You'll be itching to dig out your bike when you get a load of these haute helmets. With the snowy months finally gone, it's time once again to take your bicycle on the open road and enjoy a physically rewarding daily commute. But, before you hop on that banana seat, make sure your cranium is well-protected and fabulously styled by choosing any one of these hip designs.
From mp3-blaring stunners to mohawk sporting head protectors, no matter what your style or destination there is a haute helmet to suit your needs. Finally, your safety gear doesn't have to compromise your style. Choose the head wear of your dreams and make a statement on and off your bike.
Enjoy the feeling of coasting effortlessly on your trusty set of environment-friendly wheels, while sporting a look you can be proud of, thanks to your hip helmet.
100 Haute Helmets
From Hand-Painted Head Protectors to Coif Cling Eliminators:
Susan Keefe — Apr 10, 2012 — Art & Design
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Peculiar Protective Scullcaps
Helmet Experiments by Igor Mitin are Creative Cranial Caps
99
Brainy Helmets
'Good' Advertising Agency Puts Art on Motorcycle Helmets
98
Lethal LEGO Body Armor
Lego Enthusiast Benny Culkin Creates Halo-Inspired Body Armor
97
Gladiator Fashion Accesories
The Rock and Bone Collection Features Designer Wares for Warriors
96
Mohawk Helmets
Fashion Photographer Matt Irwin Adds Edge to Young Models
95
Geeky Biker Headgear
The Tigerpause444 Custom Motorcycle Helmets Will Solidify Your Nerd Status
94
Studio 54-Inspired Headgear
A DIY Disco Helmet Makes a Two-Wheeled Commute Super Groovy
93
Nut Noggin Helmets
GOOD Motorcycle Helmets are Extremely Creative and Generally Awesome
92
Melon Head Protectors
The Nutcase Watermelon Helmet Offers Fruity Cranial Security
91
Stylish Asymmetrical Headgear
The Women's Luxy Vespa Helmet Enhances the Look of Your Hair
90
Sci-Fi Head Protectors
Jenn Hall's R2D2 Helmet Shows Her Inner Geek
89
Protective Neon Lookbooks
The Ituen Basi Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection is Super Chic
88
Geeky Gamer Helmets
The Master Chief Halo Mask is for Dedicated Cosplayers
87
Futuristic Sport Headgear
The New Voztec Helmet May Revolutionize Tramuatic Head Injuries
86
Scuba Oxygen Helmets
The 'Immersed Senses' Helmet Enhances the Diver's Experience
85
Disaster-Resistant Recording
The Vio Pov HD by Rio is a Camera Built to Survive Almost Anything
84
Chic Cranium Care
Cruise Down the Road Stylishly with HelmetDress Protective Gear
83
Badass Superhero Armor
The Medieval Batman Armor by the Price Armory is Epic
82
Hand-Painted Head Protectors
Belle Helmets Make Safety Gorgeous
81
Couture Helmet Headgear
The Alex Dunstan NEO2 Editorial Features Biker-Inspired Accessories
80
Sci-Fi Steampunk Masks
Paul McCue Gives Pop Culture Robot Characters a Victorian Makeover
79
Haute Helmet Headgear
These Lou Mistraou Winter Hats Provide Winsome Warmth
78
Anti-Concussion Helmets
The Michael Princip Bulwark Helmet Boasts Safety Technology
77
Pilot-Inspired Headgear
Diesel x AGV HI-JACK Helmet Takes Aviation Equipment to the Road
76
Fantasy Face Helmets
Customization Makes for Interesting Motorcyle Helmet Airbrushing
75
Illuminating Head Protectors
The Aura Commuter Cycle Helmet is Both Stylish and Safe
74
Fedora Bike Helmets
The Yakkay Helmet Offers a Stylish Bike Riding Accessory
73
Battle-Ready Lookbooks
The Aurelio Costarella Autumn Winter 2011 Collection is Glamorously Fierce
72
Inflating Head Cushions
The Inflatable Helmet Pad Provides a Snug Fit at All Times
71
Stylish Skull Shields
The Wallmann Bike Helmet Keeps Your Head and Fashion Sense Safe
70
Story-Telling Headgear
Jonathan Robson Designs a LEGO Helmet That Reads to Kids
69
Helmet-Head Menswear
