Whether you love transit, or love someone who loves transit, we’ve got a gift guide that will help you out this Valentine’s Day (and beyond)! You'll find our recommendations below, and if you’re in NYC, pair your gift up with some candy from one of these local shops (all conveniently located near the subway). Don't forget to grab the two-person seats on your Valentine's Day journey.
The Vignelli Diagram Watch from Tokens & Icons
Love the iconic Vignelli subway map? Then this is the watch for you -- it brings together a love for New York, transit and design. Using the modernist visual diagrams that Massimo Vignelli created for the subway system in the 1970s, now you can get a glimpse of his work whenever you check the time. These designs were used on subway maps from 1972-1979, and these watch dials were crated from those authentic maps. (Price: $325)
The New York Transit Token Bracelet from Tokens & Icons
The token is probably the most iconic method of paying transit fare, and now you can wear each version of it around your wrist. This bracelet is crafted from five authentic New York transit tokens that circulated from 1953-79 and 1986-2003. (Price: $245)
Studs and Garbage NY (a female-founded jewelry company born from a relentless love of New York City) have created MetroCard earrings! Beautiful. No notes. Get these for yourself or someone you love. (Price: $56)
You Are #1 Mug from the NY Transit Museum
Whether or not you are riding the 1 train on the regular, you can embrace this mug and remind yourself or that special someone in your life that they are Number 1! (Price: $12.95)
This zippered NYC Subway Map Coin Purse is adorably heart shaped, and makes a cute little gift that will help you and yours hold on to what we all hold dearest: our ear buds and cash. (Price: Price: $9.99)
NYC Subway Line Neoprene Tote with Rhinestone Token
This neoprene Token Tote features an iconic subway token with a little sparkle in the form of rhinestones. Inside the bag you’ll find subway map lining and a couple of pockets to keep all of your essentials in an easy to reach spot. What's not to love? Price: ($44.99)
Art of Play Fulton Street Playing Cards
These special edition playing cards celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Massimo Vignelli’s iconic design for the MTA Subway Map of 1972. And now you can keep celebrating Vignelli every day. (Price: $18)
Only NY MTA Logo Beanie & Only NY MTA Logo Socks
The beloved brand Only NY has created some stellar transit merch (maybe you’re familiar with the lamp?) You can see the full line here, and we recommend this MTA beanie for the winter months -- a simple, classic look that’ll keep you warm. And why not level up the cozy factor with some socks? (Prices: $32, $16)
Missed Connections Puzzle from New York Puzzle Company
Inspired by Missed Connection ads, Sophie Blackall created artwork (commissioned by MTA Arts & Design) featuring a subway train filled with missed connections. (Price: $18.75)
