When a famous biker, Arlen Ness, took notice of one of Torontos women designers, it helped to launch a clothing line that successfully filled a niche in the fashion market.

Chopper Courture is a unique line of Rock 'n' Roll inspired clothing that aims to give women luxury and style with an edge. But what makes the line stand out from the rest is that the garments are made entirely of eco-friendly materials.

Irene and Viggo Zingenberg are the duo behind Chopper Couture; Irene is the designer and Viggo handles the business end. In 1992, Irene launched a line of workout wear called Body Active that grabbed the attention of Arlen Ness, a custom motorcycle builder who has a worldwide reputation as an innovator and sought-out builder of themed, named custom bikes. This attention was a huge break for Irene.