Portraits of cyclists: Johanna & Caroline:"When I cycle, I like to recognize people and stop to chat"

"We are from Copenhagen. We cycle everyday to go to school and to work."

"Do you cycle when you visit cities abroad?"

"Sometimes, in Barcelona for instance. But it seems that Copenhagen is a better city to cycle thanks to the bike tracks. In some cities, it seems kind of dangerous."

"What do you like when you cycle ?"

"I like to be able to recognize people. Then, you can just give them a wave or stop to chat with them. You can also spot stores easily."

"I have lot of good memories of biking with friends around the city to go to a party."

The Bicycle Flower Pot

Flowers and bicycles go hand in hand. One of the loveliest events we've seen anywhere in the world is the Bicycle and Flowers Festival in Riga, Latvia. But what about if you want some permanent plant growth adding some green to your machine? And the Bicycle Vase just isn't big enough for your green thumb needs?

Two Danish designers, Mads Busk Larsen and Jacob Bang Korsholm have been thinking about this and they have developed a design for a bicycle flower pot. They were kind enough to let us test it out, above. The first thing we noticed is how many people smiled at us at red lights. Above, the flower pot looks lovely on the handlebar of my Bullitt cargo bike, together with the little wooden bike bell.


The flower pot is designed so that the small plants and flower pots you can buy at supermarkets will fit. With the earth and roots in a small fabric bag, the plant is stable in the pot. You can attach it to your handlebars, but there's no reason you can't attach it elsewhere on your bike, like on your back rack, for example.

While many Copenhageners park in bike sheds in their back yard, bikes are often parked out in the open, so the plant will grow under the same conditions as if it were in your garden.

Mads and Jacob are looking at a series of colours to suit different tastes. Colour coordination is always important.

We love the Bicycle Flower Pot. Nothing wrong with some more green in any city.


Of, course, if one lovely plant isn't enough, you need to go BIGGER.

Laidback Copenhagen by bike

Two Copenhagen bicycle chicas like what they see.

Classic chica rolling the streets of Copenhagen.

The laid back dude, the trendy haircut dude – and the classic casual dude.

Peace & Love,
a-g & www.cphblonde.com

Ps. Bicycle friendly Copenhagen - this sweet stranger saved my morning when the chain slipped on my Lady in Red:

Portraits of cyclists - Norwegian girl: « Don't forget to put a big basket in front of your bicycle to carry your handbag»

« I'm from Norway. In Copenhagen, I use my bike every day which I did not do in Norway».

« Do you have something to say to women who read the blog from abroad ? »

«You can all cycle, wear the clothes you want, even cycle in high hills. It's just a matter of practice. Don't forget to put a big basket in front of your bicycle to carry your handbag.»



More pictures of Copenhagen on Byliv in CPH. 

Ten Things To Do With Your Bike

Your bike ride can be anything from A-Z transport to a fashion statement. Here's some inspiration:


1. Hold on to your Love:



2. Dream you're a Circus Princess:



3. Give Quiche Lorraine a lift:



4. Mail that Love Letter:



5. Join the Carnival:



6. Tie that Yellow Ribbon with your friends:



7. Practice your Musical Skills:



8. Explore your Artistic Side:



9. Dry your Hair!:



10. Imagine you're a star in a French Film Noir:



Happy Cycling!

White as Snow

Snow or no snow White is sure to show up on Copenhagen's winter streets. Cool white always looks great in the cold. Here in fluffy, leather and down cuts.




Real Wow-outfit! Sharp, elegant combo with alternating white and natural brown.



Happy Cycling!

One Real Piece of Copenhagen Hunk - on wheels

Well, hello there ;) Just had to stop and talk to this guy, wanting to portray him so bad on this blog!

Mads Kornerup is the name of this cool, sweet – and creative man. He owns a jewelry company called Shamballa Jewels located in Ny Østergade 7.

His bag is a black python from Danish designer Birgitte Raben Olrik and Raben Saloner.

And his coffee is from The Coffee Factory at Gothersgade 21. Cosy, cool and highly recommendable!

This bracelet is a 18k rose gold tennis bracelet – love it.

The watch is a Linde Werdelin rose gold speedospeed.

And hello there… his bike is a Jaguar one.

Peace & Love,
a-g & www.cphblonde.com

Portraits of cyclists: Natalie - «I bike when I go shopping because it's easier to carry all the bags »

« I'm from Copenhagen and I bike during the week-end to come to the city center. »

« I bought my bicycle when I moved to Copenhagen. I use it mostly in my spare time when I go shopping like today because it's easier to carry all the bags thanks to the basket. »

Natalie is the fashion blogger of http://natulia.com/. Check out her looks and tips.

More pictures of Copenhagen on Byliv in Copenhagen.

Copenhagen Eye Candy

Copenhagen's cycle culture is probably our biggest attraction. Every Copenhagen street corner will surprise you with amazing eye candy. Grab a bench or steal a seat at a Café and enjoy the rolling Cat Walk.



Yeah. The boys can too!



Happy Cycling!

Women Rule!

Few Danes have any idea if more men or women are cycling our streets. However, in many cities abroad its often mainly men riding bikes. Here in Copenhagen women in fact rule the bike lanes in both numbers and style. Enjoy!




Well... Sometimes even Copenhagen women enjoy being chauffeur driven - pedicure next stop? ;-)



Happy Cycling!

Mister and Miss Copenhagen Black

Well, hello there ;) Mister Black & Handsome racing the streets of Copenhagen.

Miss Black – super cycle chic(k) walking her classic bike to… ? (O:

Copenhagen spring, spring, spring – enjoy it out there!

Peace & Love,

a-g & www.cphblonde.com

Ps. Here’s the not-for real Copenhagen Black – when you’re ready for some bad Danish/Norwegian humour… LOL, happy weekend!

Portraits of cyclists: «When I cycle, I appreciate more the city »

 « I'm from Copenhagen and I cycle every day. I don't own a car. This bicycle is my dad's bike. It's a Raleigh (from their Danish collection). He always talks about this brand. »

« I own a bike and not a car because it's easier to get around. Wherever you want to go to,  you can pretty much get there in 20 or 25 minutes. It's more convenient and you get some exercise. It's almost a meditative moment.»

« What do you like the most about cycling? »
« Compare to a car, I fell that I'm much more aware of my surroundings. I notice more details around me and I appreciate more the city.»




Have you noticed the shoes matching perfectly the scarf? ;-)



More pictures of Copenhagen every day on Byliv in CPH.

Summer Skirts

This summer skirts and dresses were everywhere in Copenhagen. Some in flamboyent colors. Many as short as they get.




Majestic pose and ride!



Happy Cycling!