Finished in glossy white and Mediterranean-inspired blue, this electric kettle brings the ornate designs of Italian tilework to your countertop, desk or buffet. With its charming bullet shape and fun chrome metal accents, the kettle goes beyond basics with a soft-opening lid to manage steam release and a swivel base that rotates full circle. The stainless steel kettle heats water quickly for tea, French press coffee, tisanes and instant oatmeal.Known for its wonderfully retro refrigerators, SMEG has launched a joyfully designed kitchen appliance collection based on the curved and compact lines of postwar design. Incorporating a vintage aesthetic, SMEG's nod to the past is the star of today's kitchen, incorporating all the current advances in technology.