Vintage Oscillating Fans

An oscillating fan is still a big seller at most retailers, but they all look very similar. If you want to do something a little different for your oscillating fan needs, perhaps a retro fan is a little more to your liking. We have plenty of them to choose from and yours is just waiting for you in this collection.

Adjustable Floor Fan

Adjustable Floor Fan

$1158

Adjustable Floor Fan

Gracie Oaks

$1158

Perfect For: Staying cool and comfortable, especially during hot summer days

What We Like: Powerful airflow with multiple speed options

The adjustable floor fan is designed to provide exceptional cooling and air circulation in any living space. With its multiple speed settings, you can easily customize the airflow to suit your needs. The fan's adjustable height and tilt options allow for optimal air distribution and directional control, making it the perfect addition to any room in your home or office. Its compact design and easy portability mean you can use it anywhere, anytime, ensuring that you are always comfortably cool.

Designer Advice:

Place the fan in an area that allows for optimal airflow throughout the room, such as in a corner or near a doorway. Consider using it alongside an air conditioner for maximum cooling efficiency.

Adjustable Oscillating Floor Fan

Adjustable Oscillating Floor Fan

$147.74

Adjustable Oscillating Floor Fan

Topcraft

$147.74

Perfect For: Keeping cool and improving air circulation in any room

What We Like: Versatile oscillating and stationary modes

This adjustable oscillating floor fan offers both oscillating and stationary modes, allowing you to customize its functionality based on your preferences. With an easy-to-use adjustment mechanism, you can simply loosen and move the stand up or down to achieve the desired height, ensuring that it meets your exact needs. The fan's ability to oscillate promotes better air circulation while keeping you cool, making it perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, or home offices.

Designer Advice:

Place the fan in a corner or near a window to maximize air circulation and create a refreshing breeze throughout the room, especially during warmer months.

Retro 5" Personal USB Fan

Retro 5" Personal USB Fan

$29.3

Retro 5" Personal USB Fan

OceanAire HomeGoods

$29.3

Perfect For: Office environments and vintage decor enthusiasts

What We Like: The whisper-quiet operation and intricate design

Hunter's retro 5" personal USB fan is a throwback to a bygone era, melding meticulous craftsmanship with modern performance and efficiency. This fan is powered by a 5W DC motor, ensuring a silent operation that won't disrupt your workplace. Compatible with computers, laptops, power banks, and multi-port chargers, it can be easily connected via USB A outlets, bringing a cool breeze to any office space or personal nook.

Designer Advice:

Place it near your workstation or on your desk for optimal cooling, and pair it with vintage-inspired accessories to create a unique and nostalgic atmosphere in your space.

Wall Mounted Antique Oscillating Fan

Wall Mounted Antique Oscillating Fan

$259.99 $438

Wall Mounted Antique Oscillating Fan

Longshore Tides

$259.99 $438

If your room lacks a ceiling fan, but could still benefit from the airflow one provides, you can consider installing a wall mounted oscillating fan instead. This antique-inspired fan measures 21 inches in diameter and has three large blades to easily move air throughout the room. 

Designer Advice:

We love the aged bronze patina on this wall mounted oscillating fan, but it can also be found in a sleek stainless steel coloring as well. The aged bronze coloring really helps bring an antique feeling to the room, and both colorations can fit into a wide range of different decor styles.

Retro Style 16" Pedestal Stand Fan

Retro Style 16" Pedestal Stand Fan

Retro Style 16" Pedestal Stand Fan

OceanAire HomeGoods

Perfect For: Cooling any room in your home with a touch of vintage charm

What We Like: Its powerful yet quiet performance and adjustable features

This Retro Style 16" Pedestal Stand Fan offers quality craftsmanship with exceptional performance in a portable size, suitable for every room. Equipped with a powerful, three-speed motor, it delivers maximum airflow while keeping noise to a minimum. Boasting an all-metal construction, 85 degrees of smooth oscillation, adjustable tilt, and height, this fan makes cooling your space a breeze. Its brushed nickel designer finish adds a classic touch to the interior.

Designer Advice:

To enhance the vintage vibe, pair the fan with a mix of modern and antique furniture pieces, creating a unique and stylish focal point in your living space.

Stylish Vintage Oscillating Fan

Stylish Vintage Oscillating Fan

Stylish Vintage Oscillating Fan

Astoria Grand

Standing up to 49 inches tall, this stylish vintage style floor fan has a decorative base pole that resembles lamp posts of the olden days. You’ll never deal with stale air again with this 17 inch diameter copper colored oscillating floor fan moving air around your room or patio.

Copper or Silver Retro Oscillating Fan

Copper or Silver Retro Oscillating Fan

Copper or Silver Retro Oscillating Fan

Red Barrel Studio®

This floor height fan brings images of old-timey days to mind, with its all steel cage construction and four steel blades. Keeping a gentle breeze moving throughout your home is the main task of this floor fan, and it does it well. It’s available in two distinct colorations including stainless steel, or copper patina.

Designer Advice:

Standing at a maximum height of 49 inches tall, this fan can be a perfect addition to any room in your home. The diameter of the blade cage is just over 18 inches and the large floor base will keep this upright fan securely standing in case it gets bumped.

12" Retro Table Fan

12" Retro Table Fan

12" Retro Table Fan

OceanAire HomeGoods

Perfect For: Enhancing your home's comfort and aesthetics

What We Like: The combination of style and performance in a portable package

This 12" retro table fan boasts a stunning vintage design and impressive performance. Its powerful 3-speed motor ensures maximum airflow, making it an ideal cooling solution for any room in your home. The fan's durable craftsmanship and portability make it a reliable choice for both indoor and outdoor use, catering to your diverse cooling needs. Its chic design adds a touch of sophistication to any space, blending aesthetics and functionality effortlessly.

Designer Advice:

Place the fan on a side table or shelf, angling it toward areas where you typically spend time, such as a sofa or a desk. This will optimize airflow and create a refreshing ambiance for work or relaxation.

Attractive Reproduction Vintage Fans

Attractive Reproduction Vintage Fans

Attractive Reproduction Vintage Fans

Alcott Hill®

Looking like something out of an old private investigator movie, this reproduction vintage desk fan can be found in both stainless steel or copper colorations. It measures 19 inches tall and 11 inches in diameter to provide a gentle oscillating breeze throughout your office or any room in your home.

Designer Advice:

We love the sleek and stylish design on this four-bladed oscillating desk fan. The 9 inch diameter base offers a large area to prevent tipping and includes multiple rubber feet to prevent scratches on any surface you place it atop. It’s great for use in an office, den, kitchen, or any other room that needs a gentle breeze to prevent stagnant air.

Eye Catching Old Style Fan

Eye Catching Old Style Fan

Eye Catching Old Style Fan

OceanAire HomeGoods

Available in three unique colorations including brushed nickel, onyx copper, and oil rubbed bronze, you’ll find this old-style desk fan is perfect for any room in your home. Measuring just under 18 inches tall and just over 13 inches in diameter, the four bladed design can easily move air throughout the room.

Elegant Old Fashioned Fan for Desks

Elegant Old Fashioned Fan for Desks

Elegant Old Fashioned Fan for Desks

Homevision Technology

Standing 18 inches tall, this steel desk fan offers an old fashioned vibe to any room you place it in. If you are looking for a vintage or retro style for your existing decor, this fan can fit the bill. The fan cage measures 13 inches in diameter and houses 5 steel blades to provide three speeds of airflow.

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