# Statuesque Subway Shoots The Moscow Metro by Alena Nikiforova Series is Portrayed as a Museum By Meghan Young | Published 2012-01-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moscow-metro-by-alena-nikiforova References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Moscow-Metro/2873497) & [alenanikiforova](http://alenanikiforova.com) The photo series aptly titled Moscow Metro by Alena Nikiforova portrays this subway system as an [underground museum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-campaign) and the models as works of art. It is not hard to imagine this is the case since [each station captured](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foster-partners6) in the photos are stunningly ornate while the women are draped in goddess-like outfits and the men in dapper attire. A project for an exhibition in Paris, the Moscow Metro by Alena Nikiforova photo series shows that there is beauty in all surroundings. In this case, it provides a fresh perspective of the Moscow subway to those who use it day in and day out. Here, the Moscow Metro is made to be more [sculptural and artistic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Subway as Museum:** Opportunity to transform subway systems into immersive art experiences. - **Ornate Station Design:** Potential for incorporating more intricate and visually appealing designs in public spaces. - **Fashion in Unexpected Places:** Possibility of merging fashion and architecture to create unique visual experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transportation:** Innovation in subway design and aesthetics can enhance the passenger experience and attract more riders. - **Art and Culture:** Opportunities to collaborate with artists and designers to bring more artistic elements to public spaces. - **Fashion and Retail:** Potential to create fashion-forward installations and collaborations in unconventional settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [Large-Scale Floral Mosaics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-mosaics.md) - [Barrel Vault-Topped Metro Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jahad-metro-plaza.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Beach-Inspired Metro Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourism-line.md) - [Latticed-Steel Transport Hub Columns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metropolitan-station.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Artfully Designed Train Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-studio-mad.md)