While bike riding may have once just been seen as a popular pastime amongst the athletically-inclined, outdoor lovers, and the eco-friendly, in recent days, cycling has risen to prominence as one of the choice modes of transport in major cities worldwide. Besides the fact that bicycles are now conveniently offered in inexpensive city-wide bike share services from DC to Barcelona and in collapsible formats ideal for urban dwellers that provide simple transport and storage, the fashion world has also recently embraced the phenomenon and given biking a new and improved look.

From resurrecting bicycle shorts with a chic twist in the collections of Alexander Wang, Miu Miu, and Abaete, designers like DKNY have also utilized bicycles as part of its campaign (placing bright orange logo-emblazoned bikes around New York City), and fashionistas have created blogs featuring stylish cyclists. Lately, designers have even gone so far as to create limited-editions of their own favorite two-wheeled accessory.

Highlighting some recent and upcoming releases, psychoPEDIA brings you four fashionable bikes that would look good on the street or in your garage:

Acne x Bianchi Bicycle (Price TBD)
Swedish style-makers Acne have made a name for themselves by being at the forefront of high quality denim. And besides recently participating in a collaboration with Albert Elbaz of the French fashion house Lanvin for a limited-edition denim collection, the Stockholm-based line now joins forces with Italian bicycle manufacturer Bianchi to create editorial-worthy racing bikes-– which comes as no surprise since Acne’s Creative Director Jonny Johansson explains the inspiration behind the most recent “New Standard” collection as the image of a well-dressed working girl biking on her way to the office. Similar to the style of their apparel, the Acne bike focuses on a simplistic, classic frame. And while based on Bianchi’s original Pista bikes, Acne adds their contemporary touch in both bicycle models, offered in a men’s and women’s version, the first of which comes in a pink frame with drop curved handlebars and black suede seat, and the other (a bit smaller with straight handlebars) in a frame color of one’s choice from yellow, green, orange, pink, and chrome with a brown suede seat. Releasing at New York’s Acne Studios, both versions will be available in March by special order.

James Perse Cruiser ($2200)
LA-based designer James Perse, purveyor of mens and womenswear basics, creates West Coast-appropriate attire known for being the ultimate in comfort. And no different from his apparel essentials, his limited-edition Beach Cruiser bike provides the ideal complement to his casual wear. Modeled after the vintage frame first seen in the '50s and popularized in Southern California, this no-frills bike combines features like a hydroform steel frame, aged-leather seats and handlebar grips, coaster brake hub, and wide tires meant for treading sandy terrain. The single-speed cruiser is offered in four solid-color matte models-– black, burnt orange, gray, and white–- and are custom made by request in limited availability from James Perse boutiques in New York and Los Angeles.

Hermes x Batavus Bicycle ($3500)
Known for creating covetable leather goods– the likes of which even celebrities will join month-long wait lists to obtain-- the French fashion house now brings their fine craftsmanship of luxury goods to two-wheeled transport. In a collaboration with Dutch bike brand Batavus, Hermes has spruced up the traditional 3-speed “Old Dutch” frame– which still evokes the spirit of old world Europe-- with their trademark rich tan leather detailing on the seat, handlebar grips, and center tubes to complement the sleek frame. The bike’s features include a fully-covered chain case, front and back lights, as well as a rear cargo rack, suitable for setting groceries, books, or even the essential Birkin bag. Not only designed with the quality and function of a standard Batavus built to last, the classic Hermes touch also ensures that this accessory won’t go out of style.

Comptoir de Cotonniers Single & Tandem Bicycles ($813 and $1284)
Comptoir de Cotonniers may have only recently made their stateside introduction when setting up a US store five months ago in SoHo, but the French casual clothiers who focus on mother-daughter fashion are already known internationally for their street chic looks that combine "modernity and timeless sophistication." Now offering another product bound to look chic in the streets of New York to London, Comptoir de Cotonniers have created two bicycles, in a single and double-rider version that would make even non-cyclists want to convert to the healthy habit. Seemingly taking a direct cue from the famous sing-a-long, “Daisy Bell” when crafting their tandem bike, the charming bicycle built for two seems fit taking movie-moment-worthy rides down the cobbled streets of Paris while singing mother-daughter duets. And in both the tandem and single-seater alternatives, the bike features a bright red frame with a woven front basket that offers a traditional yet timeless look.