Wow. I kind of forgot I even had this blog.
I've had some other priorities over the past couple of years, but maybe now I can attempt to get this thing up and running. We'll see.
The good news is that I moved and live a lot closer to work now. And while I've been less than enthusiastic about the weather this summer so far (it sure has been overcast a lot), the one blessing is that is has been extremely dry. I also got a bike with full fenders, which helps a lot with keeping clean in light rain or near areas where sprinklers have been running. And my boyfriend gave me a rack for panniers, which means no more sweaty back from having to wear a bag.
You know what that means? Commuting in my work clothes! Skirts, kitten heels, and scarves, mostly. It's been great. I know it won't last forever, because at some point the rain is going to make its return. But while I can, I am really enjoying it.
Coming soon: more photos (we hope).
Showing posts with label bikes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bikes. Show all posts
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Friday, July 11, 2008
Super chic friends!
Lauren: Layered shirts & short shorts
Matt: Hanky in the back pocket
Lily: Strappy sandals & feminine skirt
Matt: Hanky in the back pocket
Lily: Strappy sandals & feminine skirt
Friday, June 20, 2008
Portland Cycle Chic
The majority of times I climb onto my bike, I am most definitely not cycle chic.
For one thing, my commute is just shy of 5 miles in each direction and I like to ride... well, sort of fast. For another thing, I work in an office with a "business casual" dress code. These do no make for a good combination if one wishes to ride to work in the clothes she intends to wear for the rest of the day. If I lived closer or could work in jeans and a t-shirt, I could pull it off... But alas, that is not my fate.
Such as things are, I am usually clad in assorted combinations of spandex, neon yellow, and waterproof fabric. Oh, and shoes with laces are out. I may not look that great, but at least I don't ruin the clothes I actually care about. And the real life saver is the locker room and warm shower awaiting me at my job. No matter what the weather is like, upon arrival I can put myself together in a somewhat "professional" manner.
That being said, almost nothing gives me greater joy than putting on a pretty dress, climbing onto my saddle, and pedaling off to my destination. I just don't get to do it as often as I'd like. In my leisure time, sure. Riding to brunch with friends, going to see a movie, Scrabble at a coffee shop... Sure. But Monday through Friday during rush hour, I'm stuck putting function ahead of fashion.
I was (obviously) inspired to start this site by Copenhagen Cycle Chic. But I see so many people riding bikes around Portland who look super fantastic that I thought we deserved our own site dedicated to those who can truly look good while riding a bike.
I think that bicycles could possibly be reaching a tipping point in Portland. I feel extremely lucky and privileged to be a part of such exciting changes. It's really something special to be part of a moment in time like this, and every time I get on my bike (be it in spandex or a pretty dress), I'm very thankful for it.
For one thing, my commute is just shy of 5 miles in each direction and I like to ride... well, sort of fast. For another thing, I work in an office with a "business casual" dress code. These do no make for a good combination if one wishes to ride to work in the clothes she intends to wear for the rest of the day. If I lived closer or could work in jeans and a t-shirt, I could pull it off... But alas, that is not my fate.
Such as things are, I am usually clad in assorted combinations of spandex, neon yellow, and waterproof fabric. Oh, and shoes with laces are out. I may not look that great, but at least I don't ruin the clothes I actually care about. And the real life saver is the locker room and warm shower awaiting me at my job. No matter what the weather is like, upon arrival I can put myself together in a somewhat "professional" manner.
That being said, almost nothing gives me greater joy than putting on a pretty dress, climbing onto my saddle, and pedaling off to my destination. I just don't get to do it as often as I'd like. In my leisure time, sure. Riding to brunch with friends, going to see a movie, Scrabble at a coffee shop... Sure. But Monday through Friday during rush hour, I'm stuck putting function ahead of fashion.
I was (obviously) inspired to start this site by Copenhagen Cycle Chic. But I see so many people riding bikes around Portland who look super fantastic that I thought we deserved our own site dedicated to those who can truly look good while riding a bike.
I think that bicycles could possibly be reaching a tipping point in Portland. I feel extremely lucky and privileged to be a part of such exciting changes. It's really something special to be part of a moment in time like this, and every time I get on my bike (be it in spandex or a pretty dress), I'm very thankful for it.
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