Smeg's 50s retro-style food blender is made to be shown off, £149, Amazon
Many small appliances, from toasters to food processors, are ugly little things. When you use these items regularly and you have no choice, but to keep them on show on your worktop, try to look for models that both function well and look good. Smeg's latest range of small electrical appliances have the looks and the brains.
Stelton Emma cordless electric kettle, £129, Black by Design
With its discreet base, this stylish jug kettle will look at home on any worktop.
illy X1 Anniversary Edition Francis Francis X.1 coffee maker, £555, espressocrazy.com
And who wouldn't want this retro-style illy coffee machine out on display?
Kenwood Turin Collection toaster in polished stainless steel, £49.99, Amaroni Home
Or this sleek toaster?
