9 Colorful Refrigerators That Will Give Your Kitchen a Boost of “Dopamine Decor”

Nina Derwin
Nina Derwin
Nina Derwin is a Brooklyn-based writer with a passion for the art of storytelling. In addition to writing articles for various clients and publications, Nina has written several episodes of scripted television for networks including Starz and Fox.
updated Mar 16, 2024
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A small kitchen with a bright blue SMEG fridge

When you think of kitchen appliances like refrigerators, you likely imagine stainless steel, white, and black façades. While these colors may be the norm, there’s no rule that you can’t go bold and colorful.

Adding a colorful fridge to your kitchen, dorm room, or even RV can instantly make the space feel dynamic, playful, and, depending on which model you choose, maybe even a little bit retro. In fact, for such an essential appliance, you might even want to lean into dopamine decor and try a vibrant fridge that makes you happy every time you look at it.

If you ever thought there were rules for what a refrigerator should look like, our favorite candy-colored refrigerators below prove that the possibilities are endless and no rules apply.

SMEG 50's Style Retro FAB 10 Refrigerator
$1,700

Made in Italy, the '50s-inspired refrigerator from SMEG comes in six colors, including this gorgeous pastel blue. The refrigerator has a compact freezer compartment, two adjustable glass shelves, a crisper drawer, and a bottle shelf, making it a great choice for small kitchens or wet bars.

$1,700 at Williams Sonoma
Galanz Retro Single Door Compact Refrigerator
$300

Galanz's retro refrigerator comes in the most joyful shade of mint green and features a vintage design. It has a can dispenser, door storage, a built-in freezer, and adjustable legs so you can make sure it stays stable, even on uneven surfaces.

$300 at Williams Sonoma
Frigidaire Pink Mini Portable Fridge
$50$38

Frigidaire's pink mini fridge is as functional as it is fun. It can chill up to six 12-ounce soda cans and has a removable shelf for your favorite snacks, too.

$38 at Amazon
Rocco The Super Smart Fridge
$1,495

Rocco's buzzy drink fridge comes in three super cute colors, including the happiest shade of bright yellow. It's got reversible racks, isolated cooling zones for different types of drinks, and it even allows you to see what's inside right from your iPhone.

$1,495 at Rocco
RCA Retro Blue 2-Door Refrigerator
$460

For a retro twist in an apartment or small kitchen, RCA's bright blue 2-door refrigerator is the perfect fit. It has a freezer on top and refrigerator on the bottom, plus a reversible door so you don't have to worry about it opening in the right direction.

$460 at Amazon
Bespoke 4-Door French Door Refrigerator
$3,399$2,399

Samsung's custom 4-door French door refrigerator comes in a ton of colors (including the loveliest shade of pastel pink) and has an extra-large capacity, making it the perfect choice for large households. It features customizable and changeable door panels, so you can set up your fridge however you'd like — there are more than 4,000 options!

$2,399 at Samsung
Orgo Products Arctic 15 Refrigerator
$120$60

This personal fridge is perfectly sized for dorm rooms, bedrooms, basements, and garages, and it comes in four saturated colors. It features a digital display and control panel, is energy efficient, and has both cooling and warming modes. It even has a carrying handle and car adapter, making it ultra portable!

$60 at Walmart
Equator Retro Refrigerator-Freezer Set
$2,299

Equator's bold fridge and freezer set feels like taking a trip back in time. The fiery red color is eye-catching, as are the French doors, but it also features plenty of modern features, like interior LED lighting and electronic temperature control.

$2,299 at Home Depot
Unique Appliances Classic Retro Refrigerator
$900

This turquoise refrigerator blends fun, functionality, and style in a package perfectly suited to small kitchens, apartments, and dorms. It's got a refrigerator on the top and a freezer on the bottom, plus it's ENERGY STAR certified for energy efficiency.

$900 at Home Depot

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