Swing into style with the very popular and updated look of the Fifties. Perhaps the appeal lies in memories of simpler times or the quest to incorporate unique items into the decor. Many of these exciting designs are based on a post-war era that brought new and shiny items into the home. Families rushed to replace worn-out furniture and manufacturers were pleased to provide a blend of cushiony vinyl with chrome. Sling chairs also came onto the scene and you'll see many modified versions here for an eclectic approach that remains tasteful.
Diners and drive-ins were among the many hangouts for kids and adults alike. With ice cream parlor styling, the chairs and tables in eating joints took on a life of their own and in time reached icon status. Today's inventions are exact descendants of those designs, only with stronger composites and a brand new host of colors that are exciting and pleasing for home or commercial locations. You can practically hear the coins jangling in the jukebox and the slide of a record onto the turntable.
There is a certain electric appeal as well in Fifties structuring. It brought a new wave of craftsmanship to the forefront. The familiar husband-and-wife team of Charles and Ray Eames made their statement, along with famously named chairs by Arne Jacobsen.
You can add a few select pieces to any decor or create a blended look with multiple furnishing choices. No more kitsch, though; it's all very trendy and sleek in terms of fabrics and framing. Keep primary colors in mind, along with big and bold geometric shapes.
The Fifties was truly a decade that spawned so many favorites. As you browse among our most popular items, you'll see that it's such an inspiring way to upgrade an old space or create an entirely new one!
Chrome chairs bring a retro finish to the forefront of design. Chachi, Fonzie and the rest of the gang would be right at home with the retro style furniture included here. Modernists will also find styles to delight. The characteristics of metal make this a solid choice. Metal construction offers opportunities to mix and match with other designs.
Products on this page:
Delray Dining Chair w Faux Black Suede Seat - Set of Two
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Wassily Contemporary Chrome Chair w White Leather
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Bertoia-style Wire Side Chair
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Stacking Chair - Superb Seat
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Stacking Dining Chair (White shown) - Set of 4
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Chrome Frame Carbon Chair w White Upholstered Leatherette Seat and Back
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Toledo Modern Chair w Upholstered Seat
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Modern Microfiber & Chrome Sombra Chair - Set of 2
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White Furia Leather Chairs - Set of 4
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Silver and Grey Reach Chair (Set of 2)
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Leather Side Chair set (4) - Marcello
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Somber Microfiber Black Office Conference Side Chair - Set of 2
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Bertoia-style Wire Diamond Chair
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Retro Style ABS Shell Chairs - Set of 4
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Carbon Chair w Chrome Frame Black Upholstered Leatherette Seat and Back
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Contemporary Swivel Club Chair in Black Leatherette Upholstery
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Chrome Finish Vinyl Wrapped Match Chair - Set of 2
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Set of Four Steel Chairs w Tubular Stacking Frames
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Escapist Stackable - Set of 4
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Al's V-Back Vinyl Upholstered Diner Chair w Aluminum Frame
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Black Furia Leather Chairs - Set of 4
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Chrome Diner Chair, Padded Seat, Contoured Back - Retro America
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Faux Leather Contemporary Club Chair w Round Design
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Grace Leather Side Chairs
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Protech Stacking Dining/Side Chair - Set of Four
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Leap Upholstered Dining Chair
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Contemporary Chrome - Wassily Chair
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Pluto Leatherette Seat and Chrome Base Contemporary Chair