Retrotyyliä
Retrotyyliä, literally "retro style," is an aesthetic that draws on design, fashion, architecture, and cultural elements from past decades, especially the mid‑20th century. The term is widely used in Finland to describe visual and cultural references to eras such as the 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, often blended with contemporary sensibilities.
The retro movement emerged in the late 20th century as a reaction against the uniformity of postwar
In fashion, retrotyyliä is evident in the resurgence of vintage silhouettes, such as wide‑sleeve blouses, high‑waisted
Music and popular culture frequently embrace retro elements, for example through the use of vinyl records,
Overall, retrotyyliä functions as both a homage to historical design principles and a contemporary statement, marrying