Conventional Toll Plaza Advance Sign 1 (Maryland) Hoodie: Design Overview
A Familiar Warning, Reimagined
This hoodie design features a faithful representation of the Maryland Conventional Toll Plaza Advance Sign 1. The artwork captures the essential visual elements of this crucial road sign, instantly recognizable to anyone who has driven in Maryland.
Design Elements and Meaning
The core of the design is a horizontal rectangular panel, rendered in the characteristic green background color. This green signifies a guide sign, providing crucial information to drivers. Against this backdrop, crisp white lettering conveys the warning: "TOLL PLAZA AHEAD" (or similar wording indicating the approaching toll). The font, likely an FHWA Series E(M) or a comparable standard, ensures legibility at a glance.
The sign's purpose – to alert drivers of an upcoming toll plaza – is immediately apparent. The design serves as a visual prompt for drivers to prepare, choose the correct lane, or ready their E-ZPass transponders. It’s a message of preparedness and navigation, transformed into wearable art.
Symbolism of the Design
The design represents a journey – the act of driving and the anticipation of arriving at a destination. The toll plaza itself is a gate, a checkpoint marking a transition within that journey. The sign is a signal, a harbinger of things to come, a reminder of the practical requirements of the road ahead.
Incorporated into everyday apparel, this design transforms a utilitarian road marker into a statement piece, blending functionality and symbolic storytelling.
Unisex Heavy-Blend Hoodie
A soft, cozy hooded sweatshirt built for comfort-first living. This heavy-blend hoodie pairs plush insulation with a clean, unfussy silhouette — roomy enough to curl up in, tidy enough to wear out.
Product Highlights
Made from a thick cotton/polyester blend, this hoodie feels plush the moment you put it on. The fabric traps warmth without feeling bulky, and the soft brushed interior keeps it gentle against the skin — perfect for chilly mornings, late-night walks, or working from the couch.
Practical details matter: the spacious kangaroo pocket gives your hands a place to warm up and keeps small essentials close, while a matching drawstring adds a refined touch that won't clash with print or embroidery. Built with reinforced seams and a balanced weight, it wears like your favorite sweatshirt from week one.
- Thick cotton/polyester blend for softness and thermal comfort
- Brushed interior for a cozy hand-feel
- Large kangaroo pocket for warmth and storage
- Matching drawstring for a clean, coordinated look
- Durable construction designed to hold shape and color
Fit & Style Notes
This hoodie has a relaxed, unisex cut—comfortable as a standalone layer or roomy enough to go over a tee. Prefer a contemporary, oversized look? Consider sizing up one. Want a neater fit for layering under jackets? Stick with your usual size.
Style it with tapered joggers and minimalist sneakers for an elevated casual set, or add a denim jacket and boots for an easy street-ready outfit. It's a versatile base for prints, patches, or embroidered logos.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a hoodie you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.08 | 27.17 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.05 | 27.95 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.02 | 29.13 | 35.50 |
| XL | 25.98 | 29.92 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 27.99 | 31.10 | 37.50 |
| 3XL | 29.92 | 31.89 | 38.50 |
| 4XL | 31.89 | 33.07 | 39.50 |
| 5XL | 33.86 | 33.86 | 40.50 |
Tip: For a roomy, contemporary hoodie, go one size up. For a trim, layered fit, pick your usual size.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on medium heat
- If needed, iron or steam on low heat
