12 Marvelous Subway Map Features

From Subway Skirts to Metro Map Glasses

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.

SCORE
5.6 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 78%
Activity 83%
Freshness 8%

Solutions for innovators working at the edge of change. We help transform emerging ideas into practical, durable solutions by combining strategic thinking, creative exploration, and hands-on execution.

Trends © 2026 Trend Hunter Inc. All Rights Reserved.
LinkedIn Instagram X