Similar to Lululemon’s Lightweight Linerless Tennis Dress but with a built-in bra and removable pads, Topcloset’s Tennis Dress is ready for spin class, step workouts, or a busy day of errands. Both options are made from stretchy nylon fabric, but this one includes separate shorts with two side pockets that are deep enough to hold your phone. We also like that it comes in three times as many colors for less than half of what Lulu charges. Reviewers say the dress is “comfy and flattering,” but note that it runs a bit small, so you may want to order a size up from your usual.
Material: Nylon, Spandex | Sizes: XS to XL | Colors: 11
4. Best Sports Bra: The Gym People Sports Bra
Pros: Wireless, removable padding, wide range of sizes and colors
Cons: Hand-wash only
In between a sports bra and a tank, this wirefree, padded top from The Gym People is a great swap for Lululemon’s Align Tank Top. With a longline silhouette, it provides medium support and is made from a Spandex blend that’s stretchy, breathable, and sweat-wicking—so a great pick for yoga or Pilates. Plus, it comes in over 30 colors (compared to just five at Lululemon) and has over 27,000 five-star reviews: “Hugs in all the right places, looks like the Lulu Align tanks, doubles as a swimsuit top, waterproof, durable, material is like butter. Overall, just perfect,” one fan wrote.
Material: Polyamide, Spandex | Sizes: XS to 3XL | Colors: 29
5. Best Jacket: G Gradual Zip Up Workout Jacket
Pros: Machine-washable, 4 pockets, thumbholes
Cons: May runs small, according to reviewers
The Define Jacket Luon from Lululemon is sleek, sexy, and fitted to perfection—but it only comes in three colors and has a steep price tag of $118. In comparison, this zip-up jacket is under $50 and comes in 15 bold colors, including magenta, royal blue, and sage green. Reviewers rave that it’s comfortable and that the fabric feels high-quality. “It’s like wearing a cozy hug,” one wrote. “Not too shiny, and it stretches with you, kind of like a second skin.”
Material: Elastane, polyamide | Sizes: XS to 2XL | Colors: 15
6. Magcomsen Long Sleeve Shirt
Pros: Tag-free, 4-way stretch, UPF 50+
Cons: Fabric is slightly different; sleeves may be too short for some, according to reviewers
Lululemon’s Swiftly Tech Long-Sleeve Shirt 2.0 is beloved by runners and strength training devotees, but we adore this Amazon alternative for its budget-friendly price and UPF 50+ sun protection that blocks your skin from harmful UV rays when you’re outdoors. The slim fit is ideal for jogging, hiking, or even swimming. While we think the two tops are pretty close, the Amazon dupe lacks the elastane and nylon found in Lululemon’s version, so it may not be quite as stretchy. Still, reviewers love the “perfect stitching” and “silky-mesh feel.”
Material: Polyester | Sizes: XS to 2XL | Colors: 31
7. Soothfeel Running Shorts
Pros: Lightweight, breathable, zippered pockets
Cons: May run large, according to reviewers
I just splurged on Lululemon’s Hotty Hot High-Rise Lined Short for myself for summer, and as much as I love them, I found a nearly identical pair on Amazon for a third of the cost. What I love about the Hotty Hot shorts is their length, zippered pockets, the wide waistband, and the built-in liner. This dupe has all the same features for under $30.
