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What’s New at Lulu?

Hello again!

Over at Lululemon, they continue to push out the newest styles in adorable- and not so adorable colorways. So, let’s get into what I am liking, and what I’ll be leaving on the shelf.

Align Crop in Diamond Dye

These are so cute and they’re sold out in some sizes already! I am not surprised. I only buy Aligns if they’re super cute or on sale and cute due to pilling issues I get over time, but these qualify as cute! What do you think about the Diamond Dye colors?

Here they are in Diamond Dye Pink Bliss Graphite Purple and Diamond Dye Pitch Grey Graphite Grey.

Align Super High Rise Short 10″

These are just my type of style. I love the longer-style shorts, because, I admit, my legs are not tiny and I prefer the extra support. Not gonna say I don’t own any Speed shorts, but they do not get the love they deserve when it comes to using them for exercise. It’s always the longer, and often luxtreme shorts that get my attention. And for yoga, it’s Luon- either crops or shorts like these.

Here they are in Chianti and True Navy. They also come in Cassis, which I like, Diamond Dye Pitch Grey Graphite Grey, non-Diamond Dye Graphite Grey, and, of course, black.

Ebb To Street Tights

Now, onto the colorway I noticed, and was not super into. Here are the Ebb to Street Tights, a quality, classic Lululemon style, in Stone Wash Chianti. The Ebb to Street line has been around as long as I can remember, here’s an example from 2013, and has not lost any popularity. The fabric has an interesting feel: soft and body-skimming, with a thick, unique texture. I only have a couple of items, but they have stood the test of time.

Here they are in Stone Wash Chianti. They also come in Stone Wash Graphite Grey. I actually found it kind of funny that I love the Diamond Dye, but not the Stone Wash- they look so similar, don’t they?

Slip into the Moment Short Jacket

Next up is the Slip into the Moment Short Jacket. I love the way this looks on the model. I don’t think it would work on my body type though. I tend to need things to hit me either just below the rib cage or at the hips. I guess, potentially, it could look good… If I ever see it in-store, I’ll try it on. What do you think about this jacket? Will you try it?

Here is the Slip into the Moment Short Jacket in Black. It also comes in Chalky Rose and White.

All Yours Crew

The “All Yours Crew” came out in a new color. This popular sweatshirt is almost sold out in Black, Algae Green, Heathered Core Medium Grey and Heathered Ivory Peach, but is now available in all sizes in their new color: Monarch Orange, pictured below.

There’s lots more to talk about, as I hope to increase the amount of time I spend blogging! But until next time, let me know in the comments: What are you planning to get? Anything caught your eye?

Thanks, as always, for stopping by!

What I am LOVING Right Now

Hello there! I hope you’re doing well. I miss writing and filming and am so excited to finally have a chance to share my finds over this quaranseason. Tell me how you are in the comments, or come visit me on Twitter (@LululemonExpert), I would love to hear from you!!

The first thing I want to talk about is this Fleece Flurry Jacket. I absolutely love it! It is water resistant, and cozy on the inside. I bought it a while back- I had seen it in-store (in the before times) and immediately had to pick it up! The comfort and function of this jacket makes it a perfect transition piece. If it’s still kind of in that icky cold-damp phase of Spring where you are, you might want to pick it up for now, or for Fall. I am still getting use out of it IN MEMPHIS! (Where are you, warm part of Spring?!? We are ready.)

Side note: Online, I found that this jacket had been sold in a light pink color called Mink Berry, and I thought- ‘ooooh Pretty! I should get that too!’ Then I remembered that I would not be able to keep it stain-free. It just would not happen. Between me and, well, mostly just me, it’s an impossibility. And then I discovered that it was sold out in all sizes except zero anyways, so… it was not meant to be.

