Biker fashion

Motorcycle clubs and biker culture are regaining appeal as consumers seek to add more thrill to ordinary lifestyles.
Edgy, tough motorcycle trends  and accessories appeal to people's inner rebel. ​

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It's true, many of the image-conscious urbanites get into the scene as a fashion statement, trying to replicate scenes from Easy Rider  or something they saw on Instagram - but many others learn the nuances of motorcycling as they get into the sport and end up becoming serious riders, tinkerers, and builders.
In a generation of millenials  that, having grown up surrounded by tech gadgets and an app for everything,  that actually wants to learn to do something with their hands.

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Motorcyclists have given us much more than the iconic black leather jacket.
From gentleman’s leisure activity  to rebel trademark, a history of the motorcycle trends has had  profoundly huge effects on our  culture and fashion. From Tweed suites to biker jackets, from safety goggles to aviators some things just remain timeless

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We’ve all seen the stereotypical biker, 6 ft tall, tats on both arms, biceps the size of Europe, leather waistcoat, boots, complete with leather biker wallets with chains  

Most motorcycle riders wear leather – lots of leather. Boots, chaps, vests, gloves, chain wallets, and leather jackets. The reason behind all this leather is not for looks, and it's not to appear threatening. It's all about protection
there is a saying in motorcycle culture that there are two types of riders: Those who have crashed, and those who haven't crashed yet. The Moto style trend  essentially lies in the between the  threshold of safety and functionality.  Even after decades, biker fashion is still considered quintessentially cool. A timeless look that came to represent individualism –and this irresistible spirit lives on in the work of some of today’s top designers Influenced by the freedom and resilience of the riders and the sleek design of motorcycles themselves

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The same influence is echoed in leather boots and more masculine outerwear, with a slightly softer edge for women.
For real bikers, it's all about cuts that are classic, rugged, and comfortable for long rides. Dickies and Levis are great because stand up against a lot of damage and is resistant to dirt, oil, and tearing  
these looks and style are always put second to safety, but the fact it looks bad ass goes without saying.

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Leather skull caps and  bandanas
Both fashionable and functional. The cloth head-ware protects the scalp from the sun, provides a cushion under a motorcycle helmet and keeps hair in place when riding a motorcycle. While providing a safety feature for the wearer, bandanas also allow motorcyclists to display their favorite colors, logos and brand names.  the marketplace for motorcycle helmets specifically built for women riders has increased exponentially over the past few years. Whether as a passenger or leading the charge at the head of the pack, female motorcyclists are quickly seeing the options for lady-specific motorcycle helmets

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• That explains the leather jackets and gloves. But why the chain wallets? Over time, the wallet can drop out unnoticed and not only is money lost, but ID, proof of insurance, credit cards lots of valuable things that take time and trouble to replace. With the chain wallet, this cannot happen
  

The leather gloves
​Often fingerless for summer wear -- make holding handlebars for hours more comfortable. There isn't a cruise control on a motorcycle, . The throttle is in your hand and you have it turned to the speed you want to go for the entire ride. That wears on the palm and tires the hand. The gloves provide comfort.

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Goggles or eye protection is often the law,  Think what happens if a bug hits you in the eye at 65 mph . Today you see most riders sporting stylish aviators or helmets with eye protection.

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BOOTS
​ Another part of motorcycle gear that has made it's way into mainstream culture is motorcycle boots. They also provide you with traction and protect the small bones in your feet in the case of a crash .The main rules when it comes to motorcycle footwear is to make sure they are sturdy, and they have over the ankle protection. Boots also provide protection from hot exhaust pipes and support the ankles better for mounting and dismounting your ride. Those cowboy boots and work boots are a great alternative too!

The chains that bikers use to link their wallets to their belt loops are a key crossover element. Similar chains -- but doubled in weight and tripled in number -- now adorn the jeans of pop-music and extreme-sports fans. And smaller versions of these chains decorate trendy boots, belts, handbags and miniskirts.

Biker fashion has permeated American design, slowly but steadily, during the past 80 years. Today, biker influence can be seen in surf and skateboard shops, in boutiques and in couture showrooms.

On the runway you constantly see these looks replicated
Fashion versions of the bike  jacket tend to be lighter and smaller than the real thing, and often featuring embroidery, glitz, even ruffles.Everything about biker gear -- zippers, rivets, buckles, laces -- is bigger and bolder than it really needs to be ​

From rivets, grommets and studs, all typical of biker gear, even  black lipstick and bandanas  are everyday looks for some .
Biker fashion is really coming into its own especially  for bikers that want functional protective gear; but gear that looks just as good on the bike as it does off it
There is a reason for everything the everyday  biker wears. Sure, it looks cool  and there is some really beautiful riding gear available but safety is always number one. ​