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Old fashioned alarm clock bulk12/27/2023 But the alarm and the ‘glow in the dark’ hands throws in the all-important functionality. It’s the style that sells it, especially if you want an affordable finishing touch for your retro bedroom. Personally, I love the green one here but do have a look at the rest. This cutesy 1950s-inspired clock is another design that comes in plenty of retro shades. Just £15 from the outlet, which is much cheaper than the original shelf price.ĩ. A design statement as well as an alarm clock. I love this one, with its eye-catching case, bubble case and bold digits. In there is the ‘Bubble’ design for your bedside. There is a Newgate outlet on eBay, offering ex-display and factory seconds for knockdown prices. Remember I said there were some Newgate alarm clocks that were no longer available? This is one of them. Again, a non-ticking clock, one that also has a nightlight and of course, an alarm for getting you out of bed. Just £13.95 if you want one.Ĭlassy and classic, this circular clock is less kitsch than some of the designs here and looks like a premium piece despite the price tag.Ī round clock with modernist digits and plenty of colours to choose from. But there’s no law against having this by your own bedside. I know, more of a kids piece than an adult clock. Grippy hands too, if you can think of a use for those. That clock operates silently, packs an alarm and when the alarm rings, the lights in the eyes start to flash. Not least because there is more to it than initially meets the eye.Ī robot that looks like something out of a 1950s sci-fi movie holds the clock within its body and one that is available in three different finishes. One of the pricier clocks in the rundown, but at £45, still not out of the question. The design is consistent across all, with the floral shape and quirky retro digits on the face. But this is a mini clock for your bedside.ĭon’t worry about the yellow, there are plenty of other colours available. It looks like it might be a wall clock from the picture above. Retro Dandelion alarm clock by Orla Kiely If you want one get it directly from the maker in a number of shades for £23.95.įind out more at the London Clock Company websiteĥ. A silent sweep movement too, as well as the alarm of course. It works a treat too.Ī retro shape and colour are the first things to point out, holding a more minimalist face broken up by the dark hands. Retro style meets Scandi-style minimalism. Finn alarm clock by the London Clock Company But no ticking, if that kind of thing annoys you.Ĥ. A retro graphic dial, a moving hammer and twin-bell alarm included. Of course, this one also comes with the Newgate know-how as well as a big range of colourful casings to choose from. The round alarm clock with the big bells on top. This is Newgate’s take on a classic silhouette. Newgate’s range constantly changes and a couple of clocks I had bookmarked for this round-up are no longer available. Well, one other thing, which is the price. £16.95 if you want one of those.įind out more at the Not On The High Street websiteĮven cheaper than the one above is this one at Debenhams.Ī couple of colour options, a square shape with curved edges, a retro face and alarm functionality. Some lovely retro shades here.Īs for the clock itself, it ticks, has a button on top to active and deactivate the alarm and is small enough for most bedside tables, but bold enough to catch the eye. One common thing amongst most of these clocks is a wide colour choice – and this one is no exception. I have seen a couple of variations of this design, but I’m opting for the colourful selection here. Retro bakelite style alarm clock by Berylune Have a look, see if there’s anything here that catches your eye.ġ. Another benefit of kicking technology into touch. If you fancy going down that road I have picked out 10 examples that tick the ‘cute’ box and in most cases are also affordable pieces of design too. And maybe the sudden ring of a bell might give you the jolt you need in a morning. The glowing light of the digital clock or your phone isn’t necessarily a relaxing sight or a particularly good-looking piece of design for your bedside.Ī vintage-style clock with sweeping hands and perhaps a gentle tick might be just what you need. However, if you buy via one of the links it may be an affiliate and I may earn a small commission.ĭon’t want to wake to the sound of a buzz or a DJ? Then check out these 10 super cute retro alarm clocks for an eye-catching alternative. Note all articles are independently researched and written by myself.
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