Those who've explored cities using public transit are going to have a special appreciation for all of these marvelous subway map features. Subway and metro maps have been a huge inspiration for fashion designers from around the world. Whereas subway maps have long been a source of frustration for travelers, they have recently become an inspiration for designers.
The intricacies of a city's subway routes apparently makes the perfect pattern to put on a pair of sunglasses and a skirt. A city's ridiculous-looking subway lines often look like expressionist art at its best. That being said, there's no better way to show you civic pride than to wear your city's subway system on your body.
12 Marvelous Subway Map Features
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Metro Map Glasses
The Ray-Ban Wayfarer 'Subway' Shades Provide Direction
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Minimalist Typographic Subway Maps
Fadeout Design Creates Pared Down Public Transit Art
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E-Paper Clothes
Lunar BLU Jacket Display
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Ceiling-Mounted Subway Maps
GPS System Pinpoints Location on Subway Car Ceilings
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Melodic Subcultural Sketches
The Tokyo Music Subway Map Charts the City's Musical Scenes
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Wiener Subway Maps
Michael Hertz's Re-Designed Map Isn't Well Endowed
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Simplistic Subway Maps
The Lineposters Take Transportation Back to the Basics
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Graffiti Map Makeovers
'Map Quest' From Dirty Pilot Redesigns NYC Subway Maps
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Anatomical Subway Maps
Sam Loman Reimagines the Human Body
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Rabbit Hole Navigation Gear
The Alice in Wonderland Subway Map is Inspired by the Classic Story
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Subway Skirts
The NYC Map Dress is Fashionable and Direction-Friendly
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Vibrant City-Themed Handbags
Marc Jacobs Launched 'The City Tote' & 'The Nylon Tote'
Visual Show-Inspired Displays
Saks Fifth Avenue Transforms its NYC Flagship for Just Like That
NYC Culture-Inspired Streetwear
Public Assembly Debuts with Bold Street Staples
Watercolor-Inspired Activewear Garments
The Patagonia Moon Tripper Pattern Has a Funky Flow
Limited-Edition City-Inspired Capsules
Marc Jacobs Reimagines 'The City Capsule Collection'
90's Archival Footwear Pop-Ups
Dr. Martens Hosted a 'Buzz Bus' in NYC
Crystal-Encrusted Eyewear
the Oakley x Swarovski Sunglasses Sparkle with 867 Gems
Ultraviolet Topographic Passports
The New Switzerland Passport Was Designed by RETINAA
Reimagined Artwork-Based Travel Campaigns
Plaza Premium Group Debuts 'The Art of Travel'
Brush-On Perfumes
Zara × Jo Malone Collaborated on a Trio of City-Inspired Personal Fragrances
Universal Icon Exhibitions
The Pictograms: Iconic Japanese Designs Explores Language Without Words
Design-Forward Concept Stores
Target SoHo is Immersive, Experiential and Shoppable
Basketball-Inspired Apparel Collections
DraftKings' Artist Series Unites Basketball and Art
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Wishlist-Spotlighting Billboards
Sephora Canada Features Customer Wishlists on Holiday Billboards
Motorsport-Inspired Travel Accessories
Porsche Canada Released a Spring Lifestyle Collection
City-Themed Luxury Fashion Campaigns
Burberry’s Back to the City Campaign Celebrates London
Panda-Inspired Sport Campaigns
