{"id":313,"date":"2015-04-18T17:02:28","date_gmt":"2015-04-18T17:02:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/?p=313"},"modified":"2025-09-16T15:57:40","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T14:57:40","slug":"class-of-retro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/class-of-retro\/","title":{"rendered":"The School Class of Retro Furniture"},"content":{"rendered":"

Good Morning Class of 2015, and welcome to The School of Smithers!<\/p>\n

This morning we\u2019re going back to basics\u2014so sharpen those pencils, tuck in your shirts (or don\u2019t), and prepare to revise your A, B, C\u2019s. We\u2019ll be covering everything from our boldest funky retro furniture<\/a> to the kind of quirky gifts<\/a> that raise eyebrows\u2014and pulses.<\/p>\n

And yes, we\u2019ll be touching on the brightest topic of all: neon signs<\/a>. If your space isn\u2019t glowing with attitude, consider this your warning slip.<\/p>\n

Those of you found lacking in quirkiness may have to stay behind and face detention in the Neon Lab<\/a>. So eyes down, fingers on lips, and let\u2019s begin\u2014Smithers style.<\/p>\n

A – is for Aviator Furniture\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

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Smithers straight A collection of handmade aviator furniture<\/strong><\/a> with an obvious nod towards air travel. To most people the sky is the limit. To those who love aviation, the sky is home. For those who live by this rule of thumb, our super cool aircraft collection really is an absolute must have to ensure Top Gun status<\/a>. Handmade from aluminium, leather and wood, solid quality doesn’t come much higher than this.<\/p>\n

B – Bathroom\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Give Your Bathroom Some Edge<\/h3>\n

Think copper is just for old pipes and fancy kettles? Think again. Our Copper Bathroom Accessories<\/strong><\/a> bring hotel-grade style to your home \u2014 minus the five-star price tag. This isn\u2019t real copper (shhh… we won\u2019t tell if you don\u2019t), but it looks the part and then some.<\/p>\n

From concrete-copper soap dishes to matching tumblers, it\u2019s all about that cool, refined edge \u2014 perfect for giving<\/a> your sink space some serious swagger.\"alt="copper<\/a><\/p>\n

Or the Fire Dept Bookshelf<\/a> to be precise. The newest chapter to\u00a0Smithers and a smoking hot piece in any room! Handmade from cedar wood and cast\u00a0iron, the Fire Dept Ladder Bookshelf is a blazing addition to your book collection! Perfect adult statement piece or equally fun in your little people’s space.\"unique-bedroom-furniture\"<\/a><\/p>\n

C is for Chesterfield Sofas<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Classic? Yes. Predictable? Never. At Smithers, our Chesterfield sofas<\/strong><\/a> bring all the tufted charm of tradition\u2014then rough it up with raw leather, bold colours, or industrial swagger. These aren\u2019t your nan\u2019s sofas (unless your nan\u2019s a total legend).<\/p>\n

From deep-buttoned chesterfield<\/a> velvet to vintage-style distressed leather, every piece has character, comfort, and just enough attitude to earn a gold star in design class.<\/p>\n

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D – is for an International footballer<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Uber stylish French fella<\/a>, daring hairstyle experimenter and Smither’s very first famous football client. J’adore Djibril Ciss\u00e8<\/a><\/p>\n

E – is for Exclusive.<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Have you ever looked up this word in the dictionary? If you\u00a0have, you will have also found sole, unique, only, individual, personal. Smithers pride themselves on providing only the best exclusive items that’s are as\u00a0unique as the individual buying them.<\/p>\n

F \u00a0– is for Funky<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Funky is our middle name. We have a varied taste in Antique style that boasts funk with modern day living for the customer that loves a bit of funky in there home or work place!<\/p>\n

G – is for Gifts. <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Birthday, Wedding, Anniversary, Thank You, I Love You, I’m Sorry,\u00a0Good Luck, Goodbye or even Help Me Out The Dog House – whatever the occasion,\u00a0whoever the recipient – Smithers has the perfect gift<\/a> for every one of them!<\/p>\n

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H – is for Hulk Comic Chair, <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

