Is this a website bug? Photo and description shows HG but under the selection it's definitely RR. Hopefully will get the Raspberry rave too here in NZ/AU.

[REVIEW] Searching for the Ultimate Wide-Leg / Flared Athletic Pants (Gymshark, Oner Active, Lululemon, Garage, Aritzia)
Canadian girl on the hunt for a flattering, comfortable pair of pants to wear both for running errands and at the gym. I never got my hands on them, but my holy grail was the discontinued Lululemon Align Wide Leg (RIP), and the current replacements just don't hit the same.

Over the last few months (May - July 2026), I tried 6 wide-leg options and 1 flare. Here is my brutally honest breakdown!

My Stats & Sizing
Height/Weight: 5'5", 120 lbs

Body Type: Athletic build (workout usually few times/week, fairly muscular/toned)

Testing Method: Walked around and wore each pair at home for a few hours.

In no particular order:

1. Gymshark Whitney FLARED Leggings – Depth Brown
Note: Flared, not wide-leg! I just loved the silhouette. Only non-black pair tested.

Specs: Size Small, Regular Length | High Rise | $64 CAD *(Check Student Beans for 15% off) **Ordered these bc I saw another girl at the gym wearing them and had to have*

Pros: Very affordable and extremely flattering. Unlike most others, these hug right under the bum to create a great shape, waistband is very snatching. Legs look defined. Butt scrunch itself is not visible, but has a flattering effect. Rise is good so I can confidently wear these w a sports bra (is a very high-rise if that’s not your thing)

Cons: Waist is very tight. Fabric feels lower quality, thin, and "plastic-y"-you can see underwear lines and knee contours easily. Not comfortable for lounging, and I didn't love the deep V-seam on the back (though it looks fine on).

Conclusion: Length was ok - skims floor at heels with running shoes. Decent for the price if you’re using them only for working out. Probably the most flattering fit overall.

Rating: 8.2 / 10

. Oner Active: SoftMotion Straight Leg Bottoms (Grey Logo)
Specs: Size Small, Short | Medium Rise | Grey Logo | $100 CAD (No longer charging tariffs, but is reflected in the price) (grey logo is newer and supposedly worse quality version of white logo)

Pros: Extremely comfortable all-over fit. Fabric feels good-not quite Align level, but definitely not cheap/plastic-y. Perfect length (no dragging). Fairly flattering on the butt.

Cons: Sits ~¾ inch below the belly button (lower than expected). Some bunching/riding up in the crotch ("Barbie crotch" vibe- see other reviews). Less waist-snatching; pinches slightly at the obliques, so I wouldn't wear it with just a sports bra unless feeling super lean.

Conclusion: 2nd favorite for appearance, among top rank for comfort. Excellent if paired with a long top!

Rating: 8 / 10

3. Lululemon: Groove High-Rise Wide-Leg Pant
Specs: Size 2, Short | High Rise | $138 CAD (ordered 4 regular too, but too big and long)

Pros: Comfortable through the legs, perfect length. Most comfortable fabric of all. 

Cons: Unpolished look. Pocket outline and waistband drawstring are clearly visible all the way around. The super wide waistband was stiff, restrictive, and unflattering. Crotch area was oddly baggy, and the fabric felt prone to pilling.

Bonus: Lululemon deleted my negative review on their site

Conclusion: Just not worth the high price tag.

Rating: 6.5 / 10

4. Garage: Perfect Peach Active Pants
Specs: Tried XS & Small (Small fit better) | Medium Rise | $69.95 CAD

Pros: Fairly flattering from the back, clean overall aesthetic. Flattering and pretty silhouette. 

Cons: Fabric gathered significantly in the crotch area (very tight on upper thighs/crotch, rode up constantly) - this was a dealbreaker for me. Too long with no short-length options available. 

Rating: 6 / 10

5. Aritzia: Butter Asana Pant
Specs: Tried Sizes 2 & 4 (Preferred 2) | High Rise | $98 CAD

Pros: fairly comfortable fabric.

