Is it April already?! I've got a short and sweet fit review for you all. Ever since Lululemon increased their price for their Align Short from $58 to $68, I have been on a mission to find similar shorts for less. Plus Lulu can't seem to keep their shorts in stock these days. 😐
For reference I'm 4 feet 11 inches tall and wearing size XS in Vuori. I also wear size 4 in Lululemon Align Shorts.
Clean Elevation Shorty Smoked Plum Heather Size XS
also wearing Ebb To Street Crop Tank Black Size 6
I purchased the Clean Elevation Shorty in two colors. The Smoked Plum Heather is really gorgeous in person. It's a fairly dark purple with a hint of brown undertones but it's definitely purple. I'm wearing size XS and they're a pinch tighter than what I'd like. It looks like a perfect fit in the photos, but the seam going across my lower waist digs in my hip just a bit. The fit is high rise and they definitely cover my belly button.
The Black Camo print is done really well. I'm fairly picky about my Camo pieces and this pair looks really good. The fabric feels very soft and almost like brushed suede. The fabric is also fairly thicker than Nulu. I would say it's about double the thickness. These shorts are supportive and have lightweight compression.
The fit is very comfortable but it's not the same naked feeling of Aligns. There is a pocket on the waistband but it's not big enough to hold a phone.
The inseam measures 6 inches which I think it's the longest length I would like for this style of shorts. Price is $54. Sometimes when Vuori has their end of season sale, you can find these for $39. I ended up returning both pairs and my search for a good Align Short dupe continues!
Performance Jogger Shade Heather Size XS - 25" inseam
also wearing Aritzia Boyfriend Hoodie Size XS
I think these are my 8th pair of Performance Joggers? I love them that much and these have been my favorite joggers for the last two years. I'm wearing my usual size XS. The color Shade Heather is a summertime blue. The fabric is super soft and I rank it up there along Nulu. The best part is, it's not as delicate as Nulu and washes really well. My oldest Performance Jogger is still pretty dang soft. It's lost some of the buttery feel but I've probably washed it 50 times by now so I can't complain.
That's it for me! Hope you all have a fun start to the week!
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Thanks for another great review, Leslie! Now that the weather is slowly warming up, I will be reaching for my Align Shorts soon! While they are buttery soft and really comfy, I don’t think I’ll be investing in another pair because of the pilling. They are not cheap and I expect better quality.
ReplyDeleteI really Ike the Clean Elevation Shorty Smoked Plum Heather on you. The color is simply gorgeous and it complement your skin tone. Do you choose to return both shorts cos they fit a bit too tight? Other than that, I personally think they look perfect on you! Hopefully the fabric doesn’t pill like Nulu!
The Performance Jogger looks comfy. Do you find it fitting looser than Athleta’s Balance Jogger? The latter is buttery soft but I find it a tad too tight in the rise and the legs. I like joggers that fit slightly loose but not baggy. :)
Hi Andrea!
DeleteYes, I ended up returning both because they were slightly too tight on my hips and also because they are slightly compressive and I prefer the naked feel of the Aligns. So far with Vuori, I have only experienced very minimal pilling across all items. I can't complain.
I took out my Athleta Balance Jogger in PXS, Vuori Jogger in XS and size XXS and laid them on top of one another. The Athleta Balance Jogger PXS and Vuori Jogger in XS are almost the same exact cut.
However the Vuori XXS is definitely slimmer in the leg and slightly smaller waist as well. when compared to Athleta PXS Balance Jogger. The rise on the Vuori seems to be lower than Athleta Balance Jogger. I would say you can always try a size up with Athleta, sometimes that makes all the difference. For Vuori if you prefer high rise, you might not like these. Definitely mid-rise.
One more thing Andrea, Vuori Performance Joggers are thinner than Balance Jogger, they are not lined with fleece, so definitely not as warm either.
DeleteThank you sooo much for comparing the joggers for me, Leslie! I never thought of sizing up cos the waist and hip fit me perfectly, but maybe I should. Will wait for the next sale. :)
DeleteAndrea there's a Friends and Family sale coming up this weekend for Athleta! You won't have to wait long. =D
DeleteOh thanks for the heads up, Leslie! :D
Deletehi Leslie, I agree with Andrea. Smoked Plum Heather is a great colour on you! Oh...I see that the Performance Joggers are available in this colour! I'm a little tempted...must resist!
ReplyDeleteHi Karen! I have the Performance Jogger in Smoked Plum. =D
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I have some photos towards the bottom of the post. =)
I should've guessed that you already have them in Smoked Plum Heather! What a gorgeous colour for the joggers!
DeleteHave you ever tried Align dupes from Ali-express. They work very well bought watermelon red last summer similar colour to Lululemon rustic coral. Also bought sage grey shorts when Lululemon sold out. Dark burgundy, red wine lot of colours very similar only different names.
ReplyDeleteWorth a try for 1/4 the cost i suggest try the 2.0 Shinbene shorts are exactly as align shorts.
Another store align leggings i bought two colours tide blue which is tidewater teal from lululemon. Also bronze and sand color leggings. Ask and the lululemon logo will be stamped on the back of the waistband for few $. Bought lo free of charge, option maybe not available,
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001957881182.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.21ef1802IpR59h
Hi Mack, I have not shopped at Ali-Express before. I have tried a pair of leggings and joggers from Amazon but wasn't too impressed. Do you have a specific link for the 6 inch short version? I would give those a try.
Deletehttps://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002758451291.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.0.0.21ef1802G885RP
DeleteSeamless front unlike align 6 inch shorts.
Higher waithttps://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004026941577.html?spm=a2g0o.detail.0.0.31786bb1n2l5Wt&gps-id=pcDetailBottomMoreThisSeller&scm=1007.13339.274681.0&scm_id=1007.13339.274681.0&scm-url=1007.13339.274681.0&pvid=9159b9d4-5223-4419-91d7-319d08a70251&_t=gps-id:pcDetailBottomMoreThisSeller,scm-url:1007.13339.274681.0,pvid:9159b9d4-5223-4419-91d7-319d08a70251,tpp_buckets:668%232846%238114%231999&pdp_ext_f=%257B%2522sku_id%2522%253A%252212000027789214207%2522%252C%2522sceneId%2522%253A%25223339%2522%257D&pdp_pi=-1%253B22.7%253B-1%253B-1%2540salePrice%253BCAD%253Brecommend-recommend
Almost exactly like align shorts only problem i found with these slightly loose at the waistband the other newer versions links above lot tighter fitting.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000944288226.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.153c3c009aW4wI&mp=1
Thank you for the links!
DeleteAritzia has TNA Butter Cheeky (V seam like aligns) shorts in 5" 7" and 9"! I read they're really similar but the white is sheer in a review. I am very curious and they run at $38 each and have tons of colors! I am going to try those but wish they had more colors in the 5" in stock.
ReplyDeleteThe Vuori jogger color is one of my faves I've seen! Definitely your color!
Hi Janessa! Those are definitely on my list to try. I see only a few colors are in stock with my size though. Hopefully they will have more soon! I am looking for the 5 inch ones also.
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