Panda Station Dresses Panda Statues in Tracksuits for an Activation
NYC-Inspired Sneaker Designs
The Coach Soho Sneaker Collection is Chic and Urban-Informed
Sneaker Tag-Inspired Car Keys
Nissan's Kicks Key Merges Auto Technology with Streetwear Culture
Ultra-Sleek Eyewear Collections
Artizia and Thistles Launch a New Trendy Sunglasses Collection
Pizza Culture-Inspired Apparel
Ksubi x Lucia Pizzeria Partner For a Limited-Edition NYC Collab
Urban Landscape-Inspired Campaigns
The Casablanca Fall 2025 Advertising Campaign is Interesting
Colorful European Retail Experiences
Marimekko Opens Its New Location in Paris
Demure Display-Equipped Eyewear
The Meta Ray-Ban Display Sunglasses Have a Hi-Res Color Display
Chic Statement Eyewear
Specsavers' Eyewear Features Bold Frames and Unique Shapes
Timeless Patterned Textile Capsules
The Met Joins the Brand to Launch a Chilewich Collection
QSR Sandwich Shop Streetwear
Subway Introduces a Limited-Edition Line of Streetwear
Art Gallery-Inspired Luxury Shops
Proenza Schouler is Gearing Up to Open Its Flagship Store
Multicolored Jewelry Stores
Swarovski Launches its Shinsaibashi Location in the Heart of Osaka
NYC Wine Windows
Buchette del Vino NYX Brings a Florentine-Style Wine Window to Times Square
Simplistic Repair-Friendly Suitcases
Bellroy Introduces its New Transit Carry-On Suitcases
Meandering Web Maps
Moogle Gaps Rejects Efficient Routes and Offers Only Midsirections
Functional Streamlined Ceramic Tiles
Unknown, Untitled Introduced the UU Tiles Collection
Internet Icon Accessory Design
Finder Icon Backpack Reimagines macOS's Desktop Icon as a Wearable
Festive Scratch-and-Sniff Billboards
Subway's Interactive Ad Shares the Aroma of Stuffing
Minty Modern Cafes
StudioAC Designs a Stunning Coffee Establishment in Toronto
Savory Protein Shakes
Subway Dreamed Up the "Subwhey" Range for April Fool's Day
Artistically Expressive Multi-Brand Stores
Sanjay Puri Architects Has Redefined Retail Design
Fashion-Forward Sporty Apparel
CLOT and adidas Join Forces Once Again on a New Collection
Groundbreaking Public Transit Models
Argo Debuts a Vertically Integrated Smart Transit System
Futuristic Train Cafes
The Future Train Kyoto Diner & Cafe is Housed Inside a Thunderbird Train
Durable Leather Travel Accessories
Whiskey Leatherworks Boasts Various Travel Accessories
Traveling Fashion Showcases
The Guess Bus in Sydney is an Example of Experimental Marketing
Elevated Urban Skate Venues
AAN Architects Designs Suspended Skatepark Overlooking Shanghai
Intricately Artistic Fashion Lines
Pacsun and the Metropolitan Museum of Art Drop a Holiday Line
Destination-Driven Travel Pieces
The Ritz-Carlton x Kilometre Paris Reimagines Iconic Places
Geologically Inspired Fashion Capsules
The Etro Fall 2025 Magma Line is Stunningly Chic
Artful Bandage Collections
The Met x BAND-AID Collaboration Shares Exclusive First-Aid Products
AR Driving Assistance Glasses
Sherpa’s AR Glasses are Made to Decode Road Signs for Drivers
Museum-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules
Pacsun is Partnering with the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Whimsical Patterned Diverse Fashion
Kate Spade and Target Work Together on a New Collection
Baseball-Inspired Manhole Covers
MLB Honors Japanese Stars with Custom-Designed Manhole Covers
Multifunctional Travel Totes
Sidney Byron Debuts Hat-Carrying Bags with Vegan Materials
Identity-Exploring Clothing
Muted Desires Chapter 5 “Shapes We Take” Capsule Explores Archetypes
Whimsical Toronto Luggage Stores
Ste Marie Creates a Dreamy Interior Space for Monos Store
Modern Nightlife Fashion Collections
Ksubi Dropped Its 12-Piece After-Dark Capsule
Rerfeshed Historic Workspaces
