Lululemon pants

[covergal]

Originally posted by Nader@Nov 7 2004, 07:24 PM
http://lululemon.com/

Walking around my university (University of Western Ontario) you'll see many girls wearing these lululemon pants (some even have lululemon handbags, which I am not so fond of) that unfortunately, sometimes are tucked into Uggs.

Anyway, I was in toronto shopping and I always noticed the lululemon store on bloor st, but never cared to go in. I went in this time and decided to try on one of the mens pants (which I never thought existed) and let me tell you- they were unbelievably comfortable, and they actually looked so nice.. so I bought them (they were $67 CDN which isnt too bad).

They're supposed to be for yoga or 'active lifestyles', but I am neither active nor would I ever attempt at trying yoga, but I enjoy them because they feel like theyre not even on when I wear them

Have people in your area been wearing them too?

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lol...omg u'r from UWO as well...ME too...it's such a trend in our school...everyone has a TNA/ lululemon / Juicy Couture tracksuit.... IT's so comfy though..but kinda expensive... Anyway, I still have one for myself - TNA

 

[PinkSunrise]

I like it..I just want it to die down a bit..i bought a pair in the summer before htey became so trendy..Their soo comfy

 

[Arksiel]

oh dear.

We have had this trend running around Vancouver for a few years now. My dad sells fabric for a living and was given a 'test' pair for me as a gift...I didnt even know what they were at the time. this was a while ago, and I used the pants....to rock climb in, of all things! they are THE most comftorable pants to climb in, no zippers and barely there seams work well under harnesses.
I was training four days a week at that point and I sort of shredded the pants during a rough fall.

when i went to purchase a replacement pair i found out they were selling for 70 bucks a pop...so I went to the bay and got a 30 dollar pair i wouldnt feel bad about destroying.

they are comfy and usefull but they are way too revealing for my taste...so many girls wear them so tight it reveals cellulite, even on slender people. yuck!!!!
the pants are easy to recognize due to their style of piping, waistbands and the logo which is usually placed right above the bum and where the eyes are naturally drawn to.
I am sick of them like most others here it seems...

 

[kitty87kat]

they are takin over all Vancouver malls too. Seen on the bodies of young mall rats here! lol!

 

[//LATTE//]

Toronto fashion could be so amazing but its to set in 'trends' to see any positives in my opinion.
Around me its all
juicy/tna/talula/uggs/SFAM/etc its like a dress code
sweatpants or designer jeans
uggs
abercrombie top
big jacket with fur
dead straight hair (in a messy side bun)
WOW GET REAL! why don't we have better fashion? its annoying!

 

[fashionbébé]

oh gosh, I have something against Lululemon too. Sadly, it's largely because it's so overdone (I'm a Vancouverite as well) and overpriced. I have a vest I got at the major sale they had at the end of their first season (I think they started here) and like it for the functionality. BUT, I almost cringe each time I put it on. I feel as if I'm going to be lumped in with the other yuppie types who have spent excessive dollars for a brand name item (when similar articles can be purchased for far less). I am usually confident about myself and wear my clothes with confidence, so I am a bit perplexed at the extent of my anti-lululemon-ness (it's a personal foible, it's not like i protest them or anything. It's weird. Anyway, I wear the vest to go running in, 'cause it works, is cute, and I don't want to spend $$ I can use elsewhere. :^)

okay...enough with the brackets already!!

 

[soupluver123]

oh no, they're becoming a trend..I'd better start hating them

funny how people think that way. I don't care if a million people are wearing them. They look nice and they're comfortable. You shouldn't pull yourself away from them just because they're becoming trendy.

I see tons of girls wearing long layered shirts with metallic belts--so what? I don't dress like that but I don't hate it because its a trend.

Stop trying to be an individual, because in reality--no one really is.

 

[lola belle]

I'll admit I have some because I do hot yoga and I would much rather wear ugly pants than drown in my own sweat, but seriously, these things are invading Toronto like a virus ... they are SO HIDEOUS and yet people continue to wear the entire contrived spandex outfit complete with bag even if they've never done yoga in their lives. And I would say at least one out of every two people in my high school carries one of the fugly bags to class every day. And the hooded sweatshirts come up to my navel and I'm only 5'7 for gods sake.

