Rain gear

It rains in Portland. Our average rainfall is about the same as New York's, but the weather pattern manages to give us a long misty season - several months. It's chill, and nothing dries out, but it's not always rain as midwestern thunderstorm-lovers define it.

Still, no one wants to be uncomfortably damp day after day, particularly in an office environment. So, rain gear.


And if you think gawd, that's a lot to put on in a morning, please compare to this other commuter.

Baskets

Add a wicker basket to the front of any bike, and you've got carrying capacity and an old world feel. You just want to fill it with some bright flowers and an artistically placed baguette.


But really, baskets can be utilitarian, and built in. For instance, the "flat bed" front basket on this Belladona is artful and keeps stuff handy. I love the matching fenders.

Argyle Socks

I wonder if he got them at Sock Dreams?

Fishnet Stockings & Tatoos

Puffy Skirt

Commuting as you are

I don't have an issue with people riding to work in full lycra kits. I most often change from work-wear to bike-wear for the commute for comfort. The faux-fabric kit is certainly more comfortable for a long speedy exersize based ride. But if you're just heading to or from work, meh. Not everyone finds it necessary.

Dressed for work in full scrubs.

Dressed for safety in a reflective vest.

Undressed for the ride. Or something.

Pink Cruiser

Waiting at the lights on the pink cruiser.

Accessories

Fashion accessories: a basket to put stuff in






















A stylish leather trunk

Or the whole handbag and heels