Next! Sleek Performance Half Zip Hoodie (!) in Magenta Glo. This was just released in February, and it’s already on sale, but I LOVE it. It reminds me of the old school Sun Blocker pullovers. Those are the only SPF fabric pullover I own(ed) from Lululemon and I did really like the Run in the Sun pullovers from 2012 too, but I never bought one. Honestly, considering that it is on sale, I might get a second one. They come in black, and this really interesting “Algae Green” color too. I might get the green one. … … I’ll Tweet it out if I do 🙂 pssst: follow me on Twitter. I love it- I am there all the time. If you @ me, I will reply.

The “Uplifting Scrunchie” in Cosmic Shift Multi is ON SALE and not yet sold out as of the publication of this article. I also couldn’t resist adding the one in Formation Camo Deep Coal Multi to my cart. They’re really nice “small” scrunchies. Basically, they’re not as thick as what you imagine a regular scrunchie to be. Very cute.

Another thing I am loving right now are the All The Right Places pants in Wild Bluebell. First off- and I feel like I say this every time- but how CUTE is this color! I’m obsessed. We are very likely to see more Wild Bluebell in my future. I saw a Perfectly Oversized Hoodie – which I already own in Black- but I missed out and it sold out before I could buy one in Wild Bluebell. These things are REALLY popular. The pants were pretty popular too- and are also sold out! WOW! they JUST came out in March! You can still get the your fill of Wild Bluebell in the Free to Speed Crops– this mama is loving that high waistline, just sayin.

This Vinyasa Scarf in Incognito Camo Multi Grey honestly just tempted me so much only because: camo. I kind of have a penchant for it- not just because I like camo, but because I feel like Lululemon’s version of camo is iconic. Note that this is a *Cotton Vinyasa Scarf and they feel different from the Rulu, which, I honestly do prefer, but… Camo.

Behold! The Flow Y Bra. I have not talked about these in FOREVER! I know y’all know the Energy Bras are my thing now. I need the extra support when working out. However, I still have a bunch of Flow Y’s and I can’t resist them on sale. So, I bought this one in Nightfall Blossom Multi ON SALE(!)and am loving it. I am wearing it right now, actually- and it is so comfortable I actually don’t even know it’s there. Ah, Nulu, is there anything you can’t do? Only a few sizes left online in this one, so, in case you missed out, I also like the two different types of camo they have and this moody grey, (well, technically, they called it: Diamond Dye Pitch Grey Graphite Grey)

Finally, if you’re feeling an Ombre Speckle vibe, which, I must credit you- that is a very specific vibe you’re feeling!- you can get your fill with these Wunder Unders in Ombre Speckle Stop Jacquard Black/Thermal Red. I bought them on sale and they’re almost sold out now, but they do have a few sizes left!

Wunder Unders in Ombre Speckle Stop Jacquard Black/Thermal Red

I know we’re all spending a lot more time indoors lately, so this No Limits Stretching Strap is bound to be useful during our at-home yoga sessions, and will come in handy when we’re able to head back out to the studio too. I got one and it is just really high-quality. The metal buckles and “inhale” message are nice touches to an already great product.

That’s all I got for now! I hope you and yours are doing well! What have you been loving lately? Let me know in the comments below!!

Lululemon’s NEW Lunar New Year Collection

Welcome, ladies &…. well, maybe like 3 gentlemen, to my bloggity. The past couple of years, Lululemon has released a Lunar New Year collection, and for reasons I can’t even fathom, I have neglected to talk about it specifically. So, let’s take a look at this year’s collection. Happy Chinese New Year!

Also, to my Chinese-speaking readers:

新年快乐！🎉🎆🎊

The Lunar New Year Scuba

I like it, the features that make it unique is the Dark Red color, the, what appears to be gold, zipper, and the “Lululemon,” written on the side. It also comes in the color below called “Fool’s Gold.” I think this will go on sale eventually. They’ve released Dark Red Scuba’s in the past, so I don’t think this will sell out or anything. And honestly, I think the “Fool’s Gold” color is not pretty. I hate to say it! Not my thing. Maybe it looks cuter in person?

