25 Beautiful Retro-Themed Web Designs
When we think of old or vintage, we automatically relate it to something that is cracked, dry and ready to drop. But something old can be beautiful. Just look at the retro-themed websites that we are featuring in this post and you will surely agree with us on this one. The use of retro look in web design continues to be a favorite among some designers and is expected to further expand in 2010 as designers find more and more ways to honor vintage art. Although not as popular as Web 2.0 or the grunge style, the use of retro style can result to websites that are unique and attractive. These websites therefore stand out because they look different from the millions of other websites using the Web 2.0 and grunge style. Retro Web Designs make use of design elements like old-fashioned motifs, personalities from the past, trends and objects that had part of people’s lives in the past. That is why retro style is effective not just because they stand out but also because they appeal to people’s emotions, which is good in terms of winning the heart of your target audience. In marketing or product branding, the retro style tends to communicate the message via the emotions since the use of retro design elements creates nostalgic feelings and awaken the emotions of your target audience or market.
If you are a designer and in the process of creating a retro-themed web design, then it is worthwhile to look at the approach that other designers are using in creating retro web designs. Here are 33 beautiful retro-themed websites for your inspiration. You can visit the websites by clicking on the preview link below the preview image.
If you find this post interesting, then you might also be interested to check our earlier posts:
RETRO WEB DESIGNS
Retro Web Design 01: Thrush (thrushexhaust.com)
Making hot rods hotter since 1966. Thrush is a brand of mufflers for hot rod enthusiasts. Hot rodding is a growing industry today, yet its roots trace back to the Post-War 1940s.
Retro Web Design 02: Level 2 Design (level2d.com/)
Level 2 Design is a full service web and print design company based in Tennessee.
Retro Web Design 03:Xocolatl (xocolatl.co.nz)
Xocolatl is an online chocolate boutique where you can order fabulous mousse cakes, handmade ice cream, iced chocolates. If you are in New Zealand, you can also drop by their at 203 Fendalton Rd, Fendalton, Christchurch nad try one of the seventeen varieties of hot chocolate that that they offer.
Retro Web Design 04: Devotchka (devotchka.net)
DeVotchKa is a four piece multi-instrumental and vocal ensemble that fuses Romani, Greek, Slavic, Bolero, Mariachi music with American punk and folk roots. They take their name from the Russian word ‘devotchka’ (???????), meaning “young girl”.
Retro Web Design 05: Kretivia (kretivia.com)
Kretivia is a new new media production agency that specializes in designing web, print, and multimedia solutions.
Retro Web Design 06: Homes at Edgewater (homesatedgewater.com)
Live where others vacation. Nestled along the banks of the Columbia River, Edgewater offers security, serenity and a place to call home. Edgewater is a fully gated community with 24 hour surveillance and claims to offer more than just a home but a lifestyle.
Retro Web Design 07: Prahba (prahba.com)
Prahba is a creative agency that specializes in helping companies develop business image or corporate identity.
Retro Web Design 08: The New York Moon (radio.nymoon.com)
The New York Moon is an internet-based publication adhered to the lunar phases of the real waxing, waning moon. It is collection of experimental, reflective, and imaginative projects that unfold in any medium.
Retro Web Design 09: The Target Scope (targetscope.com)
Target Scope is a full-service integrated marketing firm composed of technology, communication and marketing specialists.
Retro Web Design 10: Team FannyPack (teamfannypack.com)
Retro Web Design 11: This By Them (thisbythem.com)
Retro Web Design 12: Thigpen Designs (thigpendesigns.com)
The personal website of designer/illustrator Scott Thigpen.
Retro Web Design 13: Linneaslights (linneaslights.com)
Retro Web Design 14:Singularity Concepts (singularityconcepts.com)
Retro Web Design 16: Cheesetique (cheesetique.com)
Retro Web Design 17: Klassiker in Acryl (klassiker-in-acryl.de)
Retro Web Design 18: Amelia Earhart (ameliaearhartbook.net)
Retro Web Design 19: Small Stone (smallstone.com)
Retro Web Design 20: Fortyseven Media (fortysevenmedia.com)
Retro Web Design 21: Tennessee Vacation (tnvacation.com)
Retro Web Design 22: Ready Photo Site (readyphotosite.com)
Retro Web Design 23: Blue Moon (bluemoonduelingpianobar)
Retro Web Design 24: Windrock Lodge (windrocklodge.com)
Retro Web Design 25: Media Boom (mediaboom.com)
Retro Design 26: The Blizzards (theblizzards.ie)
Retro Design 27: Sensi Soft (sensisoft.com)
Retro Design 28: Big Rig Creative (bigrigdesign.com)
Retro Design 29: Thunder Fuel (thunderfuel.com)
Retro Design 30: Cotton Seed Oil Tour (cottonseedoiltour.com)
Retro Design 31: ZZZ Drinks (zzz.drinkzzz.com)
Retro Design 32: Gary Nock (garynock.com)
Retro Design 33: Macs Beer (macsbeer.com)
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Thanks for this cool article , it is a extremely interesting read! What I like the most of your site is the simplicity of it, it is just stunning! I also got a site in the genre of design, it is not as good as yours but maybe you can drop by some time? It is mainly about Blogger/Logo Design, maybe you already know my site but I do not think so. Last but not least, ones again thanks about this cool article and keep up the good work!
A cool collection of retro sites, can I add mine to the list, it’s possibly not quite as cool as the ones above but I’m prroud of it all the same.
Great collections! This is a good source of inspiration for my next design assignment. Thanks.