Most people think of leggings when they think of lululemon. However, they have really stepped up their game in all aspects of activewear…including shorts. This article will break down the best lululemon shorts for women.
Just like their leggings, lululemon has the perfect pair of shorts for you, too…no matter your size, shape, lifestyle, and preferred workout(s). So let’s get right into the best lululemon shorts money can buy.
Best Lululemon Shorts
for Running
lululemon Speed Up High-Rise Lined Short 2.5
The Speed Up High Rise Lined Shorts with the 2.5-inch inseam are one of my favorite overall lululemon shorts (especially for running). They are flattering yet supportive. The Speed Up Shorts have a unique design that makes you feel sexy yet confident by providing the perfect combination of mobility, cut, and coverage.
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The waistband is made from the luxtreme fabric, so it is very comfortable and doesn’t dig into your waist. The Speed Up Short also comes in a low and mid-rise option, but the high rise is best for runners since it will give you the coverage and support necessary for running. These running shorts also have a liner for added support. I love how they are longer in the back than the front. This design detail makes them look sexy in the front but still gives me the coverage I like in the back. Another feature that I love is the slit along the thighs for added mobility. If you prefer a bit more coverage, they also have a 4″ version.
Fabric Details:
- Lightweight
- Quick-drying
- Four-way stretch
- Sweat-wicking
- Added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention
Product Features:
- Secure back pocket
- The built-in liner offers extra coverage
- Connected gel pockets on the waistband give you flexible storage options
- Continuous drawcord
Price: $58
lululemon Track That High Rise Lined Short
The Track That High Rise Lined Short with the 3-inch inseam is another great loose-fitting running short – perfect for long strides. They are looser and less form-fitting than the Speed Up High Rise Shorts. They are also slightly longer, and the waistband has a different design that isn’t as smooth as the Speed Up Short. Since these shorts are looser, you will have more mobility. They are very comfortable shorts, making them great for everyday wear.
Fabric Details:
- Lightweight
- Quick-Drying
- Four-way stretch
- Sweat-wicking
- Added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention
Product Features:
- Secure back pocket
- The built-in liner offers extra coverage
- Continuous drawcord
- Side zippered pocket
- The waistband lies flat and won’t dig in
Price: $58
lululemon Find Your Pace Lined High-Rise Short 3″
The Find Your Pace Lined High-Rise Short with the 3″ inseam is the definition of a true track short – but cuter and more comfortable. These shorts are very lightweight and sporty. The 3-inch inseam seems to be the perfect length for running – sporty yet sexy. The long slits are not only great for long strides and added mobility, but they also elongate your legs. The waistband is similar to Speed Up Short but not as wide.
Fabric Details:
- Lightweight
- Quick-Drying
- Four-way stretch
- Sweat-wicking
Product Features:
- Continuous drawcord
- Back drop-in pocket
- Reflective details
- The waistband is treated with No-Stink Zinc™ to inhibit the growth of odor-causing bacteria on the fabric
Price: $68 – $72
lululemon Wunder Train High-Rise Short 6″
If you are in search of running shorts but prefer a tighter fit, the Wunder Train High Rise Short 6″ is a great option. When it comes to running, you don’t typically think of tight shorts. However, the Wunder Train High-Rise Shorts have some features that make them perfect for just that.
The main feature that makes these a great running short is the compression – they are very tight so they will hold everything in…nothing will be “bouncing around.” That being said, I would size up.
Even though they are very tight, they are still comfortable since they are made from the Everlux fabric, which is highly breathable.
Another feature that makes the Wunder Train Shorts great for running is how tight they are around the thighs to ensure they don’t ride up. You won’t have to touch these shorts at all on your runs.
Fabric Details:
- Fastest drying fabric
- Breathable
- Sweat-wicking
- Four-way stretch
- Supportive
- Feels cool and sleek on the inside, soft and brushed on the outside
- Added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention
Product Features:
- Waistband drawcord keeps your leggings in place, so you don’t have to pull them up
- Hidden pocket in the waistband has space for your card and keys
Price: $64
Best Lululemon Shorts
for Lounging
Lululemon LA Sweat Short
The Lululemon LA Sweat Shorts are perfect for lounging and running errands. They are super simple and super comfortable.
These casual shorts feature a simple waistband that doesn’t dig in but won’t fall down. They are made from a soft cotton terry fabric…perfect for a lazy Sunday. The pockets are a nice bonus…they lay flat against your hips and are useful when running errands for your phone, key, and cards/cash.
