It was an era of social and political
change, revolutionary fashion and
stylish interior design. The late 1950s
and early 60s paved the way for simple
styling and the popular American
drama, Mad Men has spurred a
new take of the era, reinvigorating the
retro/vintage trend in a big way.
So what does retro mean?
“Retro style” in interior design is a term used to
describe designs from the 1950s, 1960s and
1970s, although the 1980s are beginning to be
included under the “retro” umbrella. There are
degrees in retro style that range from adding a
few pieces to recreating an average vintage home
interior from a particular time period. Beyond
these varying degrees, some retro styles are a bit
over the top in colours and use of materials.
For this reason, retro style is not for the faint of
heart or for people who prefer a more understated
and classic décor. When you go retro, embracing
the look shows that planning went into creating
your home and that you haven’t just failed to
update your décor during the past decades. True
vintage designs are highly sought after, so if you
have a few gathering dust in your basement or
attic, it’s time to dust them off and integrate them
into your new design plan.
Not all retro designs are created equal, and each
period has a very different look this ranges from
clean and modern to psychedelic here we take a
look at the varying styles.
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