Daytrip’s Cloisters Interiors Boasts Modern Furniture Design
Vibrant Public London Fountains
Neon Introduces a Sculptural Water Feature in London
Urban Geometric Totes
Bao Bao Issey Miyake MAP Bags Expand Modular Design with Fresh Forms
Sparkling Sandwich-Shaped Rings
The Subway Baguette Ring Honors the Classic B.M.T.® Sandwich
Seasonal Streetwear Collections
Pyra Scenic Route SS25 Collection Introduces Graphic-Led Apparel
Collaborative Summer Protective Fashion
BEAMS and Speedo Work on a Amphibious Collection
Practical Stylish Foldable Eyewear
Jacques Marie Mage Presents its Editional Pliable Collection
Television streetwear capsules
Kith x Monday Program's The Sopranos range applies series graphics
Playfully Branded Crosswalks
OREO Turned Marked Areas Outside Some Kroger Stores into OREO Walks
Sports-Themed Jackets
The NFL X Veronica Beard Collab Makes Game Day Chic
Traffic Light-Inspired Benches
Muddycap's Traffic Light Bench Mimics a Street Signals
Cinematic Golf Pop-Ups
Subway's Happy Place is an Interactive Experience for Happy Gilmore Fans
Subway Station Fashion Takeovers
Reitmans Hosts its Spring 2026 Lower Bay Station Preview
Visionary Architectural Pier Strategies
Ruxuan Zheng and Haoyuan Wang Debut 'City on the Loop'
Health Engagement Disparity Campaigns
Function Health and SubwayTakes Partner on a Campaign
Boutique Jewelry Concepts
Rocksbox is Expanding Its Presence in Metropolitan Areas
Child-Forward Travel Planning Kits
Trip Jones Offers Kid-Friendly Travel Planning
Protein-Forward QSR Menus
Subway Launches Protein Pockets and a Refreshed Rotating Menu
Art Print Bandages
The Met x Band-Aid Collection Applies Museum Works to Adhesive Strips
Limited-Time Protein Promotions
Subway Launches the Meteor Deal Featuring Protein Picks
Miniature Billboard Ads
Little Canada's Mini Media Initiative Spotlights Brands on Tiny Billboards
NYC-Inspired Structural Chess Sets
PRINTWORKS Introduces the Playful CHESS NYC Set
NYC Identity-Inspired Retail Cconcepts
Concrete Amsterdam Designs the Inaugural Steve Madden Store
Luggage Personalization Stickers
Monos Launched City-Inspired Destination Stickers
Surreal Eyewear Collections
Schiaparelli's Fetish Sunglasses Capsule Represents a Bold Evolution
Urban Runner Hubs
Seoul's Runner's Bases Add Value to Unused Subway Spaces
Meteor Shower Sandwich Promotions
The Subway Meatier Shower Promotion Doubles Up Sandwich Meat
Cheeky Sandwich Seat Campaigns
Subway Takes Away the Dread of the Middle Seat with Free Sandwiches
Sensory Museum Experiences
The Museum of Illusions Features Immersive Attractions
Art-Led Cocktail Collaborations
MO BAR Singapore Introduced The City of Art Menu
Custom Adaptive Slipper Designs
Swapz Modular Slippers Redefine Comfort with Style & Eco Design
Cross-Region Ticketing Apps
Moovit Now Allows Users to Purchase Tickets Directly In-App
Modular Daily Apparel
The Uniform Collection Unveils Adaptable Ready-To-Wear with Spatial Design
Scenic Train Experiences
The Skunk Train Debuts Two New Experiential Journeys
Passanger Assistant App Pilots
NJ TRANSIT is Enhancing Assistance for Passengers at Major Stations
Multicultural Bright Historic Museums
MAD Architects Designst he Fenix Project in Rotterdam
Singer-Themed Transit Takeovers
Sony and Olivia Rodrigo Take Over the New York City Transit
QSR Holiday Windows
Subway Canada's Secret Sandwich Elves Celebrate Its First Festive Menu
Las Vegas-Inspired Fashion Capsules
Dinner Service New York Debuts the Las Vegas Collection
Scandinavian Aesthetics-Forward Shop Designs
Quadrant Design Shapes the Atmosphere in Eton's Shop
Stone Facade Premium Retailers
Rafael de Cárdenas Designs the SKIMS NYC Flagship Interiors