They also released Align pants labeled “Lunar New Year,” in Misty Mocha and Dark Red. I don’t see how the Misty Mocha ones are Lunar New Year related, personally. There are no additional details to these Aligns.

There are also three new Energy Bra *Long Line ‘s available under the Chinese Lunar New Year tag. This color, Ornemental Floral Multi, is super pretty, IMO. (Ornemental is spelled with the “e” on the website, but my spell check wants it to be Ornamental-lol). This one also comes in the Dark Red and Misty Mocha as well. They all seem to be the same as the regular Energy Bra *Long Line ‘s except in different colors. Personal opinion: I don’t like the Long Line ones because, honestly, they just don’t fit my body right. Because the space beneath my bust line goes out and and isn’t straight down, the longer band rides up on me.

Wunder Unders also got released and these Lunar New Year editions have Lululemon written down the side, much like these special edition Scuba hoodies. They come in Dark Red and Black. I like them- I do wonder if the text is staggered the way it looks here- not into that, but it could be a pixel thing? Let me know in the comments if you’ve seen these in person and they’re like that.

Then, there is this gorgeous Define Jacket in Black/ Black/ Gold. I’m in love, and have not picked it up yet, but am considering it. It’s practically guaranteed if it goes on sale! But, like, a real sale. Not like $9 off.

It’s shiny in person. I wish it came in the red, actually.

There is a Dark Red Swiftly Tech Short Sleeve Crew, which does not have any special features that indicate Special Edition, other than the color, I suppose.

This one also comes in a Racerback format.

Then we have the same print as the Define Jacket in the Speed Wunder Tights– these, I did pick up. They’re also in the Nulux fabric. They’re gorgeous and I love them and I am glad that I haven’t seen them in other colors because I would want them all.

They also have a Love Crew *Lunar New Year, in red and in Misty Mocha.

I like it, it looks super comfy. It is made of Pima Cotton though, so I imagine that it is.

This is the Emerald Long Sleeve Lunar New Year, and it comes in Garnet, Red and White. It also says Lululemon across the front.

They have a couple of Dark Red bags. Here is the All Your Small Things bag:

There’s also a “mini” version of this bag. The bags don’t really seem unique to me at all- I won’t be picking these up.

I like the coloring of this Purist Yogo Dot CNY water bottle:

They went all out with this Dark Red color! There’s even a Lunar New Year variety City Adventurer Backpack Mini 10L.

They also have a ton of other items in the “Lunar New Year” tab, that don’t appear to have any additional features apart from that they are Dark Red. Fast & Free Tights, Align crops, a Dark Red Define jacket, Love Tee V, Swiftly Relaxed Long Sleeve, and Pace Rival Crop. Let me know if y’all notice anything apart from the color that distinguishes these as special edition for the Lunar New Year!

Anyways, this is a lot of red. I like red, but I have some of the previous year’s collections and the Lululemon 20Y anniversary collection, which also features a Dark Red color. So, I won’t be getting much, if any of this apart from the pretty sparkly Black/ Gold print.

Let me know what you think about the Lunar New Year collection this time around!

Central Saint Martins Nulux Collection

Hello everyone!

I am so lucky that the people at Lululemon have heard me! I said: I want bright colors! They said, “Let me get the people at Saint Martins to whip something up for you! [again]” And it was done.

This is Lululemon’s second time collaborating with Central Saint Martins, and this time, it’s more up my alley than last time 🙂

UPDATE: I bought my first two favorites

Fabric is mostly Nylon, which is great! However, they are lined in white, which I don’t love because I find that this makes the pattern sheer out a little. I, however, did not find these to be sheer, nor did the pattern distort too much upon “application” to my body 🙂 The one complaint I have it that these slide down during activity. Glad I bought them!

This collection is gorgeous! Let’s start with my favorite design:

I went back and forth a little bit on this one, but the Quartize Wunder Under Nulux Multi is my favorite from this collection and probably the one I want to get my hands on ASAP.

