge-freezer has a vintage appearance, but it has a modern A+ energy efficiency rating, as well as automated defrost.<br /><br />The Big Chill fridge isn't tiny, as it comes with a generous 20.5 cubic feet of space, which is more than double the size of the Smeg model with two doors. It's also available in dazzling array of bold shades and comes with a plethora of other colors available for purchase.<br /><br />The Big Chill is seen in several Ben 10 episodes including Deep, Greetings from Techadon and Tabloid Trouble. It battled the Ultimate Aggregor and also frozen a few Zarcovian Soldiers, then changed into Goop to save Piscciss Volanns. It also was featured in Above and Beyond, where it fought the undead Kraab.<br /><br />Gorenje<br /><br />The Gorenje brand is a Slovenian manufacturer of household appliances, which was established in 1950. The products are produced at central facilities in Velenje and other locations across Slovenia, Serbia, the Czech Republic, and Sweden. The company initially concentrated on ceramics, bathroom and kitchen furniture and by the 1970s, it had expanded into appliances like ovens, washers, and refrigerators. The product line of the company includes televisions and telecommunications equipment.<br /><br />The FAB50 model of Gorenje is the company's biggest retro fridge freezer to date, standing at six feet tall and offering 19.3 cubic feet of freezer and refrigerator space. This refrigerator is Energy Star-certified and comes with LED lighting inside as well as adjustable shelves as well as a no-frost feature and a sound alert that informs you when your door is open. Its chrome handles add a chic style to any kitchen.<br /><br />While <a href="https://www.frydge.uk/categories/retro-fridge-freezers">Frydge UK</a> have mentioned that the FAB50's cooling functionality can be erratic, the majority of the people who have used it rate it highly. This Gorenje refrigerator freezer is available in a variety of colors including robin egg blue and pastel green and is a great choice for any kitchen that has a vintage-style designs.<br /><br />The Hisense RB390N4RRDUK is a different option 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, which allows plenty of space for frozen food items. This Hisense fridge freezer is also Energy Star-certified. Its LED lighting and no-frost technology makes it easy to keep your food fresh.<br /><br />Gorenje has subsidiaries of 83 companies, 59 of which are located outside of Slovenia. The company produces a broad variety of domestic appliances and ceramics, and provides services in the areas of energy, ecology, and trade. The brands are available in more than 90 different countries, mostly in Europe. The company has a strong relationship 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 an affiliate of the European Household Goods Manufacturers' Association and has a company-wide social responsibility program.<br /><br />