# 50s Vintage Kitchen Accessories This New Range of Retro Kitchen Appliances is Stunning By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-04-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-kitchen-appliances References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/2014/04/09/meet-new-smeg-50s-retro-style-small-home-appliances/) & [smeg](http://www.smeg.com/products/) If you feel lost in this modern day and age with all the steel surfaces and sharp edged lines, why not treat yourself (and your kitchen counters) to these [kitschy and retro kitchen appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lidl-kitchenwares)? Just because you want your kitchen to look like it stepped out of a catalog from the 1950s, it doesn't mean you have to be chained to the stove in the kitchen all day long; you have these retro kitchen appliances to do the work for you. So go ahead, get your fix and treat yourself to the new line from the [Italian manufacturer Smeg](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smeg-mini-milk-frother). Its 50s Retro Style collection uses modern technology but combines it with a homey feeling from a 50s kitchen. The new collection includes a kettle, a slice toaster, a blender and a [stand mixer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-stand-mixer) available in a range of vibrant colors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Kitchen Appliances:** Opportunity to tap into the nostalgia market with modern appliances designed to replicate the look and feel of vintage kitchens. - **Kitschy Kitchen Decor:** Opportunity to create a line of retro-inspired kitchen accessories and decorations to complement the vintage appliances. - **Mixing Modern Technology with Nostalgic Design:** Opportunity to develop innovative products that combine the latest technological advancements with retro aesthetics. ### Where This Applies - **Appliance Manufacturing:** Opportunity for appliance manufacturers to expand their product lines and cater to consumers seeking vintage-inspired appliances. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to capitalize on the popularity of retro kitchen aesthetics by offering a range of complementary products. - **Kitchen Appliance Retail:** Opportunity for kitchen appliance retailers to stock and promote retro-inspired products as a niche offering for consumers seeking unique and nostalgic kitchen aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [50s-Style Countertop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smeg-toaster.md) - [Brightly Colored Luxe Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fab28.md) - [Color-Centric Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thyme-table.md) - [Earth-Toned Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchenaid-heart-hand-with-magnolia.md) - [Gold-Accented Home Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smeg-x-ovo.md) - [Automotive-Enthused Kitchen Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-x-smeg.md) - [Vintage Ice Cream Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-ice-cream-making.md) - [Old-Fashioned Espresso Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-modern-espresso-machine.md) - [Low-Cost Countertop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-kitchen-appliance.md)