I Tried It
Heres how the collection fit a size 16/18.
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Full transparency: the first time I woreLululemonwas only a couple of weeks ago.
Even with this press trip, Lululemon aims to make the fitness space a more inclusive one.
While in Cali, I chatted with Ben Stubbington, Lululemon’s Senior Vice President of design.
We’re trying to verify that more people feel welcomed into the space.
With this in mind, I slipped into my first pair of Lululemon leggings.
Here are all my honest thoughts.
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The material is made of abrasion-resistant fabric, which means no pilling.
For a thick-thighed girlie, that is a blessing with a capital b.
The shorts also include pockets as in,plural.
And theyre not the small, useless pockets youd normally find on womens clothing.
They also feature four-way stretch to accommodate your every curve.
Not only is the fabric sweat-wicking, but it is also dries quickly.
The design offers all the storage capacity of cargo-style pockets, minus the bulk.
Stubbington says the fabrics and colorways were designed to create a sense of oneness with nature.
Stubbington also discussed the duality of the collection all pieces are meant to transition with you.
I had my iPhone in my pocket the entire hike and it didnt slip out once.
They were super comfortable and, because my dress wasnt that form-fitting, the hardware didnt show underneath.
(Extra perk, theHiking Backpackmade for a perfect carry-on.)
Final Verdict
I finally understand why every yoga devotee says Lululemon leggings are butter-soft.
The fabric is supple and touchable, but still incredibly lightweight.
Combined with the spacious pockets, these shorts are definitely a win.
That being said, I was a bit disappointed in the lack of options available in plus sizes.
I would still love to see Lululemon continue to expand their sizes further.
