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Morgan Schimminger

Get the Gear to Ride the Motocross Trend Straight Through Winter and Well into Spring

Motocross is made for winter. (Credit: Courtesy of Free People)

Bikers have long served as style inspiration for fashion folk. A motorcycle jacket is considered a necessity, not an option. But lately the obsession has shifted more toward motocross. Instead of all-black everything, motocross often requires pops of bright colors, especially when it comes to jackets. (Frequently teamed with matching, equally colorful pants.) Since paying homage to the sport usually involves lots of leather, both real and faux, it's well-suited to colder temps.

Now you don't have to embrace the mania from head to toe. Simply slipping on a race-worthy jacket is more than sufficient. Luckily, it's almost a certainty you'll be able to track one down in your favorite shade. Plus, just like your typical motorcycle jacket, these coverups have real staying power. You can even swap out a sweater and wear your favorite inside instead. Sporting a pair of paneled trousers solo also nods to the movement that's still gaining momentum. Of course, you can rock a full suit if you so choose. Even complete with biker boots.

You aren't limited to jackets and colorblock pants, however. Now you can find everything from jeans to shirts to bike(r) shorts that don't look out of place trackside. The ever increasing variety makes introducing the trend into your everyday life pretty seamless. They also offer a more subtle take on the trend so you won't feel like a wannabe.

Another big plus? You don't have to go designer. Even though many a designer has leaned into the craze. In fact, the vast majority of our picks come from lower-cost retailers. Think Urban Outfitters, Free People, Mango and Steve Madden. Sure, you can drop some serious cash on Jimmy Choo's studded, over-the-knee boots or on a butter yellow jacket from KNWLS. Maybe you should just put them on your holiday wish list you plan on sharing with friends and family and stick with the more affordable avenues. Totally your call.

Scroll down to get revved up about all of the great motocross gear of the season. No motorcycle or motorcycle license required.

Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters Jordan Faux Leather Fitted Racer Moto Jacket in Black Multi, $99 at Urban Outfitters

Mugler

Mugler Embossed Scuba Biker Shorts, $413 at Mytheresa

Jimmy Choo

Jimmy Choo Biker II Leather Over-the-Knee Boots, $1,495 at Mytheresa

Mango

Mango Leather Biker Jacket, $499.99 at Mango

We The Free

We The Free Moto Colorblock Shirt in Sand Jam, $148 at Free People

Blumarine

Blumarine Blue Biker Jeans, $545 at SSENSE

Steve Madden

Steve Madden Rocky Brown Distressed, $113.97 at Steve Madden

We The Free

We The Free Ryder Sport Vegan Moto Jacket in Red Combo, $198 at Free People

Silence + Noise

Silence + Noise Sydney Faux Leather Moto Pant, $89 at Urban Outfitters

Schutz

Schutz Georgina Buckle Boots in Black, $278 at Anthropologie

Mango

Mango Faux-Leather Biker Jacket, $129.99 at Mango

Dion Lee

Dion Lee Black & Red Moto Panel Trousers, $518 at SSENSE

KNWLS

KNWLS Claw Leather Biker Jacket, $1,896 at Mytheresa

Free People

Free People Incognito Moto Suit, $348 at Free People

Lioness

Lioness Nueve Biker Jacket, $129 at Shopbop

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