What is retro?

When we talk about retro, we often talk about a feeling, nostalgia or something you look back on. A retro object cannot be fixed to an era or expiration like vintage and antique.

A retro object can also be news. For example, a new product that imitates a retro look and looks as much like the 'old' as possible. Think of a mini cooper car. These cars have been made for decades and have not changed much in design. This makes the mini cooper made in the 80s retro and makes a mini cooper made in 2020 a retro imitation.