12 Wow-Worthy Retro Photoshoot Ideas

Interested in unique retro photoshoot ideas? Unlike vintage, which is from an authentic time period, retro only imitates the style of the past. Peerspace has venues to rent in thousands of cities and towns across the US that are perfect for you to realize your retro photoshoot ideas. And if you need a retro wardrobe to match the retro vibe of the venues, don’t hesitate to call the Peerspace Concierge Service. This team will find you everything you need for the perfect retro photoshoot. Take a look at these 12 wow-worthy retro photoshoot ideas in venues on Peerspace and get excited to start planning your own retro photoshoot.

1. Dallas retro

The Retro House in Dallas, Texas is decorated completely in 1970s style. What a fantastic venue for a retro photoshoot! It features “comfortable beds, a fully equipped kitchen, stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer. Lots of natural light and unique “Retro” mural art.” 

2. Nashville retro

The Retro-chic House of Glamour in Nashville, Tennessee is a “historic pink home on the outside and glamorous retro paradise on the inside. Hollywood Regency mystique paired with 1970s opulence creates an aura that transcends ordinary space and time. Distinguishing features include: unique vintage sofas, 11ft ceilings with chandeliers in every room, multiple wallpaper backdrops and painted walls, bedroom with furry red walls, vintage 10ft standing gold cage, round 84″ red velvet bed from 1975”. This is the perfect venue to live out your retro photoshoot ideas.

3. Atlanta retro

This Modern Retro 1970’s Loft in Atlanta, Georgia is “A groovy, modern retro atmosphere perfect for any style of gathering! Our open loft space includes a spacious lobby, dance floor with a disco ball and best of all…our speakeasy style loft, Elton’s, with a city view!” This is your disco fantasy come to life and the perfect place to act out your retro photoshoot ideas.

4. Airstream retro

When was the last time you experienced furry walls? This Vintage 1963 Airstream Pale Pink Paradise in Nashville, Tennessee is a “dreamy retro camper. Pale pink ceiling and furry walls with gold accents throughout reminiscent of Jayne Mansfield’s former home. It is uniquely curated vintage decor at every turn in this gem!” 

5. Orlando retro

The Funkatorium is a funky retro home with murals and art in Orlando, Florida. Per the description, it “is a creative outlet full of funky murals, vintage couches, disco balls, chandeliers, and even a fish tank inside of an old school television. The space is vibrant and colorful, a mix of mid-century modern, transitionalism, and contemporary designs. Every room has its own unique vibe, allowing for a range of settings for a photoshoot.”

6. More Dallas retro

This Swanky Retro House in Dallas, Texas has lots of retro details: “The space features retro decor from top to bottom. The living room features wood panel walls and over the top colored wallpaper accompanied with a swanky striped couch, assorted wall art, an old box set TV and long dramatic drapery. And lastly a unique lemon & lime colored 70s style kitchen that’s sure to pop in any photo”. This venue is a perfectly curated retro environment in which to bring your retro photoshoot ideas to life.

7. Milwaukee retro

Our Itty-Bitty Bay View Bungalow in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a retro tiny house that is perfect down to every detail in a super tiny 1000 square feet of space.

8. Retro Palm Springs (in Indiana)

This Retro Palm Springs Bungalow is actually in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is an “eclectic mid-century modern inspired bungalow that is sure to make you feel like you’re on vacation! The upstairs boasts two bedrooms, a full bath, an open concept kitchen/dining room & living room, and a tiki bar three-seasons room that leads to a private patio and fenced in backyard.” 

9. Retro arcade

This Retro arcade is a 1980s/90s vintage video and pinball arcade and game room in Lombard, Illinois that takes the arcade lover back to the days of his or her youth. It features “50 games from the 1980s and 1990s, including pinball, video arcade machines, air hockey, basketball, foosball, and Skee-Ball.” All the games are in excellent working order.

10.  Mid-century retro

This 1958 Mid-century Modern House on 3 Acres in Coleman, Texas is called Stardust Retreat. It “consists of two separate homes, both of which were built in the mid 20th century and retain all of that fun, gorgeous retro style. Truly a time capsule into a bygone day, this is one of the most unique architectural wonders you’ll ever experience. It’s like stepping onto the set of Mad Men!” With so many authentic details from 1958, you may feel like you’ve stepped into another world entirely.

11. NYC restaurant retro

This Pink Restaurant Retro Cute Space in New York City “has a bar and pink banquettes. It’s a very small 400sf and very unique and charming. The space was inspired by the Memphis group and the pastel colors of the Italian riviera 80’s vibe retro–very cute, small, intimate, very pink space”. Now the challenge is to match the pink retro food to the pink retro space! Also the pink retro wardrobe of the waiters and the cooks!

12. West Hollywood retro

Finally, this Retro Bohemian Style Home in West Hollywood, CA has “Retro and bohemian-chic vibes shining throughout. Natural light fuses with wood, stone and marble. A pool table, in-home bar, swimming pool, hot tub and incredible city view make this a perfect location for filming or photography”. The teak wood details of the walls are original. Also, the kidney-shaped pool was thought to be incredibly modern when first built.

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