These Athleisure Brands Rival Lululemon — & Are Cheaper, Too

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Lululemon is the pinnacle of athleisure, and we’re pretty much all obsessed  — but our bank accounts are not so much (that is, unless you shop the massive “We Made Too Much Section“). What are we supposed to do when we can’t get enough of Lululemon’s sleek and stay-put styles but just can’t bring ourselves to pony up 100 bucks for a pair of leggings anymore?

Thanks to the fact that athleisure is everywhere and is socially acceptable to wear to work and in public these days, it’s not too tricky to find brands that are just as good (if not better) than Lululemon. You can find plenty of reasonably priced alternatives that’ll ring up at just $30 to $60—rejoice! (Some of these brands have awesome sales too.) And while some comparable brands are still pretty pricey, we’re okay forking over the cash if they’re sustainable and/or offer more inclusive sizing—take newcomer Girlfriend Collective, for example. It’s safe to say athleisure has come quite a long way since flare yoga pants were the only option to wear.

So, if you only have drawers full of Lululemon, It’s time to open up your closet to these other next-level brands that are sustainable, cheaper, and on trend. 

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Beyond Yoga

Beyond Yoga isn’t lightyears different from Lulu on the price spectrum, but you totally get what you pay for: super soft, UV protectant fabrics, and really cute, colorful yoga and tennis gear that goes up to size 3X. Plus, they have really solid sale prices.

Athleta

Gap’s sister brand is a foolproof choice for comfortable and reasonably priced pieces that you can feel good about slipping into. Athleta has every workout item you need to complete your sweat-sesh OOTD in a wide range of sizes—from supportive sports bras to sleek pullovers for outdoor workouts. Not to mention, Athleta is a B Corp, which means they’re recognized as a company that puts people and the planet first through sustainable practices. We’re in.