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The cycling industry hasn't solved the "I don't want to look sporty" problem. After twelve years, here's what I use instead.

Tired of hearing, “You really should get a helmet with MIPS”? I get it. Here’s what MIPS actually does and how to pick a stylish, certified bike helmet you’ll actually love to wear.

One of the first bike fashion tricks that I was determined to master was how to bike in a long dress. Given my love of dramatic – yet casual – dresses, I was determined to make it work. You know what gives me nightmares? When I ruin a great vintage score by getting the skirt caught up in my bicycle. And since if I can't bike in it,...

A special discount for Bike Pretty readers during Ivalieu's closing sale.

My modern bloomers make it easier to stylishly bike to and from the office and anytime in-between. Slip on under your skirt or dress so you can forget about nuisances like accidental flashing and thigh rub. I'm pleased as punch to return and share news of three new Ivalieu "eye-vah-loo" styles.

Introducing the Gold Premium Bike Helmet from Thousand! Magical things happen to your outfits when you take a practical item (like flat shoes, or say, a bicycle helmet!) and reinterpret them in a stand-out finish.