Typically, shorts for lounging and comfort are baggy, but the LA Sweat Shorts aren’t. They flatter your body nicely. They aren’t tight but they also don’t completely hide your curves.
Fabric Details:
- Soft against your skin
- Naturally breathable
- Added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention
Product Features:
- Waistband drawcord keeps your leggings in place, so you don’t have to pull them up
- Hidden pocket in the waistband has space for your card and keys
Price: $68
Best Lululemon Shorts
for Cycling
lululemon Invigorate High Rise Short 6″
Cycling is a sweaty and intense workout for which the Invigorate High Rise Shorts are perfect. They feature the Everlux fabric, which is Lululemon’s fastest drying, most breathable fabric.
Fabric Details:
- Fastest drying fabric
- Highly breathable
- Sweat-wicking
- Four-way stretch
- Supportive
- Feels cool and sleek on the inside, soft and brushed on the outside
- Added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention
Product Features:
- Side drop-in pockets
- Hidden waistband pocket
- Continuous drawcord
Price: $68
Best Lululemon Shorts
for Tennis
lululemon Play Off the Pleats Mid Rise Skirt
Most tennis skirts look big and bulky to me. What I love about the Play off the pleats tennis skirt is its simplicity and femininity. It is one of the few tennis skirts I’ve seen that highlights your curves. It has a very minimalist design with small pleated details on the side. The pockets are in the lining of the skirt, so your phone, keys, money, etc., can easily be hidden. A bonus zippered pocket is also in the back for extra secure storage.
The bottom of the lining has grippers around the thigh so they won’t ride up when you are swiftly moving around on the court. This skirt is also great for running – the skirt part gives you the coverage you would want when running, but it’s not too baggy where it would seem annoying. This tennis skirt has a 13″ inseam, which is the perfect length for playing tennis.
Fabric Features:
- Lightweight
- Four-way stretch
- Sweat-wicking
- Quick-drying
- Added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention
Product Features:
- Secret stash pocket in the liner
- Secure back pocket
Price: $68
Best Lululemon Shorts
For Yoga
lululemon Align High-Rise Short 4″ 6″ 8″
The super stretchy, buttery soft nulu fabric makes the Align High-Rise Shorts perfect for yoga. They aren’t as compressive as some other styles like the Fast and Free or Invigorate, allowing your body to move in the easiest and most fluid way possible. I always size down in the Aligns since they are so thin and stretchy.
The Align High-rise shorts with the 4″ inseam have less coverage, making you feel a bit more exposed, so I would recommend them for hot yoga. The 6″ inseam is better for a slow flow so that they won’t ride up your booty.
Fabric Features:
- So buttery soft, it feels weightless
- Four-way stretch
- Sweat-wicking
- Breathable
- Added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention
Product Features:
- Hidden waistband pocket fits a card or a key, and it won’t get in your way
- This collection’s great for low-impact workouts like yoga or whenever you want to feel comfortable
Price: $58
Best Lululemon Shorts
for Thick Thighs
lululemon Track That Mid-Rise Lined Short 5″
The Track That Mid-Rise Lined Short 5″ is great for thicker thighs because of a few key features. First, they have a high slit along the top of the thighs to allow for ultimate mobility…they will never squeeze you too much around your thighs.
The 5″ inseam seems like the ideal length for women with thicker thighs because it provides more coverage so you feel comfortable and confident. The liner also adds additional support.
The mid-rise hits the perfect spot where it doesn’t dig into your waist.
Fabric Features:
- Lightweight
- Sweat-wicking
- Quick-drying
- Four-way stretch
- Added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention
Product Features:
- Built-in liner for extra coverage
- Continuous drawcord
- Side zippered pocket
- Waistband lies flat and won’t dig in
Price: $58
lululemon Speed Up Short Mid-Rise 4″
Lululemon’s Speed Up Short with the mid-rise waistline and 4″ inseam are an ideal pair of shorts for ladies with thick thighs. The mid-rise waist hits at the perfect spot – it won’t dig in. and the 4″ inseam provides more coverage than the 2.5″. I love the slits along the side of the thighs that make these shorts squat-proof and allow for maximum mobility – all while looking very flattering along your curves.
Fabric Features:
- Lightweight
- Four-way stretch
- Sweat-wicking
- Quick-drying
- Added Lycra® fiber
Product Features:
- Secure back pocket
- Connected gel pockets on the waistband give you flexible storage options
- Continuous drawcord
- Built-in liner offers extra coverage
Price: $58
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