Lululemon Sale: What to Buy
There were two reasons I never tried Lululemon until a couple years ago. Number one being that I thought it was dumb to pay $100 for leggings when I could pick some up at Target for way cheaper. Number two, it was so overwhelming. The world of Lululemon was intimidating and seemed like something that only workout buffs understood. I thought both of these things until I tried my first pair, and then it all changed. I kind of wish I had never tried them because I’m so in love with them, and it’s not an inexpensive shopping habit.
This morning I checked the website and was surprised to see they were having a huge sale! Lulu rarely has sales, and if so they are never this big. This is a great time to grab something, especially if you’ve never bought anything Lulu. Sale items are final sale, but the good news is that there is a cult following of Lulu lovers, so you’ll always be able to sell it online if you don’t love it. Since their website and options can be so overwhelming, I put together a quick list of what to buy from my favorite things. These are all things that I own some version of, and I’ll share my honest opinion and how they fit on my body. Here we go!
LULULEMON SIZING
I’m normally a size 4, but in Lululemon I’m definitely a size 6. When it comes to tops and sports bras I almost always size up to an 8 for them to fit perfectly. If I’m getting a looser top like the Back in Action top, (pictured below) I will get my normal size 6. Feel free to ask any questions on how things run for me!
THE ALIGN
Let’s start with the basics. The Align legging is by far the most popular. It’s basically a version of your basic legging, but better. Lulu has updated their material with the aligns, and they are so soft and smooth and feel like you’re wearing nothing. I love that they are high waisted and don’t roll down at the top. I wear my normal size in these and usually get the 25″ length, but the 28″ works too if there’s a color that I really want. If you’re just starting your Lulu collection, this is the best piece to start with. I’ve heard several people say they wore them all through their pregnancy without having to buy new leggings. Some people like them better for yoga vs. high intensity workouts, but I like them for both!
WUNDER UNDER
Some avid Lulu lovers swear by these. To be honest, I like the other leggings I’m sharing on this post better, but I do have some of these and really like them, I just wish I had sized up. The great thing about the Wunder Under legging is that they are thicker and suck you in more. I do feel like they hold in a bit more heat when working out in them, but they show less cellulite and imperfections on my butt and thighs which is nice.
FAST AND FREE
These Fast & Free leggings are amazing. I have them in a few colors, and my favorite thing about them is how fast sweat dries on them. They feel lighter and cooler than the others, and they do have a “sucking you in” sensation. They are high waisted, and don’t roll over when moving a lot. These are the ones I reach for when I’m doing the Pure Barre cardio class, because they are so breathable.
IN MOVEMENT
Okay, so the In Movement leggings are arguably my overall favorite to work out in. I have them in navy and a light purple, and something about the seams give the illusion of making you look more slender. These are high waisted, and also suck you in while also being breathable enough to do cardio in. The logo is on the top middle of the waist, so if you didn’t want to look aggressively into fitness they also just look like really nice, structured leggings.
Lululemon Tops
BACK IN ACTION
This is the best top to wear with leggings. I like something that covers my butt, and these do the job. They aren’t so long that you can’t wear them with shorts or even jean shorts–I just do a french tuck in the front to make it work. They aren’t normally as see through as the one in this photo.
SWIFTLY TECH
Honestly, these aren’t my absolute fav because I like something a little looser to work out in, but they are such a crowd favorite that I felt like I needed to include them. (The second picture is the long sleeve version.) I would size up in this if you don’t want it to hug you. The fabric is extremely breathable and they are great to work out in.
Lululemon Sports Bras
FLOW Y BRA
I thought I would start with my least favorite. Don’t get me wrong, I actually really like this bra, but it is definitely geared toward smaller chested women. I knew that when I bought it but I wanted the purple tie dye so bad I didn’t care. I can work out in it and still wear it, but I’m always sure to wear a tank that has a higher neckline so my boobs aren’t everywhere. Definitely size up in this one even if you have a smaller chest.
EBB TO TRAIN BRA
I just ordered this one in the sale, and I’m super excited about the simple back. I have an older Ebb to Train that I love, but it has a different strap situation on the back. This bra is great if you have a medium to large chest, because it holds everything in really well. I also like that it is a bit longer and hits at a good spot if you are one of those that likes a workout set.
FREE TO BE SERENE BRA HIGH NECK
This bra style is very similar to the previous one, it just has a more intricate back strap. I have this one in pink and it’s also great for normal to larger chested women. My absolute favorite Lululemon sports bra is this bra in the regular version. It isn’t on sale but I’ll link it here for future reference.
Lululemon Shorts
If you follow me on Instagram then you know there was the big biker short debate of 2020. To leave it to Princess Diana or to dress like her? I decided to go for it and I’m glad I did, they are so comfy! I have this style in a leopard-ish print and I love them. I would definitely size up, only because the thigh holes can be a bit tight. Being 5’2, I went with the 6″ length, but I would also like to try the Align Short in 4″ to compare.
Other Favs
DEFINE JACKET
I shy away from super fitted jackets for the most part, but I have this in pink and I wear it way more than I ever thought I would! I would definitely size up in this–for me it still fit normally and not oversized. I love that it isn’t super heavy so I still wear it inside in the summer.
VINYASA SCARF
I love this thing. (Click right to check it out.) It can be worn so many ways, and I love that if you get cold you can just unbutton it and wear it around you like a blankie. Julep loves this feature too.
ON PACE CROP
Okay I don’t own any of these, but they are on sale and the color made me stop and think about them. If any of you have these let me know what you think! I just had to include them because come on, they’re pink.
XX,
julia