Museum-Branded Sock Collections
Brooklyn Museum and doublesoul Brings Enter a Collaboration
Pixelated Runway Displays
Fendi Works Together with Marc Newson for a Dynamic Set at Ss26
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Music-Themed Travel Guides
Skyscanner Music Guides Were Created with Exceptional ALIEN
Bakery-Themed Apparel Lines
Road Bread Offers Bakery-Themed Apparel Bread Enthusiasts
Urban Explorer-Centric Accessories
Topologie Introduces its Latest Capsule for the SS25 Season
Mumbai Futuristic Fashion Boutiques
Sanjay Puri Architects Designs the Nezo Mumbai Showroom
Textile Pattern Showcasings
The IKEA Museum: Magical Patterns Installation opens in Scotland
Personal Shopping Carts
The Marketday Cart is Designed to Organize Groceries and Personal Items
Stylish Shopping Trolleys
Roulette Carts Transforms Grocery Shopping with Designer-Like Trolleys
Restored Retail Interiors
The New MoMA Design Store SoHo Shows a Revamped Historic Structure
Accessible 3D Station Maps
Govia Thameslink Railway Aims to Make Travelling More Accessible
Fitness Routing Apps
Sketchy Run Turns Routes Into Simple Sketches While Tracking Distance
Accessory Adorned Caps
Simone Giertz's Patch Cap Turns One's Head into a Mobile Organizer
Digital Map Updates
'Look Around' Brings Apple Maps for Web Closer to the Competition
Hot Dog Subway Campaigns
Nathan’s Famous Launches “Follow the (F)rank Line” Subway Campaign
Travel Guide Apps
Britmap Maps York’s History With Interactive Location Based Insights
Urban-Inspired Bag Campaigns
côte&ciel's Latest Editorial Campaign is Dubbed Rhythms of Transit
Eclectic Eyewear Collections
Vooglam Launched its 'Artsy Eyewear Collection'
Whimsical Soccer-Themed Illustrations
Visa Commissions Art in Connection to FIFA World Cup
Virtual City Explorers
Citywalki Offers Immersive Virtual Experiences In Over 140 Cities
Expansive Month-Long Fashion Celebrations
Fashion Art Toronto Marks Its 20th Anniversary
Manchester Street Legacy Clothing
The Northern Quarter Series Channels Football Heritage
Soccer-Inspired Makeup Patch Designs
United States Soccer Federation Partners with Fazit
City Cocktail Glassware
Time Distilled Turns Manhattan Heritage into Sculptural Barware
Utility Style Capsules
A. SOCIETY x New Era Utility Capsule Introduces Magnetic Caps and Eyewear
Accessible Tactile Maps
Switchyard Park in Bloomington is Now More Accommodating
Accessibility-Focused Metro Initiatives
MTA Initiates Renovation & Accessibility Improvement
Public Art Displays
Paul Anthony Smith’s Photographs Appear at 300 City Bus Stops This Summer
Travel-Themed Fractured Mirrors
Baggage Claim Mirrors Capture Airport Carousel in Layered Glass
Balanced Retail Atmosphere
The Capitamall Skyview Reimagines the Mall as an Immersive Urban Street
Urban Material Design Collections
Clarke & Clarke Metropolitan Collection Explores Bold Textiles
Recycled-Steel Bus Stations
The Amazon Bus Station in Belém Cuts Carbon Emissions by 70%
Textured Glass Landmarks
Helsinki Design and Architecture Museum Designed as Clear Public Pavilion
Local Geological History-Inspired Buildings
Salon Alper Derinbogaz Designs the Quartz Plaza
Urban Design Card Games
Open Urban Practice and ŞANALarc Create the City Making 101 Game
Beach-Inspired Metro Stations
Chetwoods and J&A Transforms a Tourism Line Metro Station
A-Lister Vacation Getaways
Trainline x Deuxmoi Partner for Celebrity-Inspired European Itineraries
Sketch-Based Striking Sunglasses
Shinzo Tamura Rethinks Eyewear from the Lens Outward
Travel Seat Optimizers
ShadySide Helps Travelers Choose Seats That Avoid Direct Sunlight
Map Search Tools for Cruises
Cruisebound’s 'Search by Map' Feature Simplifies Travel Planning