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More than any image or sound, we are driven by the words we see. This is why so many restaurants in years past bore neon signs of simple words. A brightly-lit sign that read EAT or Coffee could be easily seen from the highway and got us thinking that we’re hungry or need a break. [...]
One of America’s most prolific artists, Norman Rockwell produced more than 4,000 paintings and illustrations. For 51 years he illustrated the Boy Scouts’ calendar, and also worked on classic books like Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. Rockwell’s most recognizable works, though, were his covers for The Saturday Evening Post. Three of America’s favorites are showcased [...]
From the Retro Planet Collection come these originally designed smartphone and tablet cases. Made of durable plastic, these cases were designed by the Retro Planet team, and printed in the USA. Openings are included for headphones, charger inputs, cameras and other key features, resulting in a custom fit for the iPhone 4 and 4s, iPhone [...]
Just in at Retro Planet are these exclusive-design coffee mugs. These ceramic, 10-ounce cups feature retro-themed artwork, including Mom’s Diner, Dad’s Garage and “Eat, Drink and Be Merry”. These are original designs from the Retro Planet Collection, which means you won’t find them anywhere else. Other designs include: Wham Bang Pow (comic book), Rusty Route [...]
Practical yet unique, a Pu Pu Platter with Hibachi can serve many purposes. The platter can be used as a serving dish or as a table centerpiece. Ideally, though, this baby is great for making s’mores, cooking appetizers, and flame-cooking meat. It’s great for get-togethers, and guests will enjoy cooking their own food to order. [...]
Ever since I’ve been spending Thanksgiving with my husband’s family we’ve given each other small, token gifts before we take to the dinner table. It started as my in-laws bringing us host gifts, and grew into a gift exchange. Since Thanksgiving Day is when we also setup the tree and decorate for December, these presents [...]
Just in at Retro Planet are these 14-inch double-ring neon clocks that will work anywhere you want a splash of well-lit color. These non-branded, retro-style clocks feature chrome bodies with outer neon rings that give a vibrant glow. The inner white rings light up the time, so you can see the hour from anywhere in [...]
One of the most recognizable symbols of classic Americana is the Route 66 road sign.The original Route 66 metal sign markers, made of embossed steel and enamel painted, were designed to last a lifetime. But the highway was all too soon de-certified in favor of Interstates and less scenic routes. > Read: The History of Route [...]
Accent rugs are a great way to bring together the design of just about any room or doorstep. They can be used as a focal point, or simply to add a splash of color. Depending on size and design, these kinds of rugs can be used in the living room, kitchen, bedroom or bathroom, and [...]
When the sweltering summer heat sets in, most enjoy cooling off with a nice, cold drink. Typical ice chests keep drinks cold for mere hours, leaving us with a bunch of cans floating in water. A new line of Coca-Cola coolers and mini fridges were designed for tight spaces and travel. With seven different models, [...]
Nothing says Americana like red, white and blue diner mugs. Retro Planet’s latest sets of old-fashioned diner & coffee shop mugs feature thick-walled, heavy-duty vessels keep coffee, tea and hot chocolate hot – just like the old days. Perfect for home, office, diner and restaurant, the lead-free mugs are safe for dishwasher and microwave, and [...]
In April 2012, Retro Planet launched an exclusive line of illuminated clocks. Sporting original, retro-style artwork, the timepieces were designed for the kitchen, garage, movie room and rec room. Encased in Lexan, they’re built to last a lifetime. For those on smaller budgets, the designs are now available with Acrylic lenses. Featuring a durable aluminum [...]
Retro Planet now offers physical gift cards. Available in amounts from $10 to $100, gift cards can be mailed directly to recipients at no additional charge. All physical cards are accompanied by a custom retro “Smile!” 4″ x 6″ holder and shopping flyer. Recipients may redeem cards online, or by calling a toll free number. And, [...]
Brewed in about 50 countries, Guinness – an Irish dry stout -is one of the most successful beer brands across the globe. It’s distinctive “burnt” flavor is a result of roasted, unmalted barley, it’s creamy head a result from mixing the beer with nitrogen when poured. In the 1930s, the company began advertising the beer [...]