The David Del Rio Fall/Winter 2012 Plays Dress up with Plastic Hair
68
City-Specific Eco Helmets
Fuseproject Creates Protective Caps for the City of New York
67
360-Degree Viewing Helmets
Soldier Centric Imaging via Computational Cameras Offer Superman Sight
66
Sun-Powered Headgear
The Solar Ski Helmet Charges Your Gadgets
65
Shock Bonnets
Xenith X1 Football Helmet Cushions Impacts With Air
64
70s-Inspired Head Protectors
The Disco Ball Helmet by Natalie Walsh is Fit for Studio 54
63
Street Slick Cranium Gear
Speed through the Road Wearing the Suave Brembo Helmets
62
Anti-Hero Helmets
Latest Line of Atelier Ruby Helmets is Inspired by Steve McQueen
61
Hair-Growing Helmets
Apira Science's iGrow Helmet Kills the Comb Over
60
Massaging Helmets
The Headtime Scalp Massager by Kinatech Soothes Your Noggin
59
Luxury Sci-Fi Safety Gear
The TRON Helmet from Ruby Ensures a Safe Lightcycle Ride
58
Designer Cycling Headgear
Ride in Style with the Paul Smith Giro Bike Helmets
57
Luxury Designer Helmets
The Lagerfeld Motorcycle Helmet Takes Safety to Stylish Heights
56
Bacteria-Beating Busbies
The Yamaha Oxi-Sanitation Ad Campaign Addresses a Common Helmet Issue
55
Auctioned-Off Art Helms
Green Parks are Supported by Sales of Madison and Bell Helmets
54
Artistic Bike Helmets
SURU LA's Charity Art Show Displays Protective Masterpieces
53
Geeky Gamer Headgear
Ben Caulkins Creatively Designs the Master Chief Helmet with LEGO
52
One Size Fits All Helmets
The Regenerative Helmet Perfectly Fits and Protects Your Noggin
51
Self-Slaughtering Helmets
Sebastian Errazuriz's Do It Right (Clean Suicide) Thinks of Others
50
Personalized Helmets
Nutcase Supports Your Style While Saving Your Brain
49
Hi-Tech Racing Helmets
The Shoei X-Spirit II Tomizawa Replica Pays Homage
48
Commemorative F1 Headgear
Michael Schumacher Gold-Plated Helmet Celebrates 20 Years
47
Slick Lunar Headgear
The Death Spray Custom Helmet Niqab has Fast Biking Forged In
46
Luxury Scooter Gear
Karl Lagerfeld and Les Ateliers Ruby's Limited Edition Helmets
45
iPod Helmet Cams
The Rampant View Strap Uses Your iPod Nano to Record the Action
44
Crystal-Studded Helmets
Swarovski Teams With New York Yankees For Swanky Safety
43
Conjoined Sports Equipment
Jooyoun Paek Creates Poetry and Sports Hybrids
42
Bug-Eyed Biker Helmets
Qubus Ceramic Motorcycle Helmet for Prague Designblok
41
Hallucination Helmets
The 'lifeClipper' Lets Users Visualize a Psychedelic Augmented Reality
40
Daring Demon Editorials
The Julius Pfister for the Tendencias Shoot Plays Devil's Advocate
39
Foldable Bike Helmets
Overade by Agency 360 Conveniently Becomes Compact
38
Coif Cling Eliminators
The Airhead Helmet Insert Helps Bikers Avoid Helmet Hair
37
Dragon-Slaying Gamer Garb
The Viking Helmet is Geek-Chic
36
Techno Star Costumes
DIY Daft Punk Helmet Doesn't Miss a Beat
35
Light-Up Bike Helmets
The Mobo 360 LED Helmet Protects Your Noggin and Illuminates in Style
34
Retro Helmet Sculptures
Masataka Kurashina's Flame Frame is More Creative Than Protective
33
Bluetooth Bike Helmets
The Cardo Systems BK-1 Provides Hands-Free Entertainment and Communication
32
Chainmail Skull Savers
The Zero5 Ski Helmet Keeps You Sharp and Safe on the Slopes
31
DIY DJ Helmets
Harrison Krix Makes an Epic Replica of the Daft Punk Helmet
30
Ballooned Biker Helmets
The Bell Jet Bubble Visor Captures the Cool of Motorcyclists
29
Luxury Car Helmets
The NewMax Ferrari Helmet Heps You Protect Your Dome in Style
28
Brain-Saving Helmets
The Lazer Superkskin Helmet Protects Your Pretty Face and Brain
27
Stench-Releasing Safety Gear
The Odor-Emitting Helmet Smells when it is Damaged
26
Bedazzling Skiing Accessories
Shine & Glitter on the Slopes in the Crystograph Bogner Ski Helmet
25
Recyclable Bike Helmets
