Do any of you wear Lululemon running clothes? I haven't, but others seem to be borderline obsessed. Appearance-wise, I think the clothes look too plain and I think they're over-priced, but is it the fit or something that makes them so great? I get the impression that they cater to the yuppie, soccer mom types. No offense.
Women in Seattle are obsessed with this brand! It is definitely, the non serious runner types, though. Way overpriced...$150 for yoga pants? Hell to the no. According to my sister, who is a believer, the pants do amazing things to your butt. Lift it and make it look smaller.
Yep,don'tgetit. wrote:
Women in Seattle are obsessed with this brand! It is definitely, the non serious runner types, though. Way overpriced...$150 for yoga pants? Hell to the no. According to my sister, who is a believer, the pants do amazing things to your butt. Lift it and make it look smaller.
Funny wouldn't any tights basically do the same thing?
I discovered lulu last summer and the speed shorts are now my favorite running shorts. I particularly like the waistband and the liner of these shorts compared to the nike and brooks shorts I used to wear. They are much more comfortable, but $52 is very pricey for a pair of shorts. I can't vouch for the running tights or yoga pants, though, since I have never purchased any.
The have some great stuff that is worth every penny, and some crap stuff that is overpriced for soccer moms.
The running shorts are great - the band is not your standard nike-elastic, so chafing is non-existant on 20milers. The moisture-wicking and "butt vents" in the speed shorts are great for hot summer runs (I live in Atlanta). THey also have some silly but handy features -built in pockets for gu, keys, etc, that are great for training runs when you're hitting the streets on your own.
In terms of cost per run - I've also found the liners to last a lot longer than my asics/nike ones. Those shorts usually last a year or so, I have some lulus from 2009 I can still wear comfy (I should confess, I wash my running stuff and dry on heat, so sure everything would last longer if I hand washed/air dried, but I have other ways to spend my time!)
All this said, I love their shorts! I see no added value in their sports bras/shirts/yoga pants. Will grudgingly admit I bought a pair of their running pants since I loved the shorts - the pants suck. Hate 'em. Have ones I like better from Champion.
Thats my .02
Overpriced, hipster, clothing for the well-to-do, white, hobby-jogger set. That says it all.
Yep,don'tgetit. wrote:
the non serious runner types, though.
Define "serious runner." Watched a :54 400 high school girl race in lulu shorts yesterday.
Personally, I love the lulu running shorts. They work really well and they look great. I haven't bought the pants or bras yet, but if I had more money, I probably would. I am the type that doesn't like to spend money on clothes, but seeing some of stuff on other people, makes me consider it. Seriously, the pants do great things for women's butts. I've heard it's not just the cut, it's also the material.
And funny, but all running tights don't all fit the same way, so not all running tights make your butt smaller and higher. And besides, can you really walk around town in running tights? But you can in yoga pants.
When you say that says it all, what exactly do you mean? That being well to do is nice because you can wear high quality, trendy clothes? You're right, I guess it does say it all.
The trouble with pants that make you butt look higher and smaller is that somebody is going to be disappointed unless you plan to leave them on permanently.
You know what really makes your butt look smaller and higher? Excercise.
Simple. They look nice. Feminine design, great fit, pretty colors. I have shorts and running bras from them and like to wear them at the gym (yes, I like to look nice at the gym). Outside or at races, I wear Nike, Sugoi or Champion.
Did her assploded out them pants?
Geez! What's with all the stereotypes?
I'm a cazy busy "soccer mom" (you can play over 10 sports and a couple instuments with all the contents in my car) and I still log about 55 mpw on my easy weeks, manage a household and get dinner on the table. I personally don't think it's anything to roll your eyes at. And considering I weigh about the same as I did when I graduated high school, I'm proud of the fact that I am super fit after having children!
That said, I love lulu. I have run 5k's to marathons in their speed shorts and they are, by far, the best I've owned.
I also love their casual stuff because I'm constantly on the go and I like to look good and be comfortable, too.
A lot of people claim that lulu does something to make your butt look good, but the bottom line is; if you don't have a good looking bottom, they really won't do much. Squats will.
sounds sketchy wrote:
Those shorts usually last a year or so, I have some lulus from 2009 I can still wear
Do other people stop wearing shorts after a certain amount of time? I'm pretty I only stop wearing a pair when I lose them.
