What are lululemon Core Products? | lulu Best Sellers

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Stuff you’ll always find for purchase at lululemon.

If you’re new to lululemon, you might not be able to tell the difference between core and seasonal/fashion items. Core items are consistently restocked and come in a wide variety of colors and variations. A great example is the Free to Be Bra.

Seasonal or fashion items are typically “on trend” and may come in experimental colors and prints. It’s lululemon’s opportunity to explore what designs their consumers will love.

Below is our list of core items that you’ll always see on lululemon shelves. Some items are re-released in certain seasons, such as the Brave the Cold jacket in Fall and Winter. Most core items are typically carried year round.

lululemon Core Products

This list is categorized in the following sections:

1. Sport Bras
2. Tanks + Tops
3. Bottoms
4. Jackets/Outerwear

I. Sport Bras

a. Energy Bra (will have other variations + tank top)

b. Flow Y Bra (will have other variations + tank top)

c. Free to Be (FTB) Bra (will have other variations + tank top)

II. Tanks + Tops

a. Cool Racerback (CBR) Tank

The Cool Racerback ($48) has been through a few iterations. The current silhouette has irresistible details. I recommend getting the top in Nulu so that you feel heavenly in the buttery fabric. 

People typically get their true size in Cool Racerbacks.

Shop the Cool Racerback Collection

b. Love Tee

Another favorite of mine. The Love Tee is in it’s V (5th) iteration. The tee is made of soft pima cotton that drapes over anybody nicely. The top is great for layering too!

People typically get their true size or size down in Love tees. It depends on how fitted you want the shirt to be.

Shop the Love Tee Collection

c. Swiftly Speed Racerback/Longsleeve/Short Sleeve

Swiftly is an awesome fabric that doesn’t stink and wicks away sweat in minutes. The Swiftly tops come in various silhouettes and colors so that you can wear them in any season. The prices for the tops range from $58-$88 and do not go on sale too often.

People typically size up in Swiftly tops.

Shop the Swiftly Collection

III. Bottoms

a. Align Pant/Crop/Shorts

I have a love-hate relationship with Aligns.  The buttery soft Nulu fabric has me wanting to wear these all day. But if you have a thigh gap, you’ll inevitably run into the pill monster. For a $98 pant, I expect better durability and no pilling.

People typically size down in Align bottoms.

Shop the Align Collection

b. All the Right Places (ATRP)

The All the Right Places Tight ($118-$128) has been a staple in lululemon’s collection for years. I personally never really liked them. They have a flat front panel that prevents camel toe. They’re super compressive and the lines make the pants look like moto pants.

People typically get their true size in the All the Right Places pant.

Shop the ATRP Collection

c. Dance Studio Pant/Crop (lined/unlined)

Here is another pant that people swoon over. The fabric is comfy and drapes the body nicely. The Dance Studio pants (DSPs) are also convertible. You can opt for a lining or without.

People typically get their true size in Dance Studio bottoms.

Shop the Dance Studio Collection

d. Fast & Free (F&F) Tight/Crop/Shorts

The Fast & Free tights ($68-$128) are my favorite lululemon bottoms! I was super stoked when they released the 10″ length shorts. The side pockets are very useful when you want to go hands-free. The soft buttery and uber resistant Nulux fabric helps too!

They also make a Fast & Free version for men.

People typically get their size down in Fast & Free tights and crops, and size up in shorts.

Shop the Fast & Free Collection

e. Groove Pant

These are a blast from the past! I remember my first foray with lululemon involved the Groove Pant and their Cobra crops.  I love the seam on the bum because it really draws attention to your derriere.

People typically get their true size in Groove pants.

Shop the Groove Collection

f. Hotty Hot Shorts

Hotty Hot shorts ($58) are a runners dream come true. The pants have an inner liner that keeps everything in place. Mesh details make the pants super breathable.

People typically get their size up in Hotty Hot Shorts.

Shop the Hotty Hot Collection

g. Speed Up Shorts

I am team Speed Up. This is the updated version of lululemon popular Speed shorts (now discontinued). I personally love the stretchy fabric and the sizing seems to run more true to size or even larger.

People typically get their true size in Speed Ups.

Shop the Speed Up Collection

h. Wunder Under Pant/Crop

The good ol’ Wunder Under Pant (WUP). WUPs typically come in Luon, Full-On Luon, Luxtreme and warm fabric such as Rulu and the Herringbone and Pique. I love my herringbones and pull em out when Winter rolls around.

They made a Nulux WUP once and the fabric was so soft that the pant kept slipping down. I am glad they stopped doing that.

People typically get their true size in Wunder Under Pants.

Shop the Wunder Under Collection

IV. Jackets/Outerwear

a. Brave the Cold Parka

Another one of my favorites! I love the Brave the Cold jacket ($298). If you live in a very cold climate, this is worth it. I recommend sizing up just so that you can layer your other favorite lulu pieces underneath.

It’s a bit spendy, but it’s lasted me over 3 Winters now! 

People tend to size up with the Brave the Cold Parka.

Shop the Brave the Cold Parka

Related: How to Wash a Down Filled Jacket and Comforter

b. Define Jacket

This jacket is a fan favorite. However, it’s not my cup of tea.

The Define Jacket ($118-$128) offers a slimming silhouette and comes in Luon, Nulu, Luxtreme and Nulux. There’s even a hooded version of the Define Jacket.

People tend to size up with the Define Jacket.

Shop the Define Collection

c. Scuba Hoodie

The Scuba Hoodie ($118-$128) is another fan favorite. The jacket comes in a slew of colors and silhouettes and their latest light cotton fleece is soft, but still not as soft as some of my other hoodies. 

I also have an issue with their sleeves. My hands are too big to comfortably navigate through the wrist opening. 🙁 For people with small hands, I am jealous!

People tend to size up with the Scuba Jacket.

Shop the Scuba Collection

d. Stride Jacket

And finally, we have the Stride Jacket ($118). I purchased my first Stride Jacket back in 2010 and wore it everywhere. I love the stitching in the front because it creates a lululemon logo. It’s definitely eye catching.

The thumb holes and spacious hood complete this iconic lululemon jacket. lululemon, can you make this jacket in Nulux please?

People tend to size up with the Stride Jacket.

Shop the Stride Collection

V. Discontinued Core Items

a. Boogie Shorts

Final Thoughts

If you’ve never worn lululemon before, this list is a great place to start. The lululemon community has tested and vouched for these products year after year. 

What did you think about this list of lululemon core products? Do you believe some of the styles are warranted? What styles do you think should be on this list? Let us know in the comments!

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