Fancy dress inspiration can come from anywhere— even the London Underground map.
From Angel to Elephant & Castle, some of the capital's most recognisable Tube stations double up as surprisingly easy costume ideas.
Whether you're heading to a themed party, Halloween event, or charity fundraiser, here are some London stations that could provide your next fancy dress outfit.
Angel
One of the easiest options on the network.
Grab a pair of angel wings, a halo, and some white clothing and you'll instantly become the Islington station.
Elephant & Castle
This South London favourite offers plenty of room for imagination.
Team up with a friend and go as an elephant and a medieval castle, or combine both into one elaborate costume.
Canary Wharf
A yellow bird costume paired with a toy boat or sailor's hat would make for a surprisingly recognisable interpretation of one of London's busiest financial districts.
Shepherd's Bush
All you need is a shepherd's crook, a woolly outfit, and perhaps a small fake bush attached somewhere to complete the look.
Swiss Cottage
Dress in traditional Alpine-inspired clothing and carry a cardboard chalet.
Bonus points if you bring some chocolate and pretend you're on holiday.
Blackhorse Road
A black horse costume or hobby horse paired with a road sign would instantly identify this Waltham Forest station.
Finchley Central
A bird costume representing a finch, complete with a sign reading "Central," is a simple nod to the North London station.
Manor House
Dress as a stately homeowner, complete with a tweed jacket and cardboard mansion, to bring this Piccadilly line station to life.
Royal Oak
A crown and an oak tree costume could transform you into this station near Paddington.
St John's Wood
A saint costume combined with a few fake branches or leaves creates a surprisingly effective Tube-inspired outfit.
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Turnham Green
Wear green from head to toe and spend the evening spinning around whenever someone asks who you're supposed to be.
Queensway
A crown and a road sign are all you need to recreate this Central line station.
Temple
A toga, robe, or ancient priest costume would work perfectly for one of London's oldest station names.
Mudchute
For those willing to embrace chaos, cover yourself in brown clothing and carry a miniature slide to represent one of the Docklands Light Railway's most memorably named stations.
The ultimate Tube costume challenge
If dressing as a single station isn't enough, why not attempt the entire London Underground?
Wear different coloured lines across your outfit and challenge fellow partygoers to navigate from one side of the room to the other.
It may not help you avoid delays, but it's certainly more entertaining than waiting for a replacement bus service.
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