Chip’s Not Dead Yet

Published by galen May 4th, 2008 in Chip Wilson, Events and News and Press Releases. 2 Comments

Chip's Not Dead Yet lululemonIf you are lucky enough to be living it up in Vancouver this summer, lululemon founder Chip Wilson is hosting the first annual “Chip’s Not Dead Yet Memorial Mile“. Given Chip’s peculiar nature, I’d expect no less than for this to be a charity run of epicly weird proportions.

Serious runners can race for cash prizes - and those out to have some fun can partake in “theme waves”. If you show up wearing a bridesmaid or wedding dress you can win a trip to the Bahamas. Run in your undies and win beer for a year. Participants sprinting in the nude, wearing superhero costumes, or even with their pet iguana on their shoulder can win prizes.

Basically, this is like a really fast moving gay pride parade. I wonder which event will have more lycra?

The Deets

Date: Friday June 20, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
Place: Alma and West 10th Avenue [map]
Entry cost: $25 - but Chip will match what you donate. All proceeds go to the BC Children’s Hospital.
Official Site: www.chipsnotdeadyet.com

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The Push Up Bra For Your Bum

Published by winter May 3rd, 2008 in Crops, Shorts and Skirts and Product Reviews. 1 Comment

Reverse Groove Short lulumonThe Reverse Groove Shorts are a marvel in engineering. I’ve never known a short that can lift my bum so high, hold my stomach in so tight, and render me camel-toe less. God is present in these shorts.There’s something about most mid thigh lycra bicycle shorts that is flat out unappealing. Somehow lululemon has managed to take the skin tight, thigh sucking, long short to a new and surprisingly sexy level.These shorts are tight yet modest - just the way you want them for spin class or at a gym with a lot of perverts. I can’t stand doing leg presses in relaxed fit shorts. I might as well be wearing a skirt.The length is perfect and modest for any gym. Rest assured, you will show no bottom bum cheek. The Groove Shorts also have a built in key pocket and all styles are reversible!Image courtesy of lululemon.com

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What’s The Deal With lululemon Tear Out Tags?

Published by melissa May 2nd, 2008 Uncategorizedin . 0 Comments

If you’ve invested half your yearly salary in luon clothes (like me) you’re well aware of the dreaded lululemon tear out tags. Even if you only own a few pieces - you’ve probably discovered their horror.

What’s the deal? These tags, with their all important information like the garments size and washing instructions are meant to be torn out. Fair enough, I don’t need a scratchy wrinkled tag nagging at me while I’m on the stair master - but that tag holds some damn pertinent information!

luon fabric is easy to care for, you wash it however you like - avoiding towels and fabric softener. I get it. Bamboo? Vitasea? Silverescent? I don’t know! But if the tag was still attached I might!

Maybe you have a favorite pair of lululemon crops you bought a year ago - you’ve started wearing them so much you need another pair. Wouldn’t it be handy to know what size you bought so you could just quickly run into the store and just grab another? No no. The tag is now ripped out, long gone - so you have no idea whether you bought a 4 or a 6, or gasp, do they really fit that tight? An 8?

I’m just saying - lululemon gets most things right - but I wish they would leave tear out tags to the domain of duvets and teddy bears and find an innovative way to display this information without chafing me - now THAT would improve the world.

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There’s Nothing Subtle About the Whisper Tank

Published by quinn April 22nd, 2008 in Product Reviews and Shirts and Tanks. 1 Comment

lululemon Whisper Tank

The Whisper tank is one of lululemon’s sexiest and most flattering tanks. The fabric flares away from the stomach slightly - keeping you cool and allowing for great range of motion - and the overall cut of the tank is well suited for any and all body types.

The bust area is more supportive than most lululemon tanks, and definitely emphasizes your breasts. In fact, there is no other tank that, ahem, augments, quite to the same extent. If you already have a larger chest you may look ridiculous if you are not careful. I bought the tank in a size too small and my breasts were definitely “on display”. The tank has an almost magical push up effect. Smaller busted ladies rejoice!In summary, this tank is great. The straps are nice and thick, offering more support and coverage. The back is also entirely covered and the high collar creates a very slimming silhouette. If properly fitted this tank can really eliminate the dreaded armpit fat. If worn too small you’ll have rolls there that you never knew about.

