Comments on: how-to guide: washing and caring for your lululemon gear

By: lululemon athletica GEC

lululemon athletica GEC — Fri, 31 May 2013 21:31:12 +0000

Hey Melinda,
Vibrant colours will often have some excess dye which comes out in the first wash and is fine after that. It is hard to say if this is what happened to your top or not. If you are concerned I would suggest washing it separately or bring it back into us and we would be happy to accept it back and work on a resolution that works for you. In terms of what we have done to correct this, we have brought in a leading fabric and dye expert, have added additional on site testing and each stage of the process and have expanded the range of tests we perform on our garments to see if we can replicate and therefore solve the issue you experience.
~Jenna

By: Melinda

Melinda — Fri, 31 May 2013 12:42:16 +0000

Thanks but with all day sun the pink is hardly noticeable now. Thank goodness! What’s up with the bleeding? I didnt even realize that Y tank was bleeding until this happened. When I soaked it by itself in the washer the entire tub of water was bright pink!! Geez, so glad I didn’t ruin anything previously. Will the bleeding stop? I mean, the shirt is not new and has been washed frequently. Has LuLu corrected the dye issues? I would take it back or send it back but what good will it do if I’m given another that does the same? I’ve never experienced this with clothing while wearing it.

By: lululemon athletica GEC

lululemon athletica GEC — Thu, 30 May 2013 17:30:28 +0000

Hi Melinda,
Sorry to hear that your new skirt isn’t as good as new after your tried removing the pink from it! Please take the two pieces to your local store so we can work with you on a resolution for them. We want to get you in gear for your sweatiest pursuits!
~ Siya
Social Media Educator

By: Melinda

Melinda — Thu, 30 May 2013 01:23:12 +0000

I’ve washed my hot pink Power Y tank a ton. The color is still vibrant as ever but I worked out with my new, white pace setter skirt and the pink bled onto my skirt during my workout! It was literallyne first time I wore the skirt after purchasing it is past weekend. I was able to get most of the stain out with oxyclean and sun but the fact that I can’t wear the two together is really unfortunate, inconvienient, and just plain stupid. I guess I’ll be wearing a different brand top for fear of any of the Lulu colored tops bleeding on to the skirt.

By: Kalae

Kalae — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:52:28 +0000

Washing in cold & air drying has done it for me! Even my most used Lululemon apparel has lasted me going on 3 years now..let it live on

By: lululemon athletica GEC

lululemon athletica GEC — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 14:54:08 +0000

Hi Lauren,
Your running tanks shouldn’t be snagging on the fabrics of your run bottoms. My recommendation is take your gear to your local store so we can chat about our suggestions for running gear. I tend to layer tanks like the Cool Racerback with a medium support bra for my runs and I don’t find they snag on bonded seaming. If you’re not near a local store, be sure to give us a call at the GEC (1.877.263.9300) in regards to this.
~ Siya
Social Media Educator

By: Lauren

Lauren — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 09:22:24 +0000

I’ve had a couple of tanks (105, Back on Track) very badly snagged from the bonded trim on the bonded turbo run shorts and the track time crops. The bonded trim seems to stick to the tops and snag them. What Lululemon fabrics is it safe to wear over the bonded Lululemon shorts/crops?

By: lululemon athletica GEC

lululemon athletica GEC — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:41:42 +0000

Hi Natasha,
We do not recommend using fabric softer in your gear as it coats the technical fabric and inhibits its wicking capabilities.
~ Siya
Social Media Educator

By: Natasha

Natasha — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 20:58:02 +0000

Could you please clarify whether or not we should use fabric softener on these clothes? I always add it to my rinse cycle, but I just saw Ellie’s post above and now I’m not so sure. Thank you in advance.

By: lululemon athletica GEC

lululemon athletica GEC — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 18:49:03 +0000

Hi Jessica,
If you’re near a local store, certainly take in your pants so we can take a look at them. If heading into a store isn’t an option, you can give us a call at the GEC (1.877.263.9300) with more details so we can chat about a solution.
~ Siya
Social Media Educator

By: Ari

Ari — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 16:15:25 +0000

Just like Clare said I also get pilling in the crotch area of my Wunder Unders. I would love to know if there is a way to prevent this becuase other than that they are the best pants I own!

By: Jessica

Jessica — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:12:46 +0000

I recently bought my first pair of running pants and I love them! But I’ve wore them once, and they already have snagg fuzz balls on the top thigh.. I don’t know what todo! I love these but I’m alittle upset since I just bought these. Please help

By: lululemon athletica GEC

lululemon athletica GEC — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:53:05 +0000

Hi Ashley,
We haven’t tested for bleach on our gear so it’s not something I recommend. I have tried soaking my gear in liquid soap and water before a wash.
~ Siya
Social Media Educator

By: Clare

Clare — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:37:21 +0000

I am a curvy girl and no matter what my legs rub when I walk/run and my astro,groove and wunder unders all get pilley in between my legs! How do i fix or prevent this from happening?

By: Ashley

Ashley — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 01:15:27 +0000

Is it safe to bleach my white reversible tank? I accidentally washed it with all my dark clothing, and it isn’t looking as white and bright as it used to!