So pretty! I love this blue/green color! The print design itself reminds me of a black/ white print Lululemon had called “Marbled Mix” and another in engineered print Nulux called Multi Black. And I almost got those ones, but didn’t because of the waistband and because I found them a tad sheer in a bend. I always am extra vigilant around Wunder Unders lined in white, as they tend to be more prone to sheering out.

If they get all of these in my store, I’ll go do a try-on/ fit review for y’all. I went on Tuesday, but they had not yet arrived.

The one, that I’ll call ‘tied for first’ on my list is the Kascade Wunder Under Multi. This one is sooooooo pretty! I love the variations/ stops in pattern just the way it looks- I bet it will be very flattering! I’ll let you know!

The next one on my list: Tulle Wunder Under Multi. I like this one a lot, but don’t love it and will likely pass, but it is still gorgeous. I love how feminine this print looks. The lines in the print seem so light and dainty.

Finally, the last one. Although I do like this print, I do not love it. The colors are nice, but the print itself is too geometrics for me. Not my fave.

What do y’all think of this collection? Let me know in the comments below!

What I’m Loving Right Now

Hello everyone!

SO HAPPY to be doing one of these posts again! I am here to tell you what I am loving right now… and maybe one thing I’m not. 🙂

The first thing I am absolutely adoring at the moment are the new, limited edition Define Jackets *Pleat

I definitely got the black one, and I don’t even wear black that much. I might go for the other two if they don’t sell out too quickly.

The second thing I am LOVING are these Crystalline Multi Wunder Unders. I don’t love that they’re lined in white- and sold out in my size at my local Lululemon- BUT, they’re gorgeous, and I’ll probably end up with something in this print in my hands some time soon.

I am absolutely in love with the new collection that first arrived in Asia and has migrated to the United States. These Carmine True Red/ Black Train Times crops will be mine. As soon as I saw them on the US site, I leapt from my bed to run to my local Lulu in search of the awesomeness. They did not have them- and sadly I had forgotten about the “Find in Store” button option on the item page.

I did, however, pick up the matching Sweat Times Bra. Very nice indeed.

So many appealing items! The Stash N’ Run bra looks just like my beloved Run Stuff Your Bras, minus the middle pocket! But that’s OK! I’ll give them a chance once more colors are released.

Then there’s the Wild Twist 7/8 Tights! I love these! I KIND of wish the “Magnet Grey” part was reflective, but hey, you can’t always get what you want! Worth noting that there does appear to be a tiny strip of reflective material at the base of the tights. But I just love these! They seem so fun 🙂 This colorway is called: Black/White/Magnet Grey.

They also have Redwood/Auburn/Quicksand, which I don’t fully love… I hope they come out with something more vivid, and less muted.

I was also really happy to see Strides back in style! Strides do not really fit me in a flattering way, which is why I prefer the Defines, since they end at the waist. BUT I love Strides from a design perspective, regardless of whether they flatter me, personally. So, I am stoked to see them back on the “on the shelves” [online]. I would imagine that of the colors available right now, this Heathered Black one is probably the softest 🙂

Because I love them, and because I love seeing them back, I hope that more colors come out and that y’all get to enjoy these!

And, finally, I suppose, I’ll choose something I am not loving, if you are still here, reading…

I am not a fan of these “Ready to Run Tight Pinpoint” in Black and Magnet Grey. They also have a Midnight Navy/ Moroccan Blue color, that is slightly better, but I just don’t love these, which even I consider odd when I think about how much I really like the Wild Twist tights above, it even seems inconsistent. But… while the Twist Tights above have a twist, these have more of a “racing stripe” along the side. Perhaps, it is the look of the fabric, not necessarily the design that I don’t love. Regardless, here they are:

What do y’all think? Let me know in the comments below!

BOXING DAY, 2017

Hello everyone!

I just wanted to take a minute to chat with y’all about boxing day!

I showed up early… and… … crickets.

