The Chainlink is thrilled to have Maria Boustead sign on as our Fashion Editor. In addition to her long-standing interest in cycling, she is the founder and owner of Po Campo, which offers a wide variety of cyclist-friendly bags (distributed worldwide) designed to fit a modern urban lifestyle. Prior to founding Po Campo, Maria worked as an industrial designer and brand strategist, working for companies including 3M, Pampers and Yellowtail. If you desire cycling fashion that is functional and stylish, she offers a wealth of great ideas. By Maria Boustead While we may be mourning the end of summer, there is something on the horizon that keeps us looking forward. And that thing is the new season’s fall fashion trends. In this post, we pick out which of the biggest trends translate best into bikeable fashion. Carwash skirts About the trend: Perhaps not the most appealing name, carwash skirts are so-called because of the multiple slits around the bottom. If a fringed skirt and pleated skirt had a baby, that would be a carwash skirt.
How to make it work for biking: We chose carwash skirts as one of our picks for bike friendly fashion this fall, because all the slits provide plenty of movement – no pencil-skirt constriction here. That said, not all skirts that go by the name carwash are recommended for biking. Stay away from the long skirts that go past your calf, and choose a heavier fabric that won’t blow around too wildly in the breeze.
Some of our picks are: Tibi's Cuarteto Carwash Midi Skirt Black Estevez Carwash Skirt at Maeven Skinny Scarves About the trend: When you think about it, the skinny scarf is the perfect fall accessory, as it adds a little something around your neck, which you’d never dream of doing during the dog days of summer, but doesn’t overheat you like a full winter scarf would. Plus, you can put it on over just about any type of shirt, from V-neck to a button up.
How to make it work for biking: The biggest risk here is that the scarf would dangle into your wheel and decapitate you while you’re going full tilt. To play it safe, tie your scarf up into a pretty bow while riding, and then feel free to loosen it when you reach your destination.
Some of our picks are: Free People's With-the-Wind Skinny Scarf Nasty Gal's Bria Jersey Skinny Scarf Winter Florals About the trend: Who says that you have to stop wearing floral prints after springtime? This fall, we’re rocking our flower power into fall with winter florals. What makes winter florals different is that the flowers are more saturated and less pastel and are almost always set against a darker background color.
How to make it work for biking: No special tricks needed to wear winter florals this fall, although may we suggest picking up a Po Campo bag in purple petals?
Some of our picks are: Po Campo's Six Corners Handlebar Bag Top Shop's Woodland Floral Print Top and Cigarette Pants Floral Grid Print Portofino Shirt by Express Turtleneck Layering About the trend: There’s no denying it, turtlenecks are back in a big way this fall. This season’s take on them though is primarily as a layering device to take your summer fashions into fall. Got a sundress you’re not ready to stop wearing yet? Put a turtleneck underneath it and you’re ready for apple picking and a hayride.
Some of our picks: J Crew Tissue Turtleneck T-Shirt Land's End Layering Turtleneck Icebreaker's Tech Long Sleeve Turtleneck Capes About the trend: A round-up of fall trends is not complete without some sort of outerwear, and this year’s key piece is the cape. We’re seeing it in all shapes, sizes, colors, fabrics, sleeves or no sleeves – you name it, it’s out there.
Some of our picks: Shop for the Featured Bike-Friendly Look Linus Mixte 3 in black, includes back rack. Linus bikes are available at Johnny Sprockets. They also carry some great accessories for the line of Linus bikes. Bern Bike Helmet in black. Look stylish while this helmet protects your noggin on your commute to work. Available in various colors at Johnny Sprockets. Cream Cape available at Francesca's. Teal Turtleneck and Black Skinny Scarf at Free People. Fall bike-friendly fashion modeled by Lily Povlich. About the Author |
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