The Comic Strip decoupage Collection is a big part of\u00a0Smithers and one very close to my heart. Having grown up on a diet of all things\u00a0Marvel<\/a>, it’s now a sheer joy to sit and watch these films, especially The Hulk<\/a> with\u00a0my own little boy Master Teddie Smithers! H was only ever going to be for Hulk – a\u00a0firm favourite in the Smithers household and hopefully in yours too with this comic\u00a0strip cool chair.<\/p>\n

I – is for Industrial. <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

The I in Smithers stands for Industrial. Without, this letter, the word would not make sense – the same concept applies to our business ethos. Smithers is all about providing high quality industrial furniture<\/a> that have been given a new lease of life since their working days came to an end. If you’re after something with guts and shabby shit just ain’t your bag, our Industrial Collection is where you need to be!<\/p>\n

J is for James Dean \u2013 The Original Rebel With a Wall-Worthy Cause<\/h2>\n

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Before leather jackets were mass-produced and brooding became a brand, there was James Dean<\/strong>. Hollywood\u2019s eternal outsider, the poster boy for cool, and the man who could say everything with a stare and a cigarette.At Smithers, we don\u2019t just sell wall art \u2014 we sell attitude<\/em>. And our James Dean wall art<\/strong> (a.k.a. “James Ean<\/a>” if your fingers type like a greaser on speed) captures that raw, cinematic energy that made Dean immortal.<\/p>\n

Set in a noir dream caf\u00e9 with Elvis, Marilyn Monroe<\/strong>, and Humphrey Bogart<\/strong>, Java Dreams<\/em> is more than a print \u2014 it’s a time machine to rock ‘n’ roll rebellion.<\/p>\n

Whether you’re curating a retro home bar, a moody bedroom, or just need a dose of Dean\u2019s untouchable energy in your sanctuary<\/a>, this one\u2019s a head-turner.<\/p>\n

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Pop culture royalty, framed and ready to steal your wall.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

K – is for Kryptonite.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Superhero Cushions from DC COMICS\u00a0showcasing\u00a0Superman, Handmade from silk in comic book printed fabric.Our Superhero Cushions are officially licensed and make the\u00a0perfect retro gift<\/a>\u00a0for any diehard\u00a0comic book fans<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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L – is for Lots Road Auction House. <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Every Sunday since 1979, Lots Road Auctions<\/a> has allowed its visitors the chance to escape from every day life into an extensive collection of wonders from throughout history. Smithers are overjoyed to be part of that brilliant concept this coming Sunday 19th April. Why not brighten up your weekend and spend your Sunday in Chelsea at this fabulous home of eclectic goods?!Smithers have a large range of Aviator products including Table Lamps, Leather Swivel Chairs, and Writing Desks being showcased, along with our Zebra Wall Mounted<\/a> and Batman Comic Chests. The Royal British Legion Military Band will be providing Pomp and Ceremony from 11.15am and if you want to add a touch of eccentricity and quirk to your home, this is the place to be.<\/p>\n

M – is for <\/strong><\/em>Man Cave<\/a><\/strong>. <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Here at Smithers, we believe it should be every mans God given right to have access to their own space to unwind, talk shite, relax, watch crap, pass wind and generally escape the toils of life! Be it man cave<\/a>, shed or den or bolt hole – Smithers will help you to get the most from your man cave and make it a super cool space you just can’t function without.\"Lambretta\"<\/a><\/p>\n

N is for Nursing Chair<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When style meets snuggle, you get one of our most popular picks\u2014rocking chairs that double as breastfeeding thrones<\/strong><\/a>. These aren\u2019t your average nursing seats. From boucle-wrapped comfort like the Teddy Bear Rocker<\/a> to sleek Scandi shapes in soft grey velvet, our collection is built for long feeds and lazy evenings.<\/p>\n

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Looking to create the perfect nursery setup? Check out our guide to choosing the ideal nursery chair for breastfeeding<\/a>\u2014complete with styling tips, comfort hacks, and how to pick one that actually looks good in your home.<\/p>\n

O – is for Oh bollocks!! OR Quirky ornaments<\/em><\/h2>\n

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O for ornament<\/a>? The two words most regularly uttered by Mr Smithers when someone knocks one off a shelf. Apologies in advance. From pineapples wearing sunglasses to flamingos that wouldn\u2019t look out of place in a David Lynch film, our quirky ornaments<\/a> are anything but ordinary. They\u2019re weird, wonderful, and unapologetically Smithers<\/a>. Pop one in your lounge, gift one to a mate, or just start a collection that makes guests go \u201cWhat the hell is that<\/em>?\u201d<\/p>\n