I also think lulu clothes give a lot of women confidence to get out there and stick to their goals. My local lulu is always reaching out to newbie runners and yogis. They hold free group runs, dance classes, yoga sessions etc.. Yes, it gets these ladies in the door, but it also keeps them working out, too. I think that's great.
Exercise is a way of life. It should make you feel good. Some people need that little extra boost to keep them going, and that's okay. I love working with people who are trying to accomplish a goal. They aren't arrogant.
sounds sketchy wrote:
In terms of cost per run - I've also found the liners to last a lot longer than my asics/nike ones. Those shorts usually last a year or so, I have some lulus from 2009 I can still wear comfy (I should confess, I wash my running stuff and dry on heat, so sure everything would last longer if I hand washed/air dried, but I have other ways to spend my time!)
I'm an elite female, running 100+ mpw, twice a day, drawer full of shorts. I still have pairs going back to high school (15+ years), and I always dry my gear. I wear gear more than once-- bad for the environment to wear it once and toss it in the laundry. What the heck are you doing for your shorts to only last a year or two??
sounds sketchy wrote:
I'm an elite female, running 100+ mpw, twice a day, drawer full of shorts. I still have pairs going back to high school (15+ years), and I always dry my gear. I wear gear more than once-- bad for the environment to wear it once and toss it in the laundry. What the heck are you doing for your shorts to only last a year or two??
Pics or shens.
I'm totally open to short-life-extending-tips!
Actually, the shorts last fine. I still have some Umbros from '94 ;) My problem is the liners. The elastic in the liner gets shot, and it's wedgie-center for the entire run.
I know washing/drying less would help, but I'm a smelly sweater.. it's worth it to me to clean 'em post run!
Wearing yoga pants around all day is now entirely acceptable in suburban America. If you are going to do that, you probably want to wear nice stuff. Lululemon has cashed in on this. Gap and others are now doing the same. The Victoria's Secret and Lululemon influence will require Gap to devote half their women's section to yoga sweats and slutty underwear. Ok with me.
Lululemon is my favorite store. They are very expensive but are well worth it. I have way different opinions from everyone else here on this topic. Lululemon has great quality clothing. I am a huge fan of their yoga pants. I wear them everyday... no joke. I am a student so i have to get ready every morning, and if my lululemons are in the wash or dirty then i will get pretty upset and pull them out of the dirty laundry most the time. i refuse to wear any other leggings now that i have found these. i hate the leggings from pink and the nike leggings are alright but lululemon is the best. The only downside about these leggings is that stuff sticks to them i guess. Since they have a very different fabric from other leggings like nike and victorias secret and under armor, its not cotton. I use these leggings when i go to the gym, when i run, when I'm chilling, even when want to go out to a fancy place and wear them with a cute shirt. They have many different patterns and options and styles. I have about 10 pairs i think. 2 of the astro pants, which are like bootcut yoga pants. and 8 or 9 of the leggins. I have them in black, grey, pattern, and pink. and i have highwaisted ones of the black and grey. Also known as roll down, or they have the high times pant. They don't get stretched out like other pants, don't fade when you wash them, and they also don't give you a camel toe which is very great. I love these pants and i could preach for years about how great they are but you should go get some yourself. They also have other great stuff like their shorts and jackets and t-shirts. My whole wardrobe is lululemon now, don't worry though, thats after lots of saving and time. but seriously go to the store and try them on! You'll love them to death!!!
Chiming in to say that I love the speed shorts as well. Super comfy, great for long runs and speed work alike since they just... flow. That being said, I used to wear-test for them back when they were new to my local market and got a bunch of free stuff. Their 3/4 tights are great in the winter, but I really can't tell if the silver/wood/souls of women runners past that was supposedly used in the fabric really makes a difference. (For winter tights I prefer New Balance and Under Armor).
Can't speak to any of their shirts or bra tops, but I do have a bra tank that is super uncomfortable due to the underarm stitching. Oh! And I have a seldom-worn winter skull cap, because even at "one size fits all," it feels all-together way too tight. Skull crushing tight.
Non-running wise, I have a hoodie and a yoga jacket that are just ok. Both shrunk a lot after their first wash. (No, I didn't put either in the dryer).