French luxury fashion label Yves Saint Laurent has launched its new Rive Droite line, debuting its first collection dubbed 'The Ride.'
With Creative Director Anthony Vaccarello at its helm, the new capsule intentionally bends categories and crosses entire industries, offering pieces ranging from motorcycle jackets and surfboards to metallic skateboard decks and biker helmets. However, the collection's headlining piece is the limited edition, collaborative SUPER73-S2 model e-bike. The blacked-out e-bike is designed to resemble a rugged, old-school motorbike. In addition, its bike's frame is made from premium aluminum alloy and contains white Saint Laurent logo detailing throughout.
Complementing the e-bikes design are the Hedon two-wheeled helmets that are also included in the collection. Unlike the e-bike, the helmets are offered in three colorways: black perforated leather, matte black with glossy black stars, and glossy black with glossy gold stars.
Category-Bending Fashion
Saint Laurent Unveils Sleek E-Bike As Part of 'The Ride' Collection
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