Late last year Lululemon moved the Global Head Office to this popular Vancouver landmark at 1818 Cornwall Ave. as a short term lease but I suspected it may become permanent as the building was slated for ‘revitalization’ as it does not meet current energy efficiency or sustainability standards and was scheduled for redevelopment by March 2013. Lululemon announced yesterday that it has decided to purchase the building with the purchase being finalized in early March. I’m interested to know what plans Lululemon has for ‘luluizing’ the building and making it more energy efficient and sustainable. From what I understand, the neighborhood wasn’t very thrilled at the potential for the building being converted into more high density dwellings so I’m sure Kits is thrilled to have Lululemon take over this building and give it a much needed facelift. The building is 130,000 square feet but currently Lululemon is occupying 70,000 square feet with 300 employees.

Further reading:

The Vancouver Sun

Lululemon Media Site

I’ve been in search of a decent picture that shows off the seam details of this tank because it’s a little bit difficult to describe since I don’t know the correct term (reversed piping?), but it’s a very nicely finished detail that I wanted to point out.  In the bust of this tank you can see some black seams which are actually an underlayer of fabric. the outer layer (Ikat) forms a lip of hemmed edge which gaps and in between those two hems you see the under layer which is black. You can also see those seams on the upper back and in the seam that runs down the centre of the back. You may be able to feel this thicker seam on the inside while working out but it’s a pretty detail anyways that makes this tank a little extra special.

Get Focused Tank Ikat Print

These are socks meant for Bar Method Ballet Class and probably wouldn’t be ideal for running with the silicone grips. I do like that it has a silver wash treatment but it sounds like this is quite different from silver yarn and that it washes away after 50 washes. I’ll see if I can get the scoop on these today and what the 50 washes, silver wash business is all about. 

Method Sock

Description

• Lightweight sock with added silicone grips specially designed for fusion classes
• Ankle-height cuff stays in place, won’t slip, and protects ankles against ballet bars
• Microfiber yarns and a snug fit to reduce blisters
• Silver wash treatment keeps socks anti-stink for up to 50 washes
• Preshrunk
• 59% Tactel, 40% Nylon, 1% Lycra

No Limit Tank Sprinkler Blue/Sprinkler Ikat Print

I’ve been toying with the idea of getting a run vest to wear over my Run Swiftly LS but this one was a pass today because I need one  with good storage pockets and the only pockets on this vest are the two open shallow pockets that the model has her hands in.

I’m intrigued by the Distance Tank, particularly in Lilac Snow Cone. 

Solace Jacket (I really like the fit on this model).

Description

• Layer this jacket over your yoga gear, to keep warm throughout your busy day
• Our own blend of breathable cotton french terry with