Retro Furniture 101

What is it about the whole "retro" style that's socourse, the words will always be accompanied by
appealing today? Some say that it's a comfortinga smile. Not only will it be quite the conversation
feeling of days gone by, when times were simplerpiece, it will add a bit of nostalgia, fun and
and seemed to move at a slower pace than theyatmosphere to any style of home.
do today. Others claim that it's a generationalIf you could only pick one room to add some
lashing-out against the mass marketing of today.trendy, retro-flair, which would you choose?
Still others just think that it looks cool. WhateverKitchens across the country are bringing in some
your particular view is, you'll be pleased to knowextra charm with the 1950's diner-styled dinette
that the retro-style is alive and well, as everythingsets. Both booth and chair styles, plus a wide
that's old is new again, due in part to the shoppingvariety of bar and counter-height stools can make
ease of the World Wide Web.even the most boring center of a home pop with
The classic designs and styles of the 1930'sexcitement!
through the 1980's are brought to life all overRetro bathroom fixtures make any lavatory a
again with this decorating trend, adding nicely toplace you'd love to hang your hat. Likewise,
already popular home décor styles ofvintage bedroom sets can set the stage for quite
country, early American, contemporary, classic,a tale with grand bedposts and stunning details
antique, art deco, as well as the manyand workmanship on the bureaus, nightstands and
combinations among them. Retro furniture andheadboard. Add an authentic, antique lamp, or a
accessories can complement any just about anyreproduction of one--you'll be amazed at what
style that you currently have, or add a splash ofyou can find online!
excitement to a somewhat dull and dreary room.Every little detail is important when you're creating
For example, say that your home décor isa retro style room, home, or just want to add a
primarily country with a few antiques added in forbit of fun and nostalgia to your abode. Don't
good measure. What if in the middle of theforget about clocks, knick-knacks and wall mirrors
country quilts and braided rugs, a black andto reflect the days of yesteryear. Vintage style
chrome, pay-phone-style, vintage-lookingjukeboxes, record players and radios, with or
telephone is hung on the wall in your kitchen?without the added luxury of a CD player, will
You're sure to hear "I haven't see one of these inalways have a story to tell, to those who want
years", by at least one your houseguests, and ofto listen.