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vintage design

[ˈvɪn.tɪdʒ dɪˈzaɪn]
nounpl: vintage designs
design vintage
1. A style of design that imitates or recreates the aesthetic and characteristics of a previous era, typically from several decades ago
The interior designer incorporated vintage design elements from the 1950s into the modern kitchen.
A designer de interiores incorporou elementos de design vintage dos anos 1950 na cozinha moderna.
2. Original design work from a specific past period that is valued for its historical significance and aesthetic appeal
Collectors seek authentic vintage design pieces from renowned designers of the mid-twentieth century.
Colecionadores procuram peças autênticas de design vintage de designers renomados do meio do século vinte.
NYC Slang
retro vibes
Synonyms
retro designperiod designantique designclassic design
Antonyms
contemporary designmodern designminimalist designfuturistic design

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
design vintage
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese; often used in fashion and interior design contexts
São Paulo
design retrô
Alternative term sometimes used in design industry circles
Portugal
design vintage
European Portuguese uses the same term; often associated with sustainability and second-hand culture
Rio de Janeiro
design vintage
Commonly used in fashion and cultural contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

back in time
old school style
throwback aesthetic
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