Eco Fashion World

Imagine riding through the city with the wind blowing through your hair…from LA to Sidney, from Paris to Mumbai, bicycles are picking up speed as the favorite mode of urban transportation. A couple of weeks ago, Paris celebrated the one-year anniversary of the Velib, a city wide public bicycle service. This iconic shot of Agyness Deyn taken last year at the time of the launch captures the essence of the fashion world’s realization that “bikes are the new Ferraris”. And what’s not to like: more hot legs and less smelly gasses! Of course, there is the problem of accessories. A basket to plop your purse in is always nice, but there’s a reason the people who use bicycles the most have a special bag named after them: the messenger. This often shapeless carrier in black nylon with fluorescent accents isn’t normally our cup of tea, so we went on a mission to source a few models that even a cycling starlet like Kate Hudson would be proud to carry.

To continue on the French wave, here is a first look at the latest models from the second Bilum and Agnès B.  collaboration. The creative patterns come from hand selected recycled PVC billboards and the sturdy straps are made from recycled seatbelts, best of all, these hand crafted beauties acquire a patina not unlike that of the best leather. Look out for them starting in September.

Moving to other countries, we also find a certain “je ne sait quoi” to these sleek square bags, whether it’s a grey vegan leather number by Matt&Nat, or a padded natural rubber carrier by Amazon Life.

Another favorite is this Jacks&Marjorie saddle shaped bag, crafted from recycled duffle bags and military tent fabric. Finally, if you are truly feeling sporty and want to ride all the way into downward dog, look no further than this super chic faux croco yoga tote form Rozcoo.

Now, if only we could find a stylish solution to the helmet dilemma…

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