The markdown racks had the same products and were priced in the same way as the online selection. I wouldn’t take the time to go to your local store unless you know there is something special going on. I have gone in years past, and there are usually better deals in-store and/ or the in-store discounts are deeper than online. Not so this year.

As we saw, there are some online deals as well. The first one I’d like to point out is something I mentioned in my last post where I said that it was pretty, but over-priced. The “All That Shimmers” scarf is now on sale on Lululemon’s website:

Another WMTM prediction I had in my last post, was the Floral Flock pullover, which is also on sale:

I think that this Everywhere Duffel is a good deal, if you need a new Duffel. The print is pretty, and it has all the typical details that make Lululemon bags perfect for yogi on the go.

Did y’all find any good deals today?

Let me know in the comments!

Yes, they’re pretty.

Hello everyone!

I wanted to take some time to talk about some new favorites and some items I am simply not digging. Enjoy!

So happy that Lululemon has some surprises in store for the holiday season. Here’s a pretty:

Scuba Hoodie Rip Wave Purple Thunder Black — Scuba Hoodie in Rip Wave Purple Thunder Black

Here’s another:

Scuba Hoodie in Frozen Flourish Multi: Black — Scuba Hoodie in Frozen Flourish Multi Black

I was so happy to see the return of the Runderful Long Sleeve. This sold well last year, and the fitted design is both flattering and feminine.

Heathered Stony Grape Runderful Long Sleeve

I mentioned that I was interested in these in a previous post and wanted to show you them. These Wool Swiftlies are great. I bought one in Black Cherry and it was exactly what I was looking for: a slightly warmer Swiftly with the same look and a slightly more luxurious (soft) feel.

Swiftly Wool 1:2 Zip — Swiftly Wool 1/2 Zip

Here they are in all their glory: The Luminosity Line. Specifically, this color is called: Luminosity Foil Print Black Silver/Black. And, like the title of this post says: Yes, they’re pretty. Sometimes, I prefer to not buy into any hype- but I legitimately like these and it is likely that I will at LEAST own the Speed Up Shorts. Also shown: Speed Up Tights, Energy Bra, Run Times Shorts. I really love these!

Luminosity Foil Print Black Silver Speed Up Tight

Another thing I am completely enamored with:

These are gorgeous. I hope to find them in my closet next to my other party pants, I mean Tech Mesh Wunder Unders.

Enjoying this pattern of Speed Up Tights:

I also wanted to pick a couple of things I did not like. These pants have a 29″ inseam. They’re designed to hit a little above the shoe-line area and, since these are Rulu, and probably decently warm, I don’t desire a warm pant that doesn’t cover my ankles completely. If these go on sale, I may consider them as an early Autumn pant, since Rulu is one of my favorite fabrics. UPDATE: I DID get these ON SALE marked down from $108 to $69! I tried them on and, I guess I am short enough that these DO cover my ankles!

Run Rulu Run Pant 29 — Run Rulu Run Pant

The next thing is just over priced, in my opinion:

It IS made out of Merino Wool, so maybe it isn’t technically over-priced, given the quality and Lululemon brand-name, but I can’t justify $98 for a scarf that doesn’t absolutely “wow” me. This is cute, but… not $98 worth of “cute.” UPDATE: This did show up in WMTM on boxing day.

Finally, I don’t love this one. The cut would not flatter me, and I dislike the floral pattern on the arm, although, I do recognize that that is the primary feature and namesake of this top. It is simply not made for me, and along with the Run Rulu Run pants, this top is on my WMTM prediction list. I do think that the scarf still has a chance to sell without a discount, we’ll see!

Thanks so much for stopping by! Happy Holidays!

What I am LOVING Right Now

I am so happy that I finally get to do another one of these articles! It is no secret that I’ve been somewhat disappointed with most of Lululemon’s offerings this past little while. But TODAY, I am proud to report that I have found love again! Their last couple of uploads have added a few items that I absolutely love and I can’t wait to share my favorites with you today.

