STEVE & ANNIE

I love that Steve reached out for a photo shoot. I wasn't shooting much for the blog the past couple years but with much patience from Steve I eventually met up with him and Annie for a really inspiring day of photos. Their interest in art and design made conversation easy. I had a rare moment of bike envy when he pointed out his spoke configuration and morbidly quiet belt drive (resulting in this rare moment of actual gear talk). The last note we left on was that they had to get back home to tend to a pizza crust they were waiting on. // Location: Out and About, Downtown, Vancouver, Canada // d.

VCC in PORTLAND

Photos by Chris Bruntlett (aka @cbruntlett) // Chris, our #CycleChicFilms producer, is a busy guy. One of his many film festival stops included Portland's Filmed by Bike. Read about his trip in depth here. // Location: out and about in Portland // d.

MCSPADDEN PARK

Location: McSpadden Park, Commercial Drive, Vancouver // d.

A GENTLEMAN

After shooting this, the guy turned around and introduced himself and offered to get me a beer. // Location: False Creek, Vancouver // d.

FRIDAY FRIEND CHIC: MELISSA

A couple weeks ago I asked my style co-conspirator Melissa if she'd help with the Takaokami Rainwear show at Vancouver Fashion Week. A bit of biking, catching up, beer and wine, and checking out some fashion opened my eyes to the fact that I don't see her nearly enough. This open and honest East Van mom writes about bike lifestyle, city life, and family at Velo Family Diaries. Have a read and follow her at @VeloFamilyYVR. // Location: Ontario bike route, Vancouver, Canada // d.

MAMA KNOWS

Location: Mount Pleasant, Vancouver // d.

TRIALS CHIC

Location: Olympic Village, Downtown, Vancouver. // d.

CROSSTOWN CHIC

Location: Crosstown, Downtown, Vancouver. // d.

I SEE YOU

It's blurry, I know. But you can see her see me through her shades. It's kinda funny. // Location: Seawall, Vancouver. // d.

SPRING. FINALLY.

Location: Gastown, Downtown, Vancouver // d.

GRASS SHOOT

Were you at the Cycle Chic Social a couple weeks ago? If so, you might have noticed a crazy bamboo bike on display there. The local company, Grass Frames, provided us this beautiful bike along with its rider for a VCC-style shoot. I love their attention to detail. // Location: Vancouver Terminal Station // d.

MACPHERSON CRATES // SARA

Spent a beautiful afternoon with lovely Sara, from Macpherson Crate Co. She lent us some crates for our new Cycle Chic video. These crates will be on display at Cycle Chic Social, June 29. I'm seeing these crates everywhere, including on a recent trip to Berlin. Quality and chic, just like Sara. // Location: Davie Street Co-op Gardens // d.

ITALIAN DAYS FESTIVAL

Opening Vancouver streets for a festival or party is a rare occurrence and an amazing chance to get out and be yourself. Location: Commercial Drive, Vancouver // d.

WHITE LINES

Location: False Creek, Vancouver // d.

MORE GASTOWN CHIC

Location: Gastown, Vancouver // d.

GASTOWN CHIC

When I asked her about her outfit, she said, "[...] I never give away my fashion secrets, but I will tell you that about half my ensemble is second hand." // Location: Gassy Jack, Gastown, Vancouver // d.

WAITING

Location: Main and 14th, outside JJ Bean // d.

CORA CHIC

Cora, (the Hong Kong marketing/PR guru) came back home to Vancouver for one short week, but made absolutely certain to squeeze some coffee time in with her favourite blog--us. We were introduced a long time ago by this fellow. Loving this photo set: Talula Denim Jacket from Aritzia, top from (212), Mavi jeans, i.t. shoes, Vlieger & Vandam bag from Jennyfleur, necklace from Dream, Raybans, and Viva bike; @coramau// Location: Musette Caffe, Downtown, Vancouver // d.

FIXED VANCOUVER

Location: Commercial Drive (top), Carrall Street (bottom), Vancouver, BC // d.

THROUGH THE GLASS

Photo by Victoria // Bike Basket by Macpherson Crate Company, Vancouver. // Location: On the corner, at Gene Cafe, Vancouver
EDIT: Thanks for the shout out guys! /d.