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Are Lululemon leggings really worth it?

37 replies

Christmascracker0 · 29/04/2023 13:29

I am happy to pay £90 for leggings if they are going to last me 5 years - but will they really last that long, beating in mind I’ll need to wash them once a week?

I was sorely disappointed with SB leggings a few years ago so have stuck to H&M/Fabletics 😬

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ShinyShinyShinyBootsOfLeather · 29/04/2023 13:30

Not IME. But I think I got the sizing a bit wrong and they didn't feel right

Timeforachangeisitnot · 29/04/2023 13:32

I think they are much the same as SB, but SB’s sizing is more consistent. M&S are pretty decent, if you stick to the plain ones, or choose the pattern carefully, and I have several Under Armour that have lasted well.

LarkRize · 29/04/2023 13:43

Bam leggings are my go to - not cheap but a lot less than £90, last brilliantly and super comfortable. Also more sustainable that SB/Lululemon and there is 25% off this weekend…Bam

unsync · 29/04/2023 13:59

Lucy Locket Loves are great.

DollyTrolly · 29/04/2023 14:04

The best leggings I have are Sainsbury's seam free. Literally the most comfortable leggings I've worn, they stay put and wash well. They cost £14.

Glamisastateofmind · 29/04/2023 14:05

I love mine! They feel amazing and they wash well (but granted I have only had them a few months).

MidnightMeltdown · 29/04/2023 14:07

No. I have Lululemon and SB, and SB are better IMO.

mynameiscalypso · 29/04/2023 14:25

I think SB are better too. M&S aren't a bad cheaper option though.

EllaPaella · 29/04/2023 14:26

I have a pair and they just constantly ride down over my waist. Waste of money imo.

EllaPaella · 29/04/2023 14:27

Sainsbury's TU and Adidas are the best ones IMO.

safetyzone · 29/04/2023 14:48

I prefer lulus to Sb. Fit me better and fabric feels nicer and last longer in my experience. On MN however I'm in the minority.

Premiumum · 29/04/2023 15:07

Lulu are great. Mine have lasted me just over 5 years (I have a pair that have lasted 10 years and still going). I like SB tops

Bookishandblondish · 29/04/2023 16:01

The trouble is I have Lulu from 5/6 years ago and would say yes on those ones.

But now I’m less sure companies are making stuff to the same quality.

l bought SB last year and i hasn’t worn as well as the stuff I had 8 or so years ago - still wearable but not sure I’ll get the same wear out of them. Lulu seems to have stopped making the ones I bought - and no longer have easy access to a shop to try on.

I do wear my stuff to death - gym/ hiking/ yoga - was really impressed with both companies but now am a bit more wary ( or maybe I have unrealistic expectations)

Topee · 29/04/2023 16:03

I prefer SB power leggings. However, my best powers are ones that I bought about 4 years ago, I do think the quality has diminished at SB.

numptynoodle · 29/04/2023 16:03

The old sweaty Betty power were incredible. I still have some going strong. The new ones aren't as good but are better than my Lulu ones.

Gymmum82 · 29/04/2023 16:04

No they are not

numptynoodle · 29/04/2023 16:04

Topee · 29/04/2023 16:03

I prefer SB power leggings. However, my best powers are ones that I bought about 4 years ago, I do think the quality has diminished at SB.

@Topee haha great minds... Wish they'd make them like that now

dramalynn · 29/04/2023 16:05

I prefer SB, but have a pair of Lulu and they're good quality and worth the money.

Cherryana · 29/04/2023 16:05

I have lulu, I have SB, I have 2XU and the best ones I own are from Tesco. The most supportive, stretch is just right, great pattern.

SaturdayGiraffe · 29/04/2023 16:05

Had mine 8 years and they’re still going. The sizing is important for me, I need to not jiggle at all. And pockets both sides.

mynameiscalypso · 29/04/2023 17:10

I agree about the quality issues - my more recent SB have gone really bobbly really quickly. I do wear them quite a lot but I've been surprised at how quickly they've gone a bit crap.

ShinyShinyShinyBootsOfLeather · 29/04/2023 17:10

Yes, I think mine were a size or two too big. Sizing is quite confusing as it's US

StormyDaniels · 29/04/2023 17:12

Mine have bobbled after 7/8 months. I have worn them a lot though.

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Christmascracker0 · 29/04/2023 18:09

Thanks all. I wanted some new leggings today and just went with H&M in the end. I know they wash well and don’t bobble like the SB ones did!

I looked at some tops in SB and Lululemon but just wasn’t convinced. I might try to get some from Vinted though.

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CalmDownBoris72 · 29/04/2023 20:05

Depends on the style. If aligns and you want complete comfort then lulu are better.

SB powers and super soft yoga leggings are more structured and flattering.

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