However. I love the manifesto. And the waterfalls in the stores, and how environmentally friendly the line is. In fact, I like basically everything about Lulemon except for the fact that it's so dayaaaaumn ugly.

 

[emi25]

Stop trying to be an individual, because in reality--no one really is.

Don't say that! It sounds really scary.

 

[finalfashion]

hey... at least it's a Canadian company that's doing well, and a Canadian trend.

Toronto may not seem that fashionable, especially to people who live here, so I find it a great relief when Something is happening here, even if it's a trend I don't want to buy personally. It gives me hope for Canadian fashion. We're so freakin hard on ourselves in Toronto, it's our lack of confidence that keeps us from being recognized as a "fashion" city, when in fact we are one of the last cities in North America with a decent industry base. I've heard of Toronto designers getting a Montreal P.O. box so they'll get more fashion cred it's so silly.

 

[fezbatik]

Toronto fashion could be so amazing but its to set in 'trends' to see any positives in my opinion.
Around me its all
juicy/tna/talula/uggs/SFAM/etc its like a dress code
sweatpants or designer jeans
uggs
abercrombie top
big jacket with fur
dead straight hair (in a messy side bun)
WOW GET REAL! why don't we have better fashion? its annoying!

WHERE in Toronto are you??? I'd say these AWFUL trends do exist - but in Toronto??? Maybe with the teen crowd - I dunno - I'm downtown and I rarely encounter these trends (unless of course I am mobbed by suburbanites...shock: Toronto has GREAT fashion - but you need to go beyond the malls, which most people don't do.

I'm generalizing....I'm sorry...but I would hate for anyone to think that Toronto fashion is all about Lululemon and the bain of my existence that is Aritzia.

 

[expedition]

I really do adore Lululemon. Perhaps I'm biased as I work there. I am proud to be a Lulu! Our clothes are wonderful, functional and serve a purpose. We do not aim to be trendy, we aim to make clothing that will help people live a healthy and active life. There is a reason behind every piece made and the fact that they have become so popular recently is great, but not why we're doing this. I am ridiculously proud to be a part of such a great Canadian company and really am happy with all the success we've encountered along our journey

 

[brietree]

the pants are cute - but the bags are horrible!
oh and uwo (unless you're a media student) and trends and juicy sweatpant suits-- don't a trend make.

 

[fezbatik]

Expedition - I do agree, it is a great company - and for active living, the clothes are fantastic and serve a great purpose.

...I guess I'm just sick of hoodies and bandless jogging/yoga pants taking the place of mainstream fashion and "trends". Soooo boring, and not attractive - only comfortable... Imo Imo

 

[yourbestfriend]

the pants are cute - but the bags are horrible!

my sister wants me to buy her a lululemon workout bag for xmas, sigh I dont want to buy it for her

 

[Tushka_BeLLa]

It looks stupid

 

[finalfashion]

I really do adore Lululemon. Perhaps I'm biased as I work there. I am proud to be a Lulu! Our clothes are wonderful, functional and serve a purpose. We do not aim to be trendy, we aim to make clothing that will help people live a healthy and active life. There is a reason behind every piece made and the fact that they have become so popular recently is great, but not why we're doing this. I am ridiculously proud to be a part of such a great Canadian company and really am happy with all the success we've encountered along our journey

Just curious, where is Lululemon's production/design based?

 

[Mr-Dale]

It looks stupid

Hear, hear

 

[adorefaith]

they do make great, comfortable, long lasting gear for working out....
its wearing them 24/7 to be 'trendy' that has made everyone want to gag....
i think lululemon's stuff is great in serving the purpose for which it was designed..... but it ruins it when every 16 year old girl and her best friend is wearing them at every possible occasion....

actually while i find the quality great, i always find their workout gear a bit too thick and their cut too wide....
for yoga, jogging, etc, i find the pant flaps against your leg and its terribly distracting....
i prefer a tight fit too.....

ive never seen young girls follow trends quite so blindly and in such masses as some of these young canadian girls....
....

 

[pout306]

ewwwwwww lululemon is so annoying..more annoying than juicy i hate it