Best Bike to Work Clothing for Arriving in Style

Bike to Work Day – May 19th this year, 2023 – gives many people a great reason to reignite their love of riding to work or encourage them to take on a two-wheeled commute for the first time. Of course, cycling to work can call for quite a bit of preparation. Besides bike maintenance, physical fitness, and getting comfortable with urban cycling, a big obstacle to commuting by bike is having suitable bike to work clothing.

In fact, many will tell you that you don't need any special clothes at all to ride a bike to work. Just something comfortable, preferably moisture wicking, and maybe layers you can add and subtract from your outfit to deal with changing temperatures and the possibility of wet weather.

But if you need to look professional at work, and sometimes join friends to relax after hours, you'll want something suitable for each part of your busy day. Changing and keeping track of clothing starts to be a logistical challenge. Additionally, if you are commuting by bike regularly or seeking to start, you're going to expect more from your bike to work clothing.

Here’s your guide to the best pieces in our Spring/Summer line that we recommend adding to your bike to work wardrobe

Wouldn't it be great if one outfit could do it all? Moving smoothly from a morning ride, through a day at the office, to an evening on the town is a lot to ask of an outfit. Comfortable to ride in means the cut and fit has to be just right, with good moisture control, and comfort through a range of temperatures; fitting in at the workplace means striking the right balance of all-day comfort and professional appearance. To make the transition to evening, you'll need something with extra personality.

Not many pieces can do all that, but we created the Cyclo Dress and carry a range of one-piece wonders from Krimson Klover, Maloja, and Benares that were designed with these challenges in mind. 

Cyclo Dress: Light, breathable, UPF 50+ and made to move with you all summer long and from one activity to the next. Equipped with a hidden, front zipper for increased ventilation and a classic, a-line cut so you always arrive sweat-free and in style.

Emma & Piper: Thoughtfully designed by Krimson Klover, these adventure-ready, travel weight styles feature built-in bras and soft, stretchy, and lightweight performance fabrics to keep you comfortable and gently supported no matter where you’re headed. Oh, and of course they have pockets!

Nuova & Adventure Multi Sport Dresses: If you decide to play hooky and take the scenic route, you can seamlessly stroll into a meeting wearing one of Maloja’s elevated active dresses without anyone knowing you were just in the saddle. 

Dolman Dress: A very bike friendly silhouette and a fit that is as flattering as it is forgiving makes the Dolman Dress from Benares easy-peasy to carry in your bike bag.

Soleil – sun protection and versatility make a great bike to work clothing choice

The Soleil collection is another line with great qualities for bike to work clothing – performance fabrics, built in UPF 50+ protection, great comfort and versatility, and dresses up and layers wonderfully. If you did want to ditch your Soleil upon arriving to work, it folds up to nearly nothing and is wrinkle resistant so you’ll still look polished for the trip home.

"My Soleil cycling tops are the best. Not only do they protect my fair skin from the sun, but also allow me to go right from bike to desk and still look well dressed.  If I pair the top with a cardigan or blazer, I'm even ready for a meeting or lunch." - Terry Customer Service Queen, Lisa 

Some of our other bike to work clothing favorites:

Liners - your best option for turning anything into cycling wear

We have a most impressive lineup of liners, ready to be combined with your favorite pieces so you can commute—and even go the distance—in comfort. Integrating a padded liner into your existing wardrobe is one of the easiest ways to go bike mode in a flash.

Cyclo Brief 2.0 - Lowest profile liner, with minimalist Reticulated Chamois.	Performance Liner - Best choice for serious cycling and lengthy commutes, paired with our premium Flex Air chamois.
Aria & Aria 8 Inch - Designed for those who want a liner with one of Terry's more comprehensive Italian chamois (Fleet Air) for longer riding options. Available in your choice of 6.5 inch or 8 inch inseam.	Mixie Liner - Transforms streetwear into bikewear and coordinates beautifully with our Mixie Skirt.

Shop all bike liners here.

Below-The-Knee & Baggy Bike Bottoms 

The longer length and tapered-but-not-tight fit make these BTK bottoms very work appropriate while providing comfort and protection for commuting, trail riding, hiking, or travel.

Vista BTK - The lightweight stretch woven fabric is durable for daily use in the city or the backcountry; where you ride it is entirely up to you. The Vista BTK employs pull-on styling with a wide stretch waistband to easily and comfortably accommodate a wide variety of body types and comes equipped with a removable and minimalist, Cyclo Brief 2.0 liner. 16.75 inch inseam.

Metro BTK - A full length gusset through the crotch makes it very pedal friendly and having a detachable, padded Universal liner and all kinds of pockets allows you the freedom of wearing it on the bike and beyond. Made from recycled polyester, it’s lightweight, durable, and quiet in motion. 16.5 inch inseam. View the full Metro line for more commuter savvy styles.

Joanie Capri - A Terry Staff Favorite, the Joanie Capri by Club Ride is padless so you’re free to pair it up with your favorite liner or wear it solo and enjoy the easy fit construction. 16.5 inch inseam.

Pair the Joanie Capri with the Bandara Top to complete your bike to work ensemble. The feminine and forgiving fit and pearl snap buttons make it look more like a blouse than a cycling jersey, but don’t let that fool you: it’s made with a lightweight, quick-drying, UPF 50+ stretch woven fabric, and features a hidden zippered pocket, breathable mesh panels, and reflective accents.

Cycling Skorts & Skirts

Skorts and Skirts have long been a pillar in our go-anywhere and do-anything approach to cycling apparel. Our Metro Skort and Rover Skort are particularly versatile and primed for commuting because they combine the clean lines and sophisticated femininity of a skirt, with performance packed, detachable liners that can be shed when it’s time to clock into your work day.

Mixie Skirt - Coordinates beautifully with any liner or short, but pairs particularly well with the Mixie Liner.	Zipper Skirt - Quick drying and easy to care for.
Mixie Ultra Skirt - Snap closures provide more coverage and flexibility of use.	Wrapper Skirt - Simple wrap-style skirt, available in sizes XS-3X.

Our Mixie Skirt, Mixie Ultra, Wrapper Skirt, and Zipper Skirt are considered to be the ultimate commuter and travel staples by many. Modest in length and ready to be thrown over your spandex or into your bike bag at a moment's notice, they are clever, quick cover companions that help ensure you’re within dress code.

Check out our full selection of cycling skorts & skirts here.

Tees With Technical Prowess

Tech Tank	Tech Tee Flow Long Sleeve	Tech Tee Flow Short Sleeve

Casually styled yet packed full of performance, our Tech Tee line provides a street smart approach to bike apparel. Beyond the loose, flowing fit, the magic is in the moisture wicking, sun protective fabric we use to keep you cool and dry throughout your commute, work day, and happy hour festivities.

“The Tech Tee Flow Long Sleeve is such a comfortable, lightweight shirt. The first time I wore it, I used it as an undershirt for my scrubs. I was crazy comfortable but disappointed no one could see the cute design. As the weather gets warmer, I’ll be wearing it out for all my spring bike rides. I can’t wait!” - Rated 5 stars by Terry Customer, Chris M.

Tailwinds and happy travels! May all your bike to work clothing serve you well for bike month and beyond.