Nassau County 26 NY (New York) Road Sign T-Shirt - Design Overview
This t-shirt features a bold and iconic representation of a road sign that never existed in reality: the Nassau County Route 26 shield. The artwork captures the essence of a bygone era in Nassau County's transportation history, specifically its planned, but ultimately unexecuted, county route system.
Visual Elements and Design
The design faithfully recreates the planned specifications of the CR 26 road sign. At its heart is a blue pentagon, the classic shape used for New York State county route markers. This shape immediately signifies the sign's purpose: to identify a specific route within the county's road network.
Central to the design is the vibrant yellow numbering “26,” prominently displayed to clearly designate the route number. The bold font ensures legibility and visual impact. Above the number, a yellow top border panel reads "NASSAU," further identifying the county that planned the route.
Symbolism and Meaning
The design symbolizes the history of road planning and the evolution of transportation infrastructure in Nassau County. It represents a "what-if" scenario, a road that existed on paper but never materialized in signage. The design pays homage to the ambitious, yet unrealized, plans of mid-20th century county infrastructure development.
The color choices further enhance the design's significance. The blue background, combined with the yellow lettering, are the standard colors used in the New York State county road system, adding an additional layer of authenticity to the representation of the road sign.
Unisex Heavy Cotton T-Shirt
A reliable classic cotton tee built for comfort, durability, and style. This unisex heavy cotton shirt is the perfect everyday staple — soft, structured, and designed to make printed designs look sharp and vibrant.
Product Highlights
- 100% heavy cotton fabric for structure and comfort
- Smooth surface ensures vivid, long-lasting prints
- No side seams for irritation-free wear
- Reinforced shoulders to maintain shape over time
- Classic unisex fit — works for all body types
Fit & Style Notes
Designed with versatility in mind, this tee works as your everyday go-to. Wear it true-to-size for a classic fit, or size up for a relaxed, modern drape. The mid-weight cotton balances softness and structure, making it equally great for layering or wearing on its own.
Style it with jeans, joggers, or skirts — its timeless silhouette makes it easy to dress up or down. Perfect for personal wear, printing, branding, or merch drops.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a t-shirt you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 18.00 | 28.00 | 15.10 |
| M | 20.00 | 29.00 | 16.50 |
| L | 22.00 | 30.00 | 18.00 |
| XL | 24.00 | 31.00 | 19.50 |
| 2XL | 26.00 | 32.00 | 21.00 |
| 3XL | 28.00 | 33.00 | 22.40 |
| 4XL | 30.00 | 34.00 | 23.70 |
| 5XL | 32.00 | 35.00 | 25.00 |
Tip: Compare these measurements with your favorite tee for the best fit.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not iron directly on printed designs
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on low heat
