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retro

retro
AdjectiveNoun

This term describes a deliberate aesthetic choice to evoke the feeling of a previous era, typically from the mid-20th century. It differs from vintage, which refers to actual items produced in the past; retro can refer to brand new products designed to look old. It carries a sense of nostalgia and playful irony, often appearing in fashion, graphic design, and interior decorating.

As a noun, the word functions as a mass noun referring to the overall style or aesthetic. Because it describes a conceptual style rather than a discrete object, it is treated as uncountable and does not typically take a plural form.

Meanings

Adjectiveretro

Imitative of a style, fashion, or design from the recent past.

She decorated her apartment in a retro style with mid-century modern furniture.

Nounretro

A style or object that is consciously designed to look like it belongs to a previous era.

The cafe is full of 1950s retro, from the neon signs to the vinyl booths.

Examples

I love the retro feel of these old arcade games.

I love the retro feel of these old arcade games.

Trivia

That retro dress looks amazing on you.

That retro dress looks amazing on you.

Romance

He collects retro sneakers from the nineties.

He collects retro sneakers from the nineties.

The office has a very retro vibe with those orange walls.

The office has a very retro vibe with those orange walls.

Office

I want to buy a retro camera for my trip to Italy.

I want to buy a retro camera for my trip to Italy.

Travel

Everything about this hotel is pure retro.

Travel

She prefers a retro aesthetic for her digital art.

She prefers a retro aesthetic for her digital art.

Anime

The city center is full of shops selling retro clothing.

The city center is full of shops selling retro clothing.

Maybe I should try a more retro look for the party.

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