# Stylish Subway Captures Vogue Italia's the A Train Editorial Stars Raquel Zimmermann By Meghan Young | Published 2011-11-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-a-train References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/raquel-zimmermann-by-steven-meisel-for-vogue-italia-november-2011/) & [vogue.it](http://www.vogue.it/magazine/cover-story/2011/11/the-a-train) The A Train photo spread truly captures the gritty, glamorous and oh so eccentric vibe of the [New York City subway system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergdorf-goodmans). Aside from the dark and dingy setting, model Raquel Zimmermann manages to portray all the eclectic characters one is bound to meet during a normal train ride in the Big Apple. Shot by Steven Meisel for [Vogue Italia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-rules-club)’s November issue, the A Train magazine spread really chose a fantastic venue to show off stylist Carlyne Cerf de Dudzeele's chops. Turning Zimmermann into a veritable chameleon, Dudzeele pulled extravagant pieces from fashion houses such as Alberta Ferretti, Salvatore Ferragamo, Bottega Veneta, [Dior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riveria-express), Emporio Armani and others. Even though each look is as different as the next, the A Train spread pulls it all together beautifully. What a great concept for a fun shoot. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gritty Glamour:** Opportunity for fashion brands to explore edgy and unconventional styles that capture the essence of underground culture. - **Eclectic Characters:** Potential for retailers to create diverse and inclusive collections that celebrate individuality and the unique personalities of customers. - **Fashionable Venue:** Restaurant and bar owners can consider collaborating with magazines or fashion brands to create stylish settings for their establishments. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion houses can leverage underground aesthetics to create bold and daring collections that resonate with consumers. - **Retail:** Retailers can curate a range of fashion and accessories that cater to diverse personal styles and empower customers to express themselves. - **Hospitality:** Restaurants and bars have the opportunity to collaborate with fashion brands or publications to create visually captivating experiences for their customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Singer-Themed Transit Takeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-and-olivia-rodrigo.md) - [Luxury Designer Train Journeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riveria-express.md) - [Modern-Day Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modernday-travel.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Haute Auto Pattern Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-car-couture.md) - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md)