Bicycle Love: Sunny Spring bike video

I stumbled across this video and it was so delightful that I had to share. Love the flowy sunny spring styles that are showcased, it's the perfect way to start off spring!

(Video via Cycle Chic)

The Best of Bike Fashion

I've been looking for inspiration all over the web to find the best and most unique bike fashions. I for one always need new ideas for what to wear while riding, I always end up wearing the same kind of thing.

While on my search for the best cycling fashions on the net I came across this awesome site called vélocouture. This site offers a great variety of bike fashion from all over the world, next time you need some help on what to wear while riding, this is a great place to start!

Here are some of my favorite shots:

 

 

And some stylin' guys

 

 

 (photos via vélocouture)

That's How I Roll - Anything but plain, please

What I choose to wear day to day is determined by weather I am on my bike or not. When I am on my bike the go to garment has definitely got to be leggings, they are easy to wear, stylish, comfortable and you can still wear your favorite dress or skirt without worrying about giving a free peep show. Having style while I'm on two wheels is pretty important to me and what can I say, I guess I'm a little vain.

That said, I have tons of pairs of the same old plain black leggings and this sent me on a quest to find something a little bit different to break up the monotony of my bike outfits. I scoured Etsy to bring you all my favorite legging finds.

Leather Like Details

available at malu7

These leggings may look like they are just basic black, but this beautiful pair has a great spandex patch detail that looks a little like leather. Unleash your inner bad girl!

Tie it up

Available at MyLolaFashion

I love the dainty tie detail at the bottom of these leggings, super cute! A great pair to wear with a super cool skirt. These leggings will make your outfit stand out above the rest!

Playful with a pop

 

Available at designsbyamber

 

If you are looking to add a pop of color to your outfit, these are the leggings to go with! A great vibrant turquoise color with two super cute swallows on the back, a great surprise!

Black and Gold

Available at thrills

 

I adore these hand painted leggings! The gold detailing is subtle and stunning at the same time. A great way to add a flash of sparkle, super cool!

A touch of Class

Available at malu7

This cute pair has a hint of Missoni behind them. Love it! Would look amazing with a white lace dress or skirt. How awesome are these?

Tattoo like Tights

 

 Available at post

Alright, so I know these aren't technically leggings but what they are is technically awesome! I love the illusion of having a tattoo on your legs. I'm sure that these get tons of attention when worn. Amazing!

Part 2: Valentine's Day Gift Guide - For The Love of Bikes!

Wow, Valetine's Day is starting to peek it's head around the corner, but don't fret. Today I am going to share with you some great gifts to get that avid cyclist in your life! Alright, so part 2 of the series was inspired by my guy and I. We are both very into riding our bikes, so either of us would ADORE getting anything that has to do with our favorite hobby. I have compiled a list of some great unique and handmade bike items that are cool and functional for two wheels. Here we go!

Cycling Caps 

A great gift for a guy or a girl! Keep your sweetie's head warm while also assisting them in their style.

 This particular shop -Stellar Caps has to be my favorite place for cycling caps.

   Not only are these handmade hats stylish, they are also recycled! Bonus for loving your love and loving the earth all at the same time! Super cute designs for both guys and girls!

Messenger Bag

A messenger bag is also a cool and practical gift for any cyclist and even non cyclist for that matter. I love the different patterns and designs from this awesome Etsy seller Marty May. 

  

Some of these bags have a really cool print of a Rad Rider (remember that movie? ; ) on a bicycle. Super cool, super functional an all around great gift!

Bicycle Rack

Sick of tripping over that bicycle every time you come over to visit? Well, you don't have to nag anymore and at the same time you can take care of that itching question about what you were going to get for your favorite Valentine.

  

The amazing people at cantilever and press have made this amazing looking bike rack. This functional piece would look amazing in any house or apartment!

 The rack's great looking mid century inspired design is like a work of art within itself, your biking Valentine will fall in love with it!

So that's it for today's gift guide, stay tuned for Part 3: The Grand Finale!

Ghostbikes of Brooklyn

En route to an amazing Pan Asian restaurant called Nana in Park Slope on 5th (Check it out if you are in the area!)  we ran into two ghost bikes on the same street. It made me realize how crazy it would be to bike around the city and how lucky I am to live in such a bike friendly community.

A ghost bike is a shrine to a biker's last ride. An artist will find a old bike, paint it white and lock it up at the spot where the cyclist was killed. It is a very beautiful memorial and creates awareness for bikers, pedestrians and drivers to be conscious of each other. I have talked to many friends who didn't know what ghost bikes were, so if you didn't know now you know.