P – is for Personal.<\/em><\/h2>\n

We prefer to work with people rather than facts and figures<\/a>,\u00a0and whilst our techno world doesn’t always make this the easiest option, for us at\u00a0Smithers<\/a>, it’s the only option. Having spent more time than I care to recall in shops where assistants barely engage\u00a0in eye contact, Smithers pride themselves on going the extra mile and offering a\u00a0personal service catered purely to the individual.<\/p>\n

Q – is for Quirky.<\/em><\/h2>\n

In the dictionary you will also find odd, unusual, eccentric, curious, peculiar, fanciful, unpredictable, whimsical and offbeat quirky furniture<\/a>. Here at Smithers, we approve of them all and strive to bring the very best of quirk to you!<\/p>\n

R – is for Retro.<\/em><\/h2>\n

The word retro actually comes from the Latin prefix retro –\u00a0meaning backwards or in past times which would easily explain how retro style refers\u00a0to trends of a bygone era. Smithers loves nothing more than stumbling across a\u00a0quirky new piece with a retro twist.\"old<\/a><\/p>\n

S – is for Stamford.<\/em> <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Beautiful, little market town, voted the best place to live in\u00a0Britain and home to Smithers<\/a>. Having travelled the world, there’s no other place\u00a0we’d rather call home!<\/p>\n

T is for Hanging Tent Cacoon<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Homework? Forget it. We\u2019re hanging out in style. Our Cacoon hanging tents<\/strong><\/a> turn any garden, balcony, or boho den into a suspended sanctuary. It\u2019s part swing chair, part treehouse, part grown-up escape pod\u2014with room for one or two rebellious souls.<\/p>\n

Available in bold colours and built for comfort, it\u2019s the kind of quirky luxury that makes neighbours jealous and design lovers swoon. Don\u2019t just sit\u2014suspend your disbelief.<\/p>\n

\"alt="Cacoon<\/p>\n

U – is for Upcycled.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In a materialistic world that discards supposed waste without a second thought, Smithers pride themselves on selling a vast amount of Upcycled furniture<\/a>. Items that had once been deemed as useless or no longer required are given a new lease of life and transformed to a whole new level of stylish necessity! Creativity is making the marvellous out of the discarded.<\/p>\n

V – is for Vintage. <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Vintage is the definition of high quality, prime, superior, select, best or the time that something of quality was produced.\u00a0 Whether it’s a true vintage gift<\/a>, or an item that’s been given a vintage twist – the Smithers quality is always of the highest standard.<\/p>\n

\"vintage-whiskey-bar-wall-sign\"<\/a>W – is for Whiskey Bar Sign<\/a>. <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

Smithers believe what whiskey will not cure, there is no cure for!
\nOur distressed aluminium Whiskey Bar Sign is a must have for any man cave malt drinker!!<\/p>\n

X – is for X-Ray. <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

That would be the X-Ray that was required when I dropped a New York Loft Dining Table<\/a> on my foot! Proof that our products are solid, heavy and well made. This almost made it into the O for Oh bollocks category but I fear my language may have gone up a level on this occasion!<\/p>\n

Y – is for Yes! <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

It’s not just for the Man<\/a> from Del Monte – at Smithers we strive for all that is yes and believe everything and anything is possible!\u00a0 No, nope, never, no way and absolutely not just aren’t on our radar!\"Zebra-for-home\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Z – is for Zebra. <\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n

If you can talk the stripes off a wall mounted zebra<\/a>\u00a0or want to add a touch of Africa to your space, then our handmade Wall hanging Zebra is the perfect monogram species for you. A guaranteed conversation starter and no food or water required! Win win in our book!<\/p>\n

I do hope you’ve been taking notes. Revision is a must to ensure you achieve the highest standard of style and quirk! For those of you in need of further help, please come and find me after class.<\/p>\n

Visit the online store at www.smithersofstamford.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Until next time, CLASS DISMISSED!!<\/p>\n

Mr Smithers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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