The Anirudha Surabhi 'Kranium' is Made Out of Cardboard
24
Mutant Movie Memorabilia
Raul Tumba Crafts Magneto's Helmet From X-Men: First Class
23
Sensory Spam Helmets
The Information Overload Filter Blocks Sounds and Images You Wish to Ignore
22
Badass Reflective Helmets
The Yingxiong Series by Robert Longo is Inspired by Top Gun
21
Army Helmet Art
Fred Conlon's Metal Helmet Sculptures are Battle-Ready
20
Fashionable Biking Helmets
Who Made Id Makes Bike Safety Look Good
19
Transforming Helmets
Scorpion EXO-900 is an Extreme Protective Sports Dream
18
Gilded Head Guards
The Notre Dame Gold Helmets are Pricey Painted Protectors
17
Hair-Cutting Helmets
The Shaving Helmet Gets the Job Done Without Mishap in 20 Seconds
16
Illuminated Bike Helmets
Lazer Helmets' Urbanize N' Light for Happy Heads
15
Stunt-Capturing Cameras
The Amazing Helmet Hero Wide Camera by GoPro
14
Hilarious Massage Hats
The uCrown 2 is Definitely a Head Scratcher
13
Cooling Helmets
In an Accident, the ThermaHelm Puts the Brain on Ice
12
Iconic Droid Hats
Burton x Star Wars R2D2 Helmet Adds to the Sci-Fi Collection
11
Music-Reactive Headgear
This Rave Helmet Would Make the Techno Viking Himself Proud
10
Mind-Controlled Missiles
The Striker Integrated Display Helmet Shoots On Sight
9
Breakaway Biker Helmets
The Splinter Motorcycle Helmet is Designed to Save Lives
8
Motorbike Moisture Gadgets
Motorcycle Helmet USB Humidifier Lets Off Some Steam
7
Action-Packed Recorders
The X170 Action Camera Will Immortalize Your Near Death Stunts
6
Bejeweled Biker Headgear
The Lorenzo Valencia Helmet is Slathered in Swarovski Crystals
5
Wearable Bird Feeders
The Double Feeder Hummingbird Hat Attracts Attention, Protects Your Dome
4
Turn Signal Brain Bonnets
The Blink Bike Helmet Keeps Bikers Safer During Night Rides
3
Carnivorous Cranium Covers
The Shift Racing Agent Double Bypass Helmet Isn't for Vegans
2
Halo Bike Helmets
The Angel Bicycle Helmet Provides a Ring of Light for Safety
1
Protective Pitcher Headgear
The Easton-Bell Pitching Helmet Prevents Head Injuries in Baseball
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Alluring Pirate Pictorials
The 'Stories From The Sea' Editorial is Artful and Avant-Garde
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Sebastian Colombo Illustrates Various Incarnations of Superman
Shapely Female Superhero Portraits
Marcio Takara Draws Lady Crime Fighters with Impossible Curves
Peculiar Protective Scullcaps
Helmet Experiments by Igor Mitin are Creative Cranial Caps
Puny Comic Protagonists
Ryodita Renders Geeky Characters at Half their Original Size
Badass Beauty Shoots
The Natasha Poly Vogue Spain November 2011 Issue is Dangerously Daring
Young Mafioso Editorials
The Miles McMillan for Viktor Magazine Shoot is Mobster Inspired
11 Steamy River Viiperi Editorials
From Couture Cover Boys to Crimson Colored Briefs
Summer Road Trip Campaigns
The Bershka Spring/Summer 2012 Lookbook is Carefree
Lazy Sunday Street Styles
Giacomo Cosua Captures the Best Fashion from Across the Pond
Costumed Children Cartoons
Amy Mullen Illustrates Kids Dressed as Beloved Superheroes
Wooden Retro Bicycles
The Sman Cruiser Combines Creativity with Carpentry
Fiery Superhero Fan Art
Dave Wilkins Packs His Images with Explosive and Gory Flair
Texture-Infused Shoots
The SID Magazine Another Side Editorial Proves More is More
Sharp-Shouldered Masculine Fashion
Unsung Heroes Features Branko Popovic's Incredible Designs
Architectural Menswear Editorials
The Nicolas Ripoll for Glamcult Shoot Has Movement and Shape
Crimson-Clad Chaps
The Dennis Johnson & Jules Hamilton GQ Russia Shoot is Red Hot
Giant Disco Ball Structures
The Shadow Pavilion Design Uses Over 100 Pieces of Aluminum
Plastic Comb Crowns
