Supermodel Naomi Campbell resorted to an electric bike to navigate through protests disrupting traffic in Paris during the city’s fashion week over the weekend. The 56-year-old, known for her luxury lifestyle, opted for a Lime e-bike after becoming caught in heavy gridlock and running short on time for her next engagement.

Campbell took extra precautions before setting off, cleaning the bike thoroughly and donning surgical gloves, citing concerns about hygiene amid the ongoing demonstrations. Video footage captured by her team shows her explaining the situation, saying she was “stuck in Paris” due to the protests and reluctant to touch the bike without protective gloves.

Despite the practical solution, Campbell encountered some difficulty riding the bike in black and gold Chanel pumps, a choice of footwear that proved ill-suited for cycling. She reportedly questioned her team about her sneakers, which she had intended to wear but was persuaded not to change into.

Her security detail closely followed on a separate bike, carrying her valuable crocodile Birkin bag estimated at £85,000. Campbell’s germ-conscious approach aligns with her longstanding habit of taking rigorous hygiene measures while traveling. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she was seen boarding a plane in full protective gear, including a hazmat suit, mask, gloves, and a Burberry scarf. She also shared a video meticulously wiping down her first-class plane seat, emphasizing her efforts to avoid illness despite frequent travel.

Though unconventional for someone accustomed to first-class flights and luxury vehicles, Campbell’s impromptu cycling trip highlights the challenges posed by the widespread protests in Paris that disrupted transportation throughout the weekend. It is believed she ultimately arrived in time for her scheduled appearance at the fashion event.