The first item that has “piqued” my interest is the Kitsilano Long Sleeve in Coco Pique:

Coco Pique is back, my friends. I am definitely excited. This version is slightly thinner, in my opinion, but perhaps that is item-dependent. So, maybe if we see some Wunder Unders they’ll be thicker. As a layering piece, I think it’s perfectly acceptable for the fabric to be a little lighter than the Coco Pique I am used to, especially since it felt equally luxuriously soft.

The next item I am excited about is the Rest Less 1/2 Zip. I have a couple of the Rest Less pullovers in my closet from last year, and I am happy to see that they’ve come up with a new iteration of an item I’ve enjoyed. Plus, the Black/White and Black/ Dark Cast colors are so cute! There is also a Black/ Armory, which is shown in the close up photo below, as you can see there is a green tone to it. Not for me, but I love the other two! Note: They did not yet have this in my local store, so I haven’t tried it on- yet, looking forward to seeing it next time I stop in!

Next up! Shape Up Pullover. I think we were all waiting for the day we’d see Nulu in tops. I was so excited to try this on because the Nulu fabric is really the softest thing that Lulu offers these days- even more soft than Rulu, IMO. Although, I could be imagining that. Rulu IS really soft too. Bottom line: This item does not disappoint. The lines are fantastic. They give real shape to your figure. One thing that is difficult to see on the website is that there is a seam under the bust line. I think it adds to the shape of the garment, but it is difficult to see, given all the crossed arms in the photos online. There are thumbholes, and the hood is great too! This one’s a keeper!

The next item that I would like to share is The Extra Mile Long Sleeve. For me, for a long time, Lululemon always meant “going the extra mile” in terms of details. The thing that attracted me to the clothing was the innovation and the details. This item has details.

Thumbholes and Cuffins, Shoulder and Wrist rouche-style details, Reflective piping on the arms, small zip-up pocket. Perfect.

I also noticed that outerwear has popped up on the website. Last time I was in the store- two days ago- they had not yet received it. I will be trying whatever we get on in-store if/when it arrives. I have high hopes this season given what I’ve seen the last couple of uploads.

What do you think of the Fall rollout?

Let me know in the comments!

The Most Hunted Unicorn to date

Speed Shorts, $623. Speed Crops: $712. Speed Tights: $800 Speed Shorts: $910 Speed Shorts: $980 Hats for $300 and bras for $200.

It is evident that Lululemon’s Rainbow Reflective Splatter Print is popular. The Speed shorts, which retailed at Sea Wheeze this year for $128 CAD, have been selling online for hundreds of dollars.

They, in my opinion, are the most gorgeous item that Lululemon has put out in… years? They have really outdone themselves.

I am literally in LOVE with all of the things. Especially the Speed Shorts and Speed Tights. I had a conversation with a my mother-in-law that went along the lines of “What would you do with $800- other than buy these pants?” Responses included: Pay the mortgage, pay my car note for 3 months, – buy 12 pairs of REGULAR Speed Shorts? The dollar amount acknowledged- These are totally gorgeous and I am stoked for anyone who can get their hands on them. I hope they get plenty of love & wear. 🙂

What do y’all think of these?

Trying on the Culture Clash Wunder Unders

Hello everyone! Happy Sunday Funday! I haven’t been in a Lululemon for a while- because, frankly, things were not grabbing my attention. But I did see the new pattern and wanted to try on something to see if I liked it. It somewhat reminds me of the last confetti pattern that came out (capoeira-multi), although it isn’t even remotely similar in person at all.

Initial thoughts on these are that, much like the capoeira pattern: they are not for me. But the fabric on these is gorgeously soft, and I didn’t find that the pattern sheered out on the [ahem] larger parts of me. They are 69% Nylon and 31% Lycra, lined in white. The length is perfect for me, hitting just below the knee. Overall, I love this style, the “Wunder Under HR 1/2 Tight *F” is awesome! However, the pattern is not. I walked out with the Tech Mesh Wunder Unders in Submarine instead.

What do you think of the Culture Clash pattern? Let me know in the comments.