All of the above reasons and more are what put a bicycle at the top of my wish list at the moment. I can't believe it's already July and I still haven't jumped in and bought one. I dream of looking chic and Parisienne, gliding around in a summer dress like the girl below. All I need is a bouquet of fresh wild flowers and a baguette - and the bicycle, of course.

In addition to the fear of mad traffic and inhaling exhaust fumes, part of my hesitation is the whole question of bicycle storage. Bicycles in the hallway can be a nuisance and look so cluttered. Perhaps the right bike could be a piece of installation art as below?

Or, when all else look up for your inspiration will come from above... in this case, above the table on the wall! I love this clever storage idea, only problem is I don't think I'm
tall enough to get it down...

Whatever the delay, I've decided there's no need for further delay - I've made it my mission to find (or borrow my sister's) bicycle. Wish me luck!

Do you cycle to work or around town? Any tips or advice?