Bicycle revenge ideas

[IvonaDestroi]

Um, ok. ....but... isn't that the whole point?

Seriously though- this is like TOTAL roller derby style!!! The ripped fishnets, Catholic schoolgirl plaids, garters, striped tights, knee socks, combat boots, laced bustiers, studded T's, bullets.... You should be designing/producing clothes for roller derby!- it's a perfect match. Here's a forum page of a skating forum I'm on that has a lot of links to Derby punk/wh*re type fashion- check out the businesses that are currently producing this kind of gear- they are wild and cutting edge:
http://www.skatelogforum.com/forums/...d.php?p=127870
I'm hoping you don't have to be on that forum in order to see the page. Check into the links for roller derby gear that they are listing in the various posts.

So, but why can't you just wear all this same stuff when you're riding your bike, if you're wearing it on a daily basis anyway? I'm a bit confused...what is it that you need to be biking-specific? I assume you're not talking 50 mile rides here. Is it just the rain issue that poses a problem for you when you're riding around back and forth between school, work, store, etc? What is the clothing problem you need to solve?

Quit breathing all the spray paint fumes, girl- you'll get lung cancer in your 40's and it won't help your biking any!

Well, really that line has nothing to do with bicycling, It's just stuff I made in school, and the whoreshness level does exist, you're just not supposed to see their butts! I have worn a couple of those dresses to shows and rode my bike wearing them, but I usually wear shorts/capris underneath... It's ok but a bit constricting at times...

In terms of designing for derby, I have a friend in the breakers, she's always trying to get me to join. But those girls don't really buy derby specific clothing so much as make they're own outfits. A lot of it is related to that day to day style of punk rock type of stuff, which is why a lot of them wear it (they already own it!) I wear lottsa that stuff too, which is why I made it in school. You tend to want to stay in your comfort zone when you're learning, so that's sort of what happened to me. I definately want to branch out a bit further, punk rock is really not what I want to sell and design. In fact exploiting my culture poses some serious ethical threats to my mental well being.

These were just a few portfolio shots to show what I can do and what I have done, and really I havn't made that many pieces (most of school has been patternmaking/technical drawing/illustration/computerizerd patterns/grading/manufacturing type of stuff).

I'm not a hot topic shopper. Not by far! And if I ever get to the point where my clothes are getting sold there, well, then, you can just shoot me in the head!

I actually drew up a really cute idea for commuting pants, dunno if I'd call 'em knickers, If I saw them in a store I would totally rock them... They are made for commuting! With all sorts of cute little pockets and details that are super convenient. No lining or anything like that, just a cool pair of pants with some neat and convenient features.

That's the type of company I was looking for, that I couldn't really find, and when I found them I was gonna see what kind of innovative rain gear they might have. Seeing as how I couldn't find them, I decided to make em for myself. Hopefully I can make these water resistant somehow too... maybe wool? After graduation, that is...

I'd post em but they're not made yet and I don't wanna give away my idea on the internet

If you want I can PM you with my design concept, I'd love some constructive critisism. I just dont wanna post it for the whole world to see!

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I actually drew up a really cute idea for commuting pants, dunno if I'd call 'em knickers, If I saw them in a store I would totally rock them... They are made for commuting! With all sorts of cute little pockets and details that are super convenient. No lining or anything like that, just a cool pair of pants with some neat and convenient features.
That's the type of company I was looking for, that I couldn't really find, and when I found them I was gonna see what kind of innovative rain gear they might have. Seeing as how I couldn't find them, I decided to make em for myself. Hopefully I can make these water resistant somehow too... maybe wool? After graduation, that is...

Here are a few biking pants/knickers things being made...some of the companies cited on these websites make all kinds of cool casual 'working bike' wear:

http://www.bicyclefixation.com/blog/.../00000050.html

http://velocouture.wordpress.com/200...sonal-history/

http://commutebybike.com/2007/01/06/...hins-knickers/

http://www.momentumplanet.com/appare...lish-every-way

http://joyriderclothing.blogspot.com...by-pamela.html

[tulip]

Ivona, while I wouldn't be inclined to wear your line, I'm probably not your target demographic, either. But I love that you are exploring your creativity and inspirations freely. That is what you can do in design school. When you get out, you most likely will not find that freedom.

