Retro and vintage are often confused - no wonder, because both living styles are inspired by the past. The confusion also comes from the fact that nowadays hardly any furnishings can be described as purely retro or vintage, but rather represent an eclectic mix with accents in one of the two styles. We will give you an overview of the furnishing principles of the two living styles and give you some inspiring ideas on how you can implement them in your own four walls.
Retro furniture refers to furniture classics from the period after the Second World War to the early 1990s. Characteristic of these pieces of furniture are the clear lines without ornaments and the slightly winding shapes. They are made from materials such as light oak and aluminum and are upholstered in leather and fabrics such as linen. The strong colors of the retro furniture create a cheerful atmosphere.
In contrast to the pieces of furniture inRetro StyleThe vintage furniture is decorated with playful details - wrought iron and wood carving make it look romantic and charming. They can of course be bought from the flea market and restored; many manufacturers also offer new furniture with a vintage look.
It can sometimes be difficult to tell the difference between retro and vintage - you can get a better idea of how to display the furniture effectively in the photo gallery below.
Living room with restored furniture
