Give respite to late risers by keeping toast, well, toasty on the removable warming rack. Another perk: Check browning without hitting CANCEL with the “lift and look” feature.
Retro Style 2-Slice Toaster, $80; Russell Hobbs
Under 4 inches tall, it’s just the ticket for adding a hint of mid-century flair. It’s seriously old-school—spin the chrome ring to set.
Vintage Streamline Kitchen Timer, $25; Kikkerland
Need an excuse to splurge on a new stand mixer? This vivid hue, dubbed Bird of Paradise, is a 2018 exclusive. Save a few bucks (and still get plenty of power) with this mini version.
Artisan Mini 3.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, $430; KitchenAid
Finally, a glass-jar blender that allows you to ditch plastic without sacrificing your morning smoothie. Its 20-oz. capacity is ample enough to mix more than just drinks.
Proctor Silex Compact Blender, $25; Proctor Silex
Short on counter space? This 700W small wonder has a .7-cubic-foot capacity at less than 18 inches wide. It’s energy-saving, too, with a zero-power standby mode.
Daewoo Retro Microwave Oven, $90; Lowe’s