The Christopher Shannon Spring 2012 Collection is Eccentric
Nostalgic Childhood Paintings
Doug Bloodworth Renders Kid Favorites in Photorealistic Manner
Swapped Costume Superheroes
Goenetix Mixes up Comic Apparel in 'Bad Laundry Day' Series
Techy Two-Wheelers
The Peugeot DL122 Bicycle Features a Handy Laptop Carrier
Superhero Silhouette Posters
Lily's Factory Produces a Series of Shadowy Comic Book Graphics
Data Sports Shades
MOD Ski Goggles Load up Stats in Real Time Down the Slopes
Minimalist Superhero Metropolises
Greg Guillemin Shows Vigilantes Protecting City Silhouettes
Stylish Asymmetrical Headgear
The Women's Luxy Vespa Helmet Enhances the Look of Your Hair
Sci-Fi Brass Sculptures
Bellino Alain Recreates Darth Vader's Helmet Using Fancy Junk
Princess Cooking Fashion
Make a Meal Wearing the Zelda Apron
Futuristic Sport Headgear
The New Voztec Helmet May Revolutionize Tramuatic Head Injuries
Pop Culture Equations
Maths by Mattcantdraw Breaks Down Characters into Simple Steps
Real-World Gaming Rides
Life-Sized Mario Karts Debut at the 2011 LA Auto Show
Historical Sci-Fi Gentlemen
Terry Fan Crops Stars Wars Characters' Heads Onto Dapper Bodies
Hand-Painted Head Protectors
Belle Helmets Make Safety Gorgeous
Edible Fixie Bicycles
Fabian Orhn & Joakim Hedblad Create a Bike out of Fruit and Vegetables
Painterly Comic Book Renderings
Nacho Molina Uses Geeky Characters as Muses for Sophisticated Art
Couture Helmet Headgear
The Alex Dunstan NEO2 Editorial Features Biker-Inspired Accessories
Sci-Fi Steampunk Masks
Paul McCue Gives Pop Culture Robot Characters a Victorian Makeover
Youthfully Dapper Captures
José Morraja Shoots One Refined-Looking Editorial
Dual Personality Campaigns
The Pizza Planet Ads Show Two Sides to Each Slice
Hotel Hooligan Editorials
The Appolo Novo 'Too Young To' Shoot Features Brightly Hued Streetwear
Recycled Cycle Challenge Films
'Making of Orto Bikes' Video Shows 20 Artists, 20 Bikes in 10 Days
Slicked-Out Imperial Cosplays
Carbon Fiber Stormtroopers Gives the Characters a Badass Makeover
Child Superhero Ensembles
Darren Tibbles Illustrates The Avengers as Playground-Sized Toddlers
Slithering Steampunk Organisms
Sculptures By Michihiro Matsuoka are Far from Your Average Toy
Sci-Fi Heart-Shaped Helmets
Anthony Petrie Makes Geeky Valentines For Nerdy Lovers
Shoe-Covered Face Masks
The SneakerTrooper Helmet Gets the Full Footwear Treatment
Rocket-Like Trikes
The Monasco Concept Bike Exudes a Competitive Edge with a Casual Elegance
Elegant Earthy Casual Wear
The Whyred Fall/Winter 2012 Line Will Have You Looking Sharp
Speed Racer Runways
The Moncler Gamme Bleu Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Sensationally Sporty
Adventure-Capturing Covers
Optrix HD Sports Case Gets Extreme with iPhone Users
Bicycle Beer Sadlebags
The 6 Pack Bike Bag Allows Riders to Carry Multiple Drinks
Deflated Disco Balls
Rotganzen's 'Quelle Fete' 2012 Installation is Sad and Tired
Android-Operated Cycles (UPDATE)
The Shadow eBike 2.0 Contributes Thrust and Records Your Rides
Helmet-Head Menswear
The David Del Rio Fall/Winter 2012 Plays Dress up with Plastic Hair
Sun-Powered Headgear
The Solar Ski Helmet Charges Your Gadgets
Quirky Colorful Menswear
The F.S.Z SS12 Collection is Eccentric, Eclectic and Ethnic
Disheveled Currency Campaigns
National Forum for Animal Protection and Defense Asks For Funding
Revealing Rooftop Editorials
Rick Day Showcases Model Kevin Baker in His Latest Work
Elongated Trucker Hats
The 'Nuevas Pistas' for El Periodico Fashion Story is Electric-Hued
Futuristic Batman Shoots
The Manuscript Magazine Dark Knight Shoot is Leather-Clad
Tentacled Sci-Fi Helmets
Aaron Jasinski Throws Octopus Appendages onto Star Wars Masks
Bacteria-Beating Busbies
The Yamaha Oxi-Sanitation Ad Campaign Addresses a Common Helmet Issue
