# Activist Art Bicycles Be Cycle & Fashion's Designer Bikes Support Social Causes By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-07-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/be-cycle-fashion References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/web/incredible-links-29/) & [ifitshipitshere.blogspot](http://ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com/2010/06/be-cycle-fashion-12-designers-customize.html) Be Cycle & Fashion got together a group of designers to design bicycles that will be auctioned off for environmental and social causes. The bike collaboration represents the eco-committed and earth-responsible. More recently, designers have been creating luxury bicycles to get into the eco-conscious market. The designers involved were asked to design custom Peugeot bikes. Be Cycle & Fashion gives us some pretty incredible, intricate bikes -- see some of their designs above. **Implications** - In today's industry, the number of eco-conscious consumers is growing at a very rapid pace. These consumers are looking to invest in products that support a specific cause and that give back to those who are less fortunate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Eco-conscious Consumers:** The growing number of eco-conscious consumers presents an opportunity for businesses to develop products that support specific causes and give back to those in need. - **Luxury Bicycles:** Designers' focus on creating luxury bicycles taps into the eco-conscious market, offering innovative opportunities for businesses to cater to this niche. - **Activist Art:** The collaboration between designers and Be Cycle & Fashion showcases the potential for activist art to make a statement and raise awareness for environmental and social causes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Companies in the bicycle manufacturing industry can explore the market demand for luxury bicycles that cater to eco-conscious consumers, creating new revenue streams. - **Fashion and Design:** The collaboration between Be Cycle & Fashion and designers provides opportunities for fashion and design industries to align their products with social and environmental causes, attracting conscious consumers. - **Sustainable Products:** Businesses focusing on sustainable product development can collaborate with cause-driven organizations, such as Be Cycle & Fashion, to create eco-friendly and socially responsible offerings that resonate with consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Coffee Pod-Made Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycle.md) - [Collaborative Artistic Bicycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-carson.md) - [DIY Bicycle Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-wooden-bicycle.md) - [Pride-Celebrating Bike Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pride-artist-series.md) - [Lightweight Eco-Friendly Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srapide.md) - [Sustainable Artist Endeavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recasetify.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Designer Manual Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t-bike.md) - [Transforming Furniture Bicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outlaw-bike.md)