Retro chic interior

What is a retro interior?

Retro chic is an interior trend that combines classic elements from the 1960s and ’70s with modern, luxurious touches. This style plays with warm colours, rounded shapes and vintage furniture, complemented by elegant materials like velvet. The result is a cosy interior that feels both nostalgic and contemporary.

Your home in retro chic style

As with any interior trend, you have plenty of freedom when decorating your living or dining room. You are the architect of your own ground floor, and you decide exactly how to blend the styles.

So, which elements do we often see in a retro chic interior? One thing that stands out is the use of rounded shapes in furniture. That doesn’t necessarily mean a round dining table, it could also be found in the finishing of a tabletop. There are many ways to incorporate soft lines. Think, for example, of a lovely set of coffee tables or a sofa or lounge chair without sharp corners.

Retro chic colours

Shapes are important, but so are colours! Retro chic gives you the freedom to mix and match as you like. Popular colours in this style include deep blue, various shades of green and cognac. You will also often see classic retro hues like yellow, orange and brown. Timeless choices that always work well in a retro-inspired home.

Don’t think in boxes, think in possibilities. At Table du Sud, we create custom pieces, which means there’s always a combination of materials and colours that fits your style perfectly. Especially when it comes to dining chairs and sofas, you’ll find an incredible range of options.

Tip: how about a velvet sofa? It’s the perfect eye-catcher in a retro chic setting!

Retro chic furniture

Retro chic gives you the freedom to play with both retro and vintage influences. When it comes to furniture that suits this style, you’ll find a wide variety of designs. That means you can really go in any direction. Think of low sideboards, round or oval dining tables and ceramic coffee tables. Struggling to picture what a retro chic interior might look like? On our 2026 interior trends page, you’ll discover the trend ‘Classics reimagined’. There, we share some inspiring suggestions that fit perfectly in a retro chic space!

Retro chic materials

Oak wood is a staple in many retro chic interiors. It’s easy to incorporate into your living or dining room by choosing an oak base. In the dining room, for example, with a table made of oak or walnut, or in the living room with a stylish coffee table.

When it comes to materials and finishes, lived-in oak has an edge. The visible knots create a natural, authentic look. In terms of colour, both the warm, natural tones of walnut and the deep brown shades of oak are beautiful options. In our 3D-configurator, you’ll find shades like ‘Walnut’ and ‘Winter'. Perfect for a retro chic feel.

What’s the difference between retro and vintage?

The terms retro and vintage are often used interchangeably and have very similar meanings. We understand this can be confusing, making it hard to know exactly what to look for. That’s why we’re happy to explain it for you.

Retro furniture and accessories are relatively new items made in the style of the past. For example, a retro dining chair might look like it’s from 1967, but in reality, it could be only a few years old.

Vintage furniture and accessories, on the other hand, are truly old and have already lived a life. We generally consider something vintage when it’s at least 20 to 30 years old.