(not so) random links
-an undeniably cool fashion-related blog i stumbled on whilst doing some research on green transportation methods at work: copenhagen cycle chic - bike advocacy in high heels from the world’s cycling capital. we can learn from them, in a myriad of ways. makes me think of wardrobe_remix member hen power’s flickr community, velocouture. be stylish and sustainable at the same time —> ride your bike.
-vasiliisa of the suburban queen is truly, truly one of my absolute favorite fashion bloggers. i’ve fawned over her here before, and for very good reason: she’s forever pushing boundaries in her fashion writing, asking pointed questions about the subject, and as a result, she’s challenging our stereotypical beliefs and conventions regarding fashion, style, and beauty. she makes people think…and thinking is the most stylish thing one can do. in a recent missal, she asks: where are the images of the REALLY real people, the “overweight people…[or] people with (visible) disabilities or deformities[?]“…these people are rather underrepresented or not represented what-so-ever in fashion or on street fashion sites these days. and why?? beauty and style are not just exclusive to the tall + skinny + young + able-bodied.
November 29 2007 | Posted in (not so) random links, check this out!, culture-vulture, fashion musing, this inspires me!
November 29 2007 at 3:04 pm
AmberUgh, I should really post to w_r more. Now that I’m bike commuting I’m a lot more lazy about caring what I’m wearing for work since I have to haul clothing, accessories AND a handbag, the more stuff I carry sloooows me down.
December 2 2007 at 12:23 am
SarahThat Copenhagen site is fabulous! I traveled there early last year when it was literally freezing with ice & snow and I was blown away by the streets full with very well dressed bicyclists. I loved the idea that there bicycles are transportation again rather than athleticism or hobby (translate to mean not a lick of spandex). And did not impede style.
December 4 2007 at 4:54 pm
patricktricia– thanks for the bump! the velocouture group turns 1 yr old on Thursday.
— patrick
March 26 2008 at 10:31 pm
bits and bobbins » archives » (not so) random links[...] -cycle chic is hitting critical mass! (pun intended) it’s a good thing too: biking is good exercise, and good for the environment. forgo the odd spandex shorts, people: you can and should look stylish while pedaling around! make the effort! garner inspiration from the likes of london’s cycle chic, copenhagen cycle chic (who’s been mentioned here before, back in november!), and flickr’s velocouture. see also: this round-up of ridiculously cute bike baskets on cool hunting and check out: wardrobe_remix’s own madebytess, one of the most fabulous fashionistas on two wheels (or off!)… [...]