Auctioned-Off Art Helms
Green Parks are Supported by Sales of Madison and Bell Helmets
Diverse Crown-Adorning Shoots
The Fashion156 'Headwear' Editorial Shot by Fabrice Lachant
Projected Backseat Entertainment
GEELab Creates a Holographic Game for Children in the Car
Self-Slaughtering Helmets
Sebastian Errazuriz's Do It Right (Clean Suicide) Thinks of Others
Retro Gamer Christmas Trimmings
The 8-Bit Holiday Wreath Pays Homage to Early Video Games
Commemorative F1 Headgear
Michael Schumacher Gold-Plated Helmet Celebrates 20 Years
Planet Ravaging Campaigns
The Revista Planeta Ad Serves up Destructive Dishes
Intergalactic Vigilante Mash-Ups
The Batman Darth Vader Cosplay is Epically Geeky
Sleek Angle-Less Cycles
CHERUBIM Air Line Racers are Curvy and Slick
Gamer Keychain Lights
The Portal LED Flashlights are Both Fun and Practical
Helmet-Haired Catwalks
The Martine Rose Fall/Winter 2012 Collection Transports You to Last Decade
Multitasking Mineral Campaigns
The Solgar VM-2000 Multivitamin Ads Would Have You Doing More
Daring Demon Editorials
The Julius Pfister for the Tendencias Shoot Plays Devil's Advocate
Stylish Steampunk Boots
These Kicks by Alex Steshak are Chic
Foldable Bike Helmets
Overade by Agency 360 Conveniently Becomes Compact
Dragon-Slaying Gamer Garb
The Viking Helmet is Geek-Chic
Anatomical Chopping Appliances
Sebastian Errazuriz Will Give You Shivers in the Kitchen
Doodled Dog Campaigns
The Pictionary 2011 Ads Show the Game in Real Life
Steampunk Designer Goggles
Alrick Sunglasses Update a Classic Contemporary Twist
Bluetooth Bike Helmets
The Cardo Systems BK-1 Provides Hands-Free Entertainment and Communication
Ballooned Biker Helmets
The Bell Jet Bubble Visor Captures the Cool of Motorcyclists
Creepy Masquerade Campaigns
This Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2012 Ad is Spooky
Crude Phallic Campaigns
The Aides Protect Yourself Ads Promote the Use of Condoms Every Time
Mutant Movie Memorabilia
Raul Tumba Crafts Magneto's Helmet From X-Men: First Class
Sensory Spam Helmets
The Information Overload Filter Blocks Sounds and Images You Wish to Ignore
Terrifying Toon Mashup Trailers
'The Lion King Rises' Trailer has Simba Watching Over Gotham City
Badass Reflective Helmets
The Yingxiong Series by Robert Longo is Inspired by Top Gun
Three-Wheeled Downhill Sports
Trike Drifting is Like Mario Kart in Real Life
Motion-Tracking Game Consoles
The Xbox Prestige Features Built-In Kinect Sensors
Gilded Head Guards
The Notre Dame Gold Helmets are Pricey Painted Protectors
Superhero Service Charges
Superhero Tip Jars Bring in More Moolah for Brooklyn's 'Depanneur'
Luminous Vigilante Lights
The Batman Night Light Helps Rooms Glow with Justice
Hard Liquor Hats
The Wiesnhelts Are the Perfect Safety Accessory for Oktoberfest
Changing Color Campaigns
The Rockford 2011 Ads Urges Us to Change Our Skins Come Spring
Iconic Droid Hats
Burton x Star Wars R2D2 Helmet Adds to the Sci-Fi Collection
Brain-Analyzing Headwear
The Magnetic Resonance Helmet Diagnoses Neuro-Signaling Patterns
Music-Reactive Headgear
This Rave Helmet Would Make the Techno Viking Himself Proud
Time-Travelling Steampunk Weaponry
The Post-Apocalyptic Nerf Maverick is Super Badass
Bike-Donating Ads
The Pedal with Pride Campaign Promotes a Cyclothon to Help Indian Children
Car-Free Auto Campaigns
Take the Family Off-Roading with the Kia Sportage
Internet Gaming Controllers
The Google Chrome Gamepad Aims to Expand Browser-Based Activities
Cutout Mask Campaigns
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Icon Covered Brain Teasers
The App Cube Ushers the Rubik's Cube into the Modern Era
Monotonous Mobile Games
The Desert Bus App Lets You Experience Life as a Tour Bus Driver