Monday, March 14, 2016

Add color to your kitchen with new retro appliances

We've gotten a little bolder with color in the kitchen in recent years. There's also a portion of the population that not only loves color, but loves all things with a retro vibe. SMEG, an Italian manufacturer of kitchen appliances, is hoping that its latest product introductions will appeal to this crowd and win over many more fans.

SMEG’s ‘50s Retro Style Line is the choice if you want to add color and a vintage vibe to your kitchen. From pastel blue, to bright orange, to vibrant lime green – the options from this creative brand are endless.  

Below, SMEG's new retro refrigerator freezer unit is the focal element in this kitchen that includes SMEG's very contemporary range and hood. Evidence that retro and contemporary can coexist side-by-side.

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The SMEG FAB32 is the newest model, featuring a bottom frost-free freezer, adjustable glass shelves and LED interior lighting.  It is available in 12 different colors (black, blue, cream, lime green, orange, pastel blue, pastel green, pink, red, silver, white and yellow) and has a suggested retail price of $2999.00.


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Below is the SMEG Fab28 Refrigerator ($1999.00), It also includes adjustable shelving, numerous storage bins and has an inner freezer.

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If you prefer to dip your toe into the waters first before jumping right in, then consider a SMEG small appliance such as its mixer. Its stand stand mixer features 10 adjustable speeds with a smooth-start function and includes a wire whisk, flat beater, dough hook, spatula and plastic bowl cover. Retail price is $459.95. It is currently available in five colors including cream (shown below), pastel blue, red, black and silver.

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SMEG's toaster combines iconic mid-century style with modern features, such as six browning levels and a backlit chrome knob with four functions: reheat, defrost, bagel, cancel. The two-slice toaster retails for $149.95. A four-slide model is also available. Colors available include cream, pastel blue, red, pastel green (shown below), pink, black and chrome.

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With four speed settings, three preset programs and a detachable stainless-steel double blade, the SMEG retro blender has all the features of a modern appliance with the look of a vintage model.  It retails for $249.95 and comes in five colors: cream, pastel blue, red, black and chrome.

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What do you think? Do you love retro appliances or are you contemporary all the way? If you want to try a retro vibe, will you jump in with a refrigerator or take it slow and go with a small appliance like a toaster to start?