Enough with the snarky comments! Really.

[redrhodie]

I don't know if you know of Rapha. The clothes aren't "cute" or designed for women, but really beautiful. Out of my pricepoint, too!

http://www.rapha.cc/index.php?page=1

Not what you were thinking, I know, but I thought you'd find them interesting.

[Cataboo]

check out REI's house line of pants/capris. There's some of them with a lot of pockets. Any one that's a softshell or nylon with dwr will shed water. Not specifically made for biking. You could maybe look at patagonia. REI'll be cheaper than patagonia, but a lot of outdoor stores are clearing things out.

If you wanted to make your own waterproof pants - you can buy the waterproofing stuff that they use to renew DWR finishes on outdoor gear - check out nikwax. Spray that on something like nylon, and you'd be in reasonably good shape. The nylon'll quick dry.

http://www.rei.com/product/724688

[uforgot]

check out REI's house line of pants/capris. There's some of them with a lot of pockets. Any one that's a softshell or nylon with dwr will shed water. Not specifically made for biking. You could maybe look at patagonia. REI'll be cheaper than patagonia, but a lot of outdoor stores are clearing things out.

If you wanted to make your own waterproof pants - you can buy the waterproofing stuff that they use to renew DWR finishes on outdoor gear - check out nikwax. Spray that on something like nylon, and you'd be in reasonably good shape. The nylon'll quick dry.

http://www.rei.com/product/724688

And the REI rebate earnings just came out!

[Trek420]

check out REI's house line of pants/capris. There's some of them with a lot of pockets.

These are still my favorites:

http://forums.teamestrogen.com/showthread.php?t=23962

[shootingstar]

Though the fabric is plain (yawn-inducing ), it would be more suitable for outwear/rainwear:

http://www.seattlefabrics.com/

If I was still sewing, I would drop by.. I have noticed over the last few years many fabric/textile outlets just don't exist period. Even for me to find a local place in town that sells a two-way jacket zipper to replace broken ones, is not that simple/convenient anymore.

[uforgot]

I'm not domestic at all, but I do sew. I had to make all of my clothes when I was in High School and I don't think I've ever purchased ready made window treatments. So, I am also mourning the loss of fabric stores. They are really not out there any more. I teach in High School and they are also taking the sewing classes out of the schools. You used to be able to find any kind of fabric or notion, and now you really have to search for anything. The nearest decent fabric shop for me is 40 miles away.

[IvonaDestroi]

Though the fabric is plain (yawn-inducing ), it would be more suitable for outwear/rainwear:

http://www.seattlefabrics.com/

If I was still sewing, I would drop by.. I have noticed over the last few years many fabric/textile outlets just don't exist period. Even for me to find a local place in town that sells a two-way jacket zipper to replace broken ones, is not that simple/convenient anymore.

Yes I agree, around me there are a few fabric stroes but come hell or high water I can't find a decent plaid. You can get stuff online, but it's a hassle because first you need to order a swatch, wait for that to come, and then order your fabric and wait again. Plus swatches don't always give you a good idea of how the whole thing is going to look draped, esspecially with a print.

[Biciclista]

I like the striped kneesocks!

[jillm]

I like the striped kneesocks!

www.sockdreams.com will make you very very happy

[Biciclista]

www.sockdreams.com will make you very very happy

oooooooooooooooooooooooo I found some REALLY COOL SOCKS THERE
they have really improved their stock since the last time i looked, thanks!

[Selkie]

Ivona, while I wouldn't be inclined to wear your line, I'm probably not your target demographic, either. But I love that you are exploring your creativity and inspirations freely. That is what you can do in design school. When you get out, you most likely will not find that freedom.

Enough with the snarky comments! Really.

Thank you for saying it, Tulip.

Ivona, I started out as a Fine Arts major in college, but ended up switching to something more "practical." Continue to follow your dream.

About the revenge, keep in mind that what goes around, comes around. It's better just to let it go and forget it.

FWIW, this Old Punk Rock Girl/New Waver says punk is not dead. What was in Wal-Mart was not true punk. That was poser punk!