# Designer Cycle Shackles The Alexander Wang Bike Lock is Luxuriously Stylish By Meghan Young | Published 2012-02-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-wang-bike-lock References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/02/alexander-wang-bike-lock/) & [alexanderwang](http://www.alexanderwang.com/) For those who want to treat themselves and their bicycles to an expensive treat, the Alexander Wang Bike Lock is a great option. Although it can very well entice [bike thieves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosch-battery-lock) more than the bike itself, no one in their right mind would want to cut through its designer-approved couture chains. For the relatively affordable $145 USD price tag, the Alexander Wang Bike Lock is a burly shackle for cyclists everywhere. Measuring 22 inches long, it sports matte black chain links as well as a faux crocskin-wrapped brass lock. Part of the Alexander Wang Objects collection, it will step up anyone's [cycle accessory game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draken-bicycle-stand). Although not available for purchase yet, the Alexander Wang Bike Lock would make a [great gift](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2024). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Bike Accessories:** Creating high-end bike accessories could tap into the market of cyclists who want to treat themselves to luxurious and stylish products. - **Designer Security Solutions:** Designers integrating fashionable elements into security products like bike locks can provide a unique and stylish alternative to traditional security measures. - **Couture Chain Accessories:** Incorporating couture chains into accessories like bike locks can add a touch of high-fashion style to everyday items. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cycling Accessories:** The cycling accessories industry could explore the integration of luxury and fashion elements into their product offerings. - **Fashion and Design:** Fashion and design industries could consider expanding into the realm of security solutions, creating stylish options for consumers. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury goods industry professionals could explore opportunities to create premium security products like designer bike locks for affluent consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Helmet-Friendly Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abus-combiflex-travelguard.md) - [Impenetrable Cyclist Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litelok-x1.md) - [Discreet Connected Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laas-olock.md) - [Flexible Reinforced Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abus-goose-lock.md) - [Indestructible Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldylock-forever.md) - [Chrome Bottle-Attached Luxe Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biker-messenger.md) - [Collapsible Ultra-Secure Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-lock.md) - [Three-in-One Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-bike-lock.md) - [Theft-Thwarting Laptop Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laptop-lock.md)