The newest version of the Whisper Tank, the Whisper Tank II, has some great added features. The back is now made out of mesh - offering the same coverage and support as before - but now in a much more breathable fashion. No one wants to feel covered in heavy fabric when they are working out.Additionally, the tank is now slightly easier to get on and off. Word of the wise - you may need a friend to help you out of it in the change room if you try and squeeze into one that’s a size too small!

Perhaps the greatest thing about the Whisper tank is its versatility. Many people love the fact that the Whisper tank looks chic and dressy enough to wear out for dinner.

Image courtesy of lululemon.co.jp

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Reusable Shopping Bag Scandal

Published by galen April 20th, 2008 in Criticism and News and Press Releases. 2 Comments

reusable bag message(The image to the left shows the controversial bag layer on the left and the regular bag on the right - image courtesy of emilybean on flickr.com)

Like most people who spend far too much money at lululemon, I have a closet full of their reusable shopping bags. I use them for carrying groceries, school books, gym clothes - pretty much anything I need to sherpa around. But hidden underneath the glossy red and white inspirational messages is a far more controversial set of quotes:

“When we are drunk or stoned, we are massively creative but we forget what we were creative about … There is little difference between addicts and fanatic athletes.”

Half of the entire bag is covered with these controversial messages.

The theme here is exciting, “You only have 30,000 days to live and then you are dead” reads the title. And lululemon is encouraging us, yet again, to get out there and live every minute to the fullest. However, considering that many of the company’s biggest spenders are far too young to fully understand the message - it just comes off as inappropriate.

Some brief or quick-fix incidences when our minds are clear to be creative are….when drunk or stoned…just after an orgasm,” it says.

The message concludes to say that regular aerobic activity provides a longer, more sustainable high. “The athlete’s high is the most long-lasting as it can last up to six hours,” the note continues to say. “There is little difference between addicts and fanatic athletes. Both are continually searching for a way to remain in a creative state.”

Norma Columbus said she was shocked to see the yoga-wear retailer’s original message underneath a printed cover. “It’s just a shock to see something like that on there,” she said. “I guess this must be some kind of a joke?”

A company spokesperson said the message isn’t a joke although it wasn’t meant to be viewed by the public.

from ctv.ca

A lot of media outlets have been taking the sensational approach to this secret message. But the fact of the matter is, this message it was never, ever, meant to be seen.

Clearly it was a bad idea for a publicly held company to even print something so contentious, but out of a commitment to sustainability they choose to cover the message up rather than destroy the bags.

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What the Heck is lulutallic?

Published by quinn April 18th, 2008 in Fabrics and Features. 1 Comment

lulutallicYou may have been hearing educators in stores talk about a new fabric called lulutallic and wonder what the heck it is. Essentially, lulutallic is similar to luon (lululemon’s signature nylon lycra blend) - with a shiny, brushed metal look to it.lulutallic has wicking and quick dry properties, is stretchy, and is machine washable. Though I do find that for the first couple of times when you wear the garment, your sweat will show up more readily. This can be eliminated simply by washing the item a few times.lulutallic has a great, dressy look to it. It’s also super smooth and feels very cool against the skin. For people looking for a lighter, smoother, dressier alternative to luon - they’ll find it in lulutallic!Currently many of your standby lulu garments are coming out in lulutallic - sometimes the full item is made of lulutallic, or sometimes this fabric is only a trim or detail.(On the photo above you’ll notice that the bottom half of the Studio jacket (and the arms) are made of lulutallic. See how it kind of looks shiny?)Image courtesy of lululemon.co.jp

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The Not So Deep V Bra

Published by quinn April 18th, 2008 in Bags and Product Reviews. 0 Comments

Not So Deep V Bra lululemonI love the Deep V Bra – it’s like a boob job that only costs you $40. And while the new, Not So Deep V Bra may not win over all Deep v Bra lovers, it’s definitely a great new addition to the lulu bra line.

This bra offers far more coverage than its predecessor – and is aptly named. The back is now made of mesh, for extra ventilation in high sweat areas. You’ll also find that on the inside of the bra there are many areas made of soft mesh - this really helps keep the sweat away from your skin.

The Not So Deep V has more support than the regular ol’ Deep V – though it still only offers moderate support. It does fit slightly larger than the before and if not sized properly it can ride up under the armpits.

The elastic around the rib cage is brushed, making it far easier to get on and off than before. Cup pockets are built in, and cups are complimentary with this bra - though if you lose them you can now buy new ones at all stores.

Unfortunately this bra doesn’t have a built in iPod pocket - so you’ll have to wrangle up another method of storing your iPod. I like to double this tank up under my Deep V Tank for extra support, and for the use of its iPod pocket.

Sadly, for those who lived in and loved their Deep V Bras, they are gone for a while - being replaced by the Not So Deep V. Deep V Bras are currently still in some stores, so stock up while you can! Then learn to the love the new style.

Image courtesy of lululemon.com

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Grim Reaper Cloak or lulu Shrug?

Published by melissa April 16th, 2008 in Jackets, Hoodies and Vests and Product Reviews. 2 Comments

lulu shrugThe lulu Shrug is a comfy and cozy new shrug that either looks really good, or really bad - I still can’t decide. Made of thick and cozy cotton, it is warm and extremely comfortable. I’ve worn it on several flights and felt perfectly cocooned.

The strange thing about this shrug is that it has a hood that’s not quite a hood. It looks entirely stupid when up. And if you buy the black version, you’ll be a dead ringer for the grim reaper. I’ve tried putting the hood up to protect from the wind and cold, but it just ends up dropping down and covering my whole face. Weird!

The back of the sweater tapers down, just past the bum. The sleeves are nice and long, and the whole garment fits quite loosely. Overall it’s fairly similar to the ever so popular long Aritizia shrugs by Wilfred. Though the lulu version leaves you feeling more like you’re wearing a hooded muumuu.

I really dig the length and the fit - and on days when I just want to roll out of bed and throw on jeans and a cozy sweater, the lulu Shrug is a good option.

Image courtesy of lululemon.co.jp

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lululemon Mansy

Published by melissa April 1st, 2008 in News and Press Releases. 0 Comments

lululemon Mansy

lululemon has a history of hilarious April Fools Day jokes, and this year was definitely the best in recent memory:

Newspapers and magazines across the country ran a full page ad featuring a svelte David Belcham (labeled the Men’s Naked Yoga Guru) wearing the newest addition to the lululemon line - the Mansy. Some stores even had actors dressed up in the mansy - modeling the garment, and even doing yoga in it. Mannequins in a few stores’ front window even featured the one-piece - thong and all!

An aptly named onesy for men, the red leotard rides high up on the hips and leaves only a thin strip of undercarriage fabric to hammock the banana in. The model is striking a blissfully suggestive Warrior 1 on Vancouver’s Kitsilano Beach, while presumably mooning swimmers in the water behind him in this only mildly more respectable version of Borat’s famous bathing suit.

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Suffice it to say, the image of the red one piece is permanently burned into my retinas! While lululemon has a history of shock and awe grass roots marketing campaigns (free clothes to those who stand in line naked, Chip Wilson dressed in baby clothing to trivialize any child labor claims, etc) - this one left us with our jaws dropped while keeping good taste in tact.

Image courtesy of Ruth666 on flickr.com

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The Om Jacket

Published by quinn February 23rd, 2008 in Jackets, Hoodies and Vests and Product Reviews. 3 Comments

OM jacketThe Om Jacket is certainly a very unsung lululemon piece, and I’m not quite sure why. So many people are ga ga over the she-bop or the shape-up jacket, but for my life - the Om jacket is a perfect fit.

Cut long and lean in the torso, high in the neck, and made from extra silky luon, the Om jacket feels great on. There are thumbholes at the wrist to help you stay warm and to help the jacket stay put when you layer something over top of it. lululemon tops are often cut quite long in the arms, and I find the addition of thumbholes help the sleeves not bunch up when under another layer. The Om jacket also has long, flattering lines down the front that are very slimming.

The OM jacket is a jacket that I cannot live without when traveling. It packs up small, and is very multipurpose. It’s a long, warm, layer - with a high enough neck that I don’t need to pack a scarf. It’s also stylish and dressy enough to wear out without feeling like I’m in wearing an adidas track suit.

Note: The price point is high - the OM jacket retails for $109 CDN.

image courtesy of lululemon.com

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lululemon Crystal Jacket

Published by melissa February 2nd, 2008 in Jackets, Hoodies and Vests and Product Reviews. 0 Comments

Crystal JacketThe Crystal Jacket is one of the best thought-out ski / snowboard jackets on the market. The whole jacket is waterproof and fully taped - meaning no matter how much snow / sleet / rain you manage to get yourself into - you’re going to stay dry. This thing is practically a wet suit.

Throughout the jacket you’ll find loads of pockets - there’s room for a snack, cell phone, ipod, glasses, books - whatever. You certainly don’t need to carry a backpack when you have this thing on. You become your own sherpa. The pockets are also placed very strategically, so when you fall hard on the hill, you aren’t going to crack what you have stowed away.

Core venting zippers are built into the jacket - meaning you can unzip in certain places and allow only a small layer of mesh to be between you and the fresh air. This is a quick way to cool down fast - in the areas you need it most. The liner is body mapped, with cozy furry lining where you’ll need to stay the warmest, right down to some shell-only areas. There is a big stretch cord on the inside to give the jacket to give you a more tailored, flattering fit - and if you don’t have a big belly - you’ll definitely need this. I find most of the lulu jackets fit amply around the stomach area.

The outside of the jacket has been treated to be abrasion resistant and to help shed the snow and rain. Watch how fast beads of moisture just roll off the jacket. It’s magic.

There is an underliner on the jacket that pulls down to keep the snow from getting in. You snap it up and no matter how hard you fall in that ditch of powder, nothing will get it. The sleeves have a similar system - there are thumbholes that stop the inner layer from riding up - and prevent any snow from getting in. It also makes getting your mittens on and off a cinch, since the fabric is so smooth.

The hood offers full coverage, and is adjustable to keep maximum heat - and to seal out the weather. It can also be rolled away for those sunny days.

The lululemon Crystal Jacket has every possible feature you could want in a heavy duty winter jacket - and some you didn’t even know you wanted. Trust, me you’ll never go back to owning a winter jacket without thumbholes or venting zippers again. They say, a luxury once experienced becomes a necessity: this sums the Crystal Jacket right up.

Image courtesy of lululemon.com

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To and Fro Jacket

Published by quinn February 1st, 2008 in Jackets, Hoodies and Vests and Product Reviews. 2 Comments

lululemon To and Fro JacketWhile certainly not the most flattering lululemon rain jacket out there - the To and Fro Jacket is great for those frantic mornings when you want something easy to throw on that keeps you dry, dry, dry.

The To and Fro Jacket has more than ample pocket room on both the inside and outside of the jacket, and is cut extra long and roomy in the torso and sleeves. The entire jacket is adjustable. You can change the waist, hem, and hood to customize your fit. Water resistant from top to bottom, it will keep you very dry.

While definitely a fashionable “bubble” fit, the jacket really doesn’t flatter many figures. Unless you are rail thin and looking for strangely placed lumps and bumps, I find this jacket extremely unforgiving.

It comes in a few fun colors, and more power to you if you can pull of the look. I’m still sticking to my Essence or standby Apres to keep the rain at bay, but props to lulu for giving us so many rain beating options.

image courtesy of lululemon.com

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The Deep V Bra: This Ain’t Your Average Jogbra

Published by galen February 1st, 2008 in Bras and Product Reviews. 1 Comment

lululemon Deep V BraThe first ever sports bra, called the Jogbra, was made by sewing two jock straps together. Talk about function over form.

When it comes to my sports bra, I definitely put function first. I don’t care how cute the bra looks – if it doesn’t do its job, I’m not wearing it. The lululemon Deep V Bra allows me to have my cake and eat it too! While not an overly supportive bra whatsoever, for low to moderate support activities (think yoga, pilates, weight lifting) the Deep V Bra is the hottest bra on the market.

First off - for the smaller busted gal, the Deep V Bra (and Tank) is your new best friend. You’ll look like you just had a boob job. Seriously. You’ve never gained cup sizes so fast.

For busty ladies – this bra will make you look even more busty. And if you are super duper busty, your boobs will just plain fall out while in downward dog. You’ve been warned! High impact activities for the well-endowed are certainly not recommended in this bra. A great option, however, is to pair the Deep V Bra with a Deep V Tank. This provides double the support and will give you cleavage galore!

Aside from the glorious “effects” of the Deep V Bra, and bra is flat seamed – leaving no irritation or chafing. The racerback helps keep you cool and allows for unlimited movement. The whole bra is wicking, meaning sweat instantly moves away from your body, into the fabric, and then evaporates. When I workout, I sweat a lot, and thankfully this kind of fabric makes it all disappear quickly! There is a built in iPod pocket – big enough for a shuffle – or to fit a gym pass / key / money. I don’t know how I would live without this feature. The bra also comes with removable cups to help add a little lift, a little support, and a whole lot of nipple coverage!

I love that this bra leaves no pressure points. You will not be squeezed or squished out of this bra if you choose your size correctly. The flat seams and smooth fabric make you forget you are even wearing a bra – so you can focus more on your workout, and less on readjusting yourself.

In short, if you are searching for a fantastically flattering sports bra, and don’t need high support – you’d be hard pressed to find anything better out there. The Deep V bra comes in a wide variety of colors, sizes, and looks great on all shapes and sizes.

Image courtesy of lululemon.com

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The Essence Jacket: Keeps You Dry & Stylin’

Published by quinn February 1st, 2008 in Jackets, Hoodies and Vests and Product Reviews. 1 Comment

lululemon Essence JacketLiving in a rainy climate makes you aware very quickly that there are far too few functional and fetching raincoats on the market. lululemon’s Apres Yoga jacket is a West Coast girl’s best weapon against the rain, and this season lululemon has released a few new options to beat those impending Spring showers. The best of the bunch is the new Essence Jacket.

The Essence Jacket is extremely light weight. There really isn’t much bulk to this jacket, not even a liner, and it’s meant to be paired with a cozy hoodie or sweater underneath on colder days. It definitely won’t keep you warm - but it will keep you very, very dry. Thankfully it sports a removable hood and a nice high collar to keep the rain out. Be warned, in certain color combinations this collar ends up looking more like a neck brace, so purchase carefully.

The jacket is snug fitting at the chest, and flares out slightly - creating a fun and flatting shape. The waist can be cinched by a belt, the sleeves are cut long and there is a built in iPod cord wrangler.

The Essence Jacket picks up where the Apres Yoga Jacket left off. While I still can’t imagine retiring my Apres for good - the Essence jacket is certainly a flirty and figure flattering new addition to my wardrobe.

Image courtesy of lululemon.com

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Deep V Tank II: If You Got’em, Flaunt’em in the Gym

Published by winter January 31st, 2008 in Product Reviews and Shirts and Tanks. 2 Comments

Deep V Tank IIlululemon has finally caught on to the fact that the reason so many women love the Deep V Tank is because it makes their boobs look great. It does for boobs what the groove pants does for bums.

I still can’t actually believe that the hang tag on the new version of the Deep V Tank, the Deep V Tank II, really reads “If you got’em, flaunt’em in the gym”. It sort of makes the objectification official. But the new tank is incredible.

The new version of this tank has the same medium support, relaxed stomach, brushed elastic and smooth straps. But it also features increased ventilation (the racerback is now mesh, along with the shelf bra) - and I find that it keeps everything in place a little bit better. The built in bra has been updated, and the V is cut slightly higher in the front - providing a bit more coverage. Also, the new tank comes in a wide variety of colors / patterns / and even some metallic options. The new look is flattering, innovative and even more functional than previous versions.

Yes, the tank makes your boobs look awesome. But what if you don’t, ahem, got ‘em? I say, if you don’t got ‘em, you still look like you do in this tank, so flaunt away.

Image courtesy of lululemon.com

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Contortionist Wears lulu on Oprah

Published by quinn January 31st, 2008 in News and Press Releases. 0 Comments

lululemon oprahToday on Oprah, Leslie Tipton, a professional contortionist, was found folded up in O’s suitcase - decked out in head to toe lululemon.

Leslie, who is also the world’s fastest person to put eggs into egg cups with her feet (oh. my. god.), did look exceptionally cute in the brand new Ujjayi Y Tank.

I know yoga makes you bendy, but this bendy? Really?

From Oprah.com

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Update: lululemon Warehouse Sale a Success!

Published by quinn January 31st, 2008 in Discounts and Sales, Events and News and Press Releases. 0 Comments

lululemon warehouse sale ottawaAll you Ottawan lululovers debating whether or not to risk frostbite for a stab at cheap luon, the overwhelming response after the successful Calgary sale is GO GO GO!!! The Calgary sale has sadly come and gone, but most customers walked out with some pretty kick ass bargains.

Word on the street is that items were averaging 40-80% off - and that the sales got better and better towards the end. Lines were long, but it sounds like lulu managed to wrangle the crowds once they got inside, and that the tills / mass change rooms* ran like a well oiled machine.

According to lululover poster Jenna, “If you go closer to the end of the sale they are HUGE deals and people are so sick and tired of the line ups all weekend that the wait has totally slimmed down by the time Sunday has rolled around. This is a clearance, they do not want to pack all this stuff up again! It is well worth it in my experience. GO!”

Selection is good - and according to poster K, “If you are a 6 or an 8, this is the sale for you.” While scuba hoodies and larger sized items seemed hard to come by, pretty much everything else - from jackets to groove pants, to tanks to tech tops - was in stock and marked down like crazy.

Mark from Calgary emailed us to let us know “Some things were there on sale for under ten bucks.” Gasp!

So, go, brave the cold and shop! You’ve got THREE days left all you lucky Ottawans.

*And yes, you read that right, the change rooms are “group” change rooms. If you want to snag a bargain you’d better be able to strip down to your skivvies in front of total strangers - either that or wear a bodysuit.

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Photo from flickr

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lululemon Jobs Galore!

Published by galen January 18th, 2008 in Jobs. 0 Comments

As promised, we will continue to keep the new lulu job postings coming. As per their website, they just posted two pretty kick ass looking jobs.

Wholesale Account Manager: The lululemon wholesale specialty group manages wholesale partnerships with yoga studios, fitness centers, hotels, retreats and spas throughout the United States, Canada, Asia, Great Britain, and Australia. The account manager will be the key point of contact for a region of strategic wholesale accounts in the US. link

Sign me up! Groove Pants + Spas = my dream job!

Receptionist/Facilities Assistant: The Receptionist/Facilities Assistant acts as the first line of contact which represents the face of lululemon and as such meets, greets and directs all inquiries received. The position is the ‘hub’ of information and performs a variety of tasks to assist with the facilitation of activities and resources both at the reception area and throughout the facility within the Store Support Centre. link

Both are out of the head office in Vancouver.

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Pure Yoga in Hong Kong

Published by butter January 18th, 2008 in Yoga and Pilates and lululemon Dealers. 0 Comments

Pure Yoga Hong KongYoga in Hong Kong has experienced quite a boom in the past few years. Studios are lavish, in five star hotels, atop penthouse suites - they are nothing short of palaces. And even in a city that is work, work, work - a city that never sleeps, a high percentage of the population takes the time to do yoga.

Pure Yoga is by far the biggest player in the city. Dubbed the Louis Vuitton of yoga, Pure’s studios are upscale, elaborate and downright impressive. Just take a look through the photo gallery on their website and you’ll be booking a plane ticket to Hong Kong in no time. They have figured out the high end yoga business. Studios are just plain glamorous!

They also happen to carry lululemon! Pure Yoga studios have retail space within the complex that feature lululemon, along with prAna, Mari Dade and Carrot, Banana & Peach. Though lululemon is by far the most prominent brand. Their selection is quite impressive, and if you are looking to buy lululemon in Asia, outside of Tokyo, Aichi or Manila, Pure Yoga is really your only option - albeit a great one!

Pure Yoga has studios outside of Hong Kong as well, in Taipei and Singapore - and plans to open more studios going forward. They offer teacher training, retreats, and their daily schedules are, of course, impressive.

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Vancouver Factory Outlet Open Seven Days a Week

Published by melissa January 17th, 2008 in Discounts and Sales. 1 Comment

lululemon factory outletlulu lovers in Vancouver, rejoice! Rumors were floating around during the holidays that the hole-in-the-wall lululemon outlet on East 3rd was going to be staying open 7 days a week like a regular store… well, those rumors have now officially been confirmed! Vancouverites will be able to get their discount lulu fix any day of the week.

As always, the factory outlet offers free hemming on pants, a discount if you bring in an old garment or mat, and the selection continues to rotate throughout the day.

Currently they have a great selection of discounted merchandise - though the savings from one item to the next varies drastically. If you are willing to give the outlet a good look through, you will definitely be able to snag a good bargain. I spotted some fun Spring items for under $10!

If you are there to pick up something super generic, like plain black groove pants or a white scuba hoodie, they always seem to have items like that in stock.

In short, now that they are open 7 days a week, the lululemon factory outlet is a great place to visit on a whim. You might save hundreds, you might not! But who can resist the trek out to East Van on a hunt for a bargain! I know I can’t.

Address: Avocado green building on East 3rd, between Clark and McLean. Follow those instructions and you won’t get lost like the rest of them. Tip: view the map. If you do somehow manage to get yourself lost, call 604-215-9300. That’s lululemon’s customer education center, and they can guide you.

Photo from alwayscanadian

*A reader commented that the Factory Outlet is a fantastic place to bring out of town guests, as they’ll be able to fill their suitcases with cheap lulu. We agree!

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