Put your BEST foot forward

As Mumbai’s iconic red double-decker buses get a new life, thanks to 900 electric and emission-free buses being added to its fleet, we curate a list of collectibles so you get to relive its charm

Put your BEST foot forward

Toy bus by Shinsei

Toy story

Mini bus by Toymania

If you have to teach a child about a city’s heritage transport, taking a ride on it is surely a way. But what if seeing or experiencing the transport isn’t an option? These miniature BEST double-decker buses are sure to fascinate children in their formative years. They also add a pop of colour and nostalgia on a collector’s shelf. The utterly butterly ad on the red Shinsei pull back bus has our heart.

Log on to flipkart.com (Shinsei bus), amazon.in (Toymania bus)
Cost Rs 197 and Rs 299

It’s a tee party

BEST bus tees by Redbubble

Sport these cool tees that are an ode to one of the city’s most favourite icons. While the bright blue version will look cute on everyone, the white printed tee is for couples who like to twin.

Log on to styched.in and redbubble.com
Cost Rs 314 and USD 20.81

Being art and part of

If you believe that a city grows in its influence through art, architecture and transport, among other elements, this original acrylic painting of the double-decker public transport might catch your eye. This artwork by Sohini Ghoshal is a simple tug at nostalgia. The hazy grey windshield and windows remind us of any monsoon evening by Marine Drive.

Log on to etsy.com
Cost Rs 16,302

Stuck like glue

Often our fridge doors can help chalk out an itinerary in retrospect. The red resin BEST magnet will stick just fine on your fridge door and remind you of the route you took to soak in SoBo.

Log on to amazon.in
Cost Rs 199

Let’s pouch it

Cosmetic pouch bag and sling bag by Eco Corner

We kind of like accessories that reflect who we are. The pouch and sling bags from Eco Corner are a fun way of going about your day while letting others know your state of mind. The red BEST bus with Colaba 24 gets our vote. Both bags make for lovely gifting options for friends and family, as a keepsake from a city you’ve recently visited and liked. We are in love with the funny print where Mumbaikars are nearly falling off but look cheerful nonetheless.

Log on to flipkart.com
Cost Rs 300 and Rs 449

Also check out

A BEST bus locket made by @anki_bunki_aditi on Instagram.

A vector artwork of the BEST double-decker made by Instagrammer @spiral_viral.

A model called Vaccine is in the B.E.S.T was built by studio_void_ for an architecture competition. The Instagram handle posted a picture of their idea of using buses for mobile vaccination.