Mode of Freedom

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In my 3rd year of university, I was in Copenhagen for around half a year on the exchange program. On paper, I was there to study politics for a semester at the University of Copenhagen, but unofficially, my main priority was to get to know the place and to have as much fun as possible. That is understandable, considering I was an undergrad.

Fortunately, the Danish system is a much more relaxed and independent one as compared to ours, which means that I had a lot of free time to do whatever I want.

The main mode of transportation in Copenhagen is the bicycle. There are bicycle lanes everywhere, so its a great city to be on a bike. Besides, its cheap - perfect for the student. So, I got myself a small red & yellow mountain bike (I later found out its actually for kids *laugh*). I love it because of the sheer amount of freedom it afforded me. It was literally my first set of wheels, my first taste of independent transport

Although my bike served me exceptionally well and brought me almost everywhere, I couldn’t help lusting after the city bikes that the Danes were pedaling away on. Somehow they look so much more serene and chic.

I saw this a few days ago, and it got me all nostalgic:

I adore the chirpy shade of cherry. But the best part will have to be the gorgeous side pouches. A basket is really cute, but this one is in a whole other league.

This bicycle is part of Gucci’s Limited Edition for the 2008 Olympics (named 8-8-2008). The collection consists of a lot of red things, which frankly, I find rather gimmicky. Like not particularly tasteful souvenirs that are ridiculously expensive.

But the bike is pure love - for me at least

(Photo: Style Frizz)

2 wheels are quite enough,
Dottie

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