Wallpaper - Retro Subway 2

Designed by Melissa Averinos, our Retro Subway 2 wallpaper brings a graphic, vintage-transit look to the wall. The design centers on a bold number two set within a large olive or army green circle, layered over a pale dot-grid backdrop with subtle distressed visual texture. This balance of clear geometry and weathered graphic detail gives the motif a grounded, playful character that works naturally as a focal point. Like all our wallpapers, it is custom made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure and is easy to hang.

In the room

We see this wall mural working especially well in spaces designed for play and creativity, such as a children's room, toddler room, nursery, or playroom. Because the central graphic has a strong circular presence, we recommend placing it on a main wall where the entire motif can be seen without being cut off by tall furniture. In a playroom or kids' bedroom, positioning it on an open accent wall or behind a low reading nook allows the graphic number to anchor the room while keeping the surrounding space open and light.

Styling it

To complement the retro, graphic feel of the motif, we would pair this wallpaper with clean-lined contemporary or mid-century modern furniture. Low-profile wooden storage benches, light ash or birch shelving, and simple white or muted green furnishings help echo the design without competing with it. Keeping larger surrounding pieces understated allows the circular focal point to stand out comfortably.

Color combinations

The palette in our wallpaper centers on muted army green, crisp white, and a pale, neutral background patterned with soft dots. For surrounding walls, trim, or painted furniture, soft off-white, warm stone, and pale gray create a cohesive and tranquil setting. If you want to introduce subtle contrast, muted sage, olive tones, or soft charcoal accents coordinate naturally with the green circle and graphic details.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our mural wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess compared to standard rolls. Our wallpapers are PVC-free, have a subtle physical structure in the paper, and are designed to be straightforward and simple to hang in any home.