Smeg has turned the humble kettle into a nostalgic style statement - why every home needs one

Smeg's 50s Style Retro Kettle is bringing back the charm to our kitchens. It will quickly establish a spot at the heart of your kitchen — and it will do it with style too.

Growing up, we always had a whistling kettle at home. However, we also had a very busy house and an AGA, so we melted the whistle too many times to keep replacing it. Nonetheless, whistling kettles have always held a special place in my heart and, as evidenced by the immense popularity of Meghan Markle's whistling kettle and her homely kitchen accessories, I'm not the only one. If you're thinking of bringing one into your kitchen, can I recommend you check out Smeg's Whistling Kettle?

Everyone knows that Smeg makes the most beautiful nostalgic kitchen appliances, whether that's their pastel stand mixer or stylish blender, there's no end to what they offer. So, of course, it makes sense that they've transformed the humble kettle from a kitchen essential into a style icon. Alongside the revival of retro radios at home, you can add some more nostalgia to your kitchen by way of how you make your tea and coffee. It's a dream come true.

Everything you need to know about Smeg's Whistling Kettle

Priced at £119.95 and available on Smeg UK’s website, Smeg's Whistling Kettle not only gets the job done but does so with flair. It’s designed to sit pretty on your hob or gas cooker, and once the water reaches a boil, you’ll hear that familiar whistle. I love the simple style that takes coffee and tea back to its simple roots. You can't go wrong.

It's available in eight rich and glossy shades, from vintage cream to bold red and pastel pink. I'll get the practicalities in, as well as all the pretty extras that you need to know about.

When describing the launch of their kettle, Smeg says "we designed this to sit at the heart of the home. The kettle can be placed on any hob or cooker and, upon boiling, a familiar and comforting single tone whistling sound signals the hot water is ready – no plug-in required – ideal for the traditionalists amongst us."

They've made sure that the kettle is crafted from premium enamelled stainless steel with luxurious chrome and cool touch silicone handle. It's a stunning design statement.

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Smeg's retro style and charm doesn't stop there either. As part of their new launches, the brand has released kitchen scales. Offering both analogue and digital readings, the scales let you measure everything from flour to fruit with pinpoint precision. “Scales are essential for any keen home cook or baker,” says John Davies, Head of Marketing at Smeg. “By blending beautiful design with baking precision, they become an indispensable tool for those who value both style and accuracy.”

Smeg Retro Kitchen Scales: at £169.95 at Smeg

The scales are available in red, white, black, cream, pastel blue, and pastel green and are sold at Smeg stores. They're a very tempting investment.

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John Davies, Head of Marketing at Smeg explains, "we’ve always believed that functionality and style should go hand in hand, even when it comes to the smaller details in your kitchen. Our retro-inspired scales were developed as a natural continuation of our 50s Style small appliance range, which has proven incredibly popular around the world. We’d had a lot of requests from customers looking for those final finishing touches that match their Smeg kettle or toaster – something practical, but also beautiful enough to be left out on the counter. So the idea really grew from that demand: to offer a product that blends precision with personality."

Despite their vintage feel, Smeg’s scales are surprisingly versatile. They sit just as comfortably in a minimalist white kitchen as they do in a country-style space filled with warm woods and rustic touches. The key? Their joyful colour palette and iconic curved shape, which act as a gentle contrast to sharper, modern lines. “Whether you’re going for a clean, modern look and want a statement piece, or you’re styling a more traditional space, they fit right in,” John Davies, Head of Marketing at Smeg explains

At this point, I don't need much encouragement to invest in more Smeg for my kitchen. One you start, it's a slippery (but very stylish) slope. I've only read good things about the kettle and, quite frankly, my coffee station needed a style boost.