What I wore bike riding around Fearrington Village! Plus tips for picking out what to wear when hopping on a bike for a little exploring.
location: fearrington village // check out my fearrington village travel guide here
overalls {on sale, limited sizes} {similar, available in all sizes} // c/o similar shirt // sneakers // c/o hat // sunglasses // c/o watch // cuff
Who likes hopping on a cruiser bike and exploring a new spot? I do, I do, I do! Personally, I find it to be one of the best ways to explore a new city/town and incredibly fun. You’re able to cover more ground, you feel more of a breeze, and you look really stinking cute! While visiting Fearrington Village earlier this month, Morgan and I hopped on the cruiser bikes and did a little exploring. We had a blast, although it did take us awhile to get our bike legs back {anyone else feel like they’re riding a bike for the first time after months of not riding?}.
For the ride, I went with my trusty overalls, a simple popover shirt, sneakers, and a baseball cap. The combination was incredibly comfortable and functional. Two things needed when riding a bike! Especially if it’s for more than a short cruise.
overalls {on sale, limited sizes} {similar, available in all sizes} // c/o similar shirt // sneakers // c/o hat // sunglasses // c/o watch // cuff
When picking out what to wear for a bike ride, I highly recommend going with functionality first and foremost. In case you forgot, you’re going to be riding on a bike! You can’t be wearing a short skirt or dress you’ll be pulling at constantly. Flip flops may fall off. Heels or high wedges may cause you to loose footing and topple over. Therefore, I would say no to all of these items!
So what would I recommend?
Sneakers, ballet flats, or strap on sandals, would all be great options for footwear. Each of these styles are bound to stay on, give you a little support, and grip the petals a little better than the others mentioned above.
Overalls, shorts, jeans, or chinos are all items that would be functional and comfortable when riding a bike {as long as your shorts aren’t too short}. I would honestly put overalls at the top of that list. I found them to be so comfy while riding. Also, I didn’t have to worry about pulling them up or down during the ride, they stayed in place perfectly!
That’s really the perfect outfit for bike riding! You want to be stylish but comfort takes priority. I love those sneakers!
Thank you gal! It was truly so comfortable. Definitely agree with you! Thanks, they were a Nordstrom Anniversary Sale purchase.
xo Laura Leigh
Okay, you are the cutest in this outfit! I love it!
You’re so sweet! Thank you gal!
xo Laura Leigh
Love these overalls! I’ve been looking for a pair. And your bike matches your outfit š
– Katherine
Engineering In Style
They’re SO good! I truly could not recommend them enough. I find myself reaching for them quite often. Totally lucked out with that, it was not planned!
xo Laura Leigh
That outfit is so cute. It’s perfect for bike riding because you’re wearing jeans.
http://sugarcoatedbears.blogspot.com/
Thank you Courtney! Definitely agree, made it comfortable.
xo Laura Leigh
UMM you look adorable!! I love that pretty little bike with your overalls! I am dying for some for fall. And Fearrington really is the best – I know I already told you this, but we got married there and it was just perfect.
Maggie
http://www.polishedclosets.com
Thank you so much Maggie! I completely lucked out with the bike matching my outfit. I was quite excited haha. Right there with you on wanting fall. Especially after this past weekend in the mountains. I can only imagine how beautiful and special your wedding was. Fearrington is so sweet and endless details that are just truly incredible! Great choice in venue lady!
xo Laura Leigh
what a fun day!
It was!
xo Laura Leigh
You’re so right that footwear is important for bike riding!! Imagine us trying to get up that one hill in flip-flops hahaha.
-Morgan
How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com
Hahaaha that would have never happened! That’s for sure.
xo Laura Leigh
This looks like so much fun!! I love your cute biking outfit!
It really was! Felt like a kid again haha. Thanks lady!
xo Laura Leigh
You are the cutest! I am digging those overalls!
Thank you sweet gal! I know we both share a love for overalls. They’re just so good!
xo Laura Leigh
The perfect look for biking! You’re the cutest!
Aw thanks gal! It was comfy for sure!
xo Laura Leigh
Oh my goodness you look beyond adorable in overalls! Plus the plaid, sneakers, and baseball cap create this quirky, casual vibe that I love! Just too cute!
Aw thank you so much gal! You’re so sweet. Glad you’re a fan of the look as well!
xo Laura Leigh
Your outfit is darling! i LOVE THE LIGHT COLORS PAIRED TOGETHER.
XO LOGAN
https://peculiarporter.com
Aw thank you so much gal! I really appreciate it.
xo Laura Leigh
seriously such a cute outfit for bike riding!! Love it <3
Aw thank you Nita!
xo Laura Leigh
I’ve never had an opportunity to do something like this, but it sounds so fun!
~Hillary
http://www.styleinasmalltown.com
You definitely should! Rent a bike one weekend and explore your town or a surrounding town. It’s so much fun!
xo Laura Leigh