Bicycle thread

[Shannacore]

Is there already one of these? I don't think there is...

So since my previous bike was totaled, I'm in the market for a new one. I am willing to pay extra money to ensure it's cute looking. 'Cause I'm kinda girly like that.

So, this was my old bike (was totaled in the bicycle accident a month ago):

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Ran me ~$575 back in '09. I loved that thing, it never gave me any problems. Wish I could find a dealer for the 2010/2011 versions.

Thinking about getting:

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It's cute as shit, and all the reviews say it's perfect for commuting (which is pretty much all I do with it). The reviews say it's kind of heavy, but I won't be hauling it up three flights of stairs as I did with my last bike, so whatevah. Comes with a headlamp and back light, so I wouldn't be spending the extra money on those. The front/back rack would definitely be utilized. I'm partial to single-speeds...This one is an internal 3-speed, which I GUESSSS I am willing to deal with. Its $620.

Sooo, what do you ride? Or, any suggestions as to a good (and cute. cute is a necessity) commuter bicycle?