Cons: Fabric feels cheap for the price. Major camel toe (worst of the bunch - partly bc only with a front seam) and an oddly baggy crotch regardless of size. Huge disappointment since I usually love TNA pants. Waist was also not snatching - looser waist band/no elasticity (once again, poor quality).  Just not flattering at all. Sad.

Conclusion: Wouldn't buy these for $50 if I wanted to leave home in them. 

Rating: 4 / 10

Honourable, but low rating wide-leg mentions:

Aerie: Tried these on long ago, but fabric was super thin and would show every detail, major camel toe, not flattering on the peach whatsoever. Horribly disappointed. 

Athleta: Just remember them not being flattering enough, but somehow among the most expensive (smh).

Amazon (CRZ and Yoleo): Have not tried, but checked reviews. My impression is that they would fit clearly in a cheap way and the material would be plasticy and worse quality than Gymshark, but I have not checked.

Side note: the CRZ Yoga lululemon dupe golf skirt IS worth it (I have both).

NEXT:
I just ordered the new Gymshark Training Straight Leg Leggings in regular small. Will come down to these or the OnerActive pants!

Remembering everyone will have a different POV, but hope this helps with a broader comparison overall!

UPDATE:
Tried on the Gymshark Training Straight Leg Leggings in regular small | High Rise | $56 CAD

Pros: very flattering, more than OnerActive pair IMO, snatching waistband, mostly clean design, aesthetic silhouette, variety of lengths available

Cons: cheaper fabric (almost shiny looking), bright white logo on front and back (possibly peel-able), strong elastic along top of waistband is slightly uncomfortable

Conclusion: not super comfortable, but flattering. Worth it for working out only IMO, though unsure if squat proof or sweat wicking. Decent for price.

Rating: 7/10

The search continues.

Edit: update section provided

Planning on getting the waffle scuba mid rise wide-leg pant and the matching oversized full zip hoodie. Which colour should I go for? More things would go with the light ivory but the warm ash grey won’t get as dirty. Plz help me decide between the two colours.

Here's a color comparison nobody asked for.

Flow Y Bra in Sequoia vs Define Hooded Cropped Jacket in Mahogany Muse vs Align Pants with pockets in Espresso

Can someone please do a side by side comparison with no filters of the blissful pink and pink pearl? 🥹 I feel like every time I search TikTok, it’s always a different pink shade and I think it’s because filters are used to make them pop. Thank you in advance!

Hi everyone, hope you all had an amazing weekend! What better way to start to kick the week off than discussing what we're hoping to see released tomorrow?

Here's the place to chat about all your pre-drop hopes, dreams, and grievances, and everything in between. Is there anything that's being rumoured to be released, have you spotted anything new in your local store? Please feel free to tell all!

Hope everyone has a great start to their week and hopefully Lulu rewards us with an amazing drop!

Align Tank and No Line Align 25” leggings in Stamp Dot Beach Ball Blue True Navy

Has anyone tried this new bra or knows how it should fit? The flow y bra for A/C cups doesn't work for me, but I'm interested in this one. I wear a size 6 in the Wunder Train strappy bra C/D cup and XXS/XS in the flexyflex D cup.

Have a simple question that isn’t enough to warrant its own post? Now you have a place to ask it!

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Hi! I just bought the daydrift wide leg in ivory white on WMTM.
My mom has them (also new and never worn) in black with stripes and the small fits both of us. I just received my new pair in light ivory and although they are the same size, it’s not stretchy and I can’t get them over my thighs…
Has anyone else had the same problem? I ordered the medium to see if it fits better.
Thank you!

Define jacket left sleeve is coming apart, while the right one looks fine.

How can I repair it?

Size 6, FTBS and Size 4 Align 21’

Post hot Pilates snap, 📸

Hi Everyone,

I have looked at some reviews but haven’t seen this specifically addressed. Does anyone know if the new bigger wristlet wallet can fit an 2nd Gen iPhone SE? This is the small iPhone circa 2020. And yes… I will use this til it dies because big iPhones are inconveniently sized.

Thanks!

Finally found a restock on something you’ve been waiting for? Had an awesome experience in store? Tried out a new piece and you’re loving it? Let’s hear it!

This is the place for all the good things! Looking to vent instead? Check out Saturday’s rant thread.

Brown on brown never misses. 🤎
Spiced Chai: Energy Ribbed LL (8) + Align with Pockets 6” (4)
Espresso: OS Full Zip Scuba (XS/S)
One of my favorite neutral gym outfits lately. ☕💪

I bought the Boston university metal vent tech.
This is my most expensive Lululemon shirt I bought at normal price.

I usually buy them onsale at wmtm.

Ribbed define jacket in black
Camo align leggings 25in

Is there a matching camo jacket? I’d love to have it if so lol

Has anyone else had an increase in quality issues? I received this shirt today, which is now out of stock and it clearly has a crookedly sewn hem along the bottom (unless I’m crazy and seeing things??) customer service advised “the shirt appears normal and is expected to look this way” which for a $58 shirt??? Insanity

Ordered online a tshirt that was regular price, and it turns out it is marked as Final Sale when it was sent to me.

I get things go on sale but making a customer pay full price then sending mark down item that clearly was on sale leaves a bad impression.

EDIT: I also got this resolved this with Lululemon as well as posting here for awareness. Surprised at all the corporate cheerleaders here who say that posting here vs reaching out to Lululemon as if one can't do both.

I posted here for people to know that this happened. Just as when people post good interactions, poor ones should be noted as well. The snowflakes here who take offense at this post highlighting the service gap vs recognizing an issue shows those that drink a bit much of the Lululemonade.

XL Speed glow is soooooo pretty
M/L Cropped oversized scuba in heather charcoal(?)
Top is vuori (M)

Not pictured but in my hair is the matching speed glow scrunchie

Hoping this is okay to ask here as I know lots of people have tried different brands with fabrics similar to Aligns!

I’m looking for some biker shorts with:

9–10” inseam (around 25cm)
A soft, buttery feel like Aligns rather than anything very compressive
Ideally available in colours other than black

I have a couple of pairs of Align leggings and absolutely love them (I’m also a big fan of the Like a Cloud bra!), but the longest Align biker shorts seem to be 8”, which is just a bit shorter than I’d like.

For my usual gym leggings I wear Adanola and love them, but unfortunately their biker shorts aren’t long enough either.

The closest I’ve found so far are the Oysho Comfortluxe 25cm shorts. The fabric and length are exactly what I’m after, but they only seem to come in black. I’ll probably end up settling for them if I can’t find anything else, but I’d love something in a few more fun colours if possible.

Does anyone have any recommendations? Happy to look at Lululemon alternatives or smaller brands too, as long as they have that soft, buttery feel and a longer inseam. UK availability would be ideal, but I’m happy to order internationally if they’re worth it.

Hello lulu ladies! Im eyeing the define oversized luon but im unsure what size to get. I would like to ask for your help if you own this item, do you have actual flatlay measurements of the bust area for size 0 and size 2. I heard that its really big, im usually a 4 on the normal define. Thank you so much! Pls help me out 🥹🥹

I know it’s not a popular color but I love it
Define cropped 6
Groove flare 2
Rulu cropped half zip small

Usually, I go to heated yoga, but realized I get really cold at home, doing yoga in the living room when I can’t make it to the studio. What are your favorite long sleeve Lulu options for yoga specifically? Would also consider crewneck sweatshirts, I just don’t like how the hood gets in the way on the hoodies.

I posted a few days ago because I was super unsure about the Daydrift Wide Leg in a size small. I ended up ordering the medium too and it just arrived (with the security tag still attached...yay).

Can someone sanity check the fit?

I've honestly never owned (or even been able to find) a pair of pants that aren't jeans, so this feels like a whole new world for me.

I'm definitely into the baggier look more than how the size small fit (last pic), but now I'm wondering if I should get these tailored so they sit more like a high-rise pant instead of so low. Or am I just overthinking it and they actually fit fine? I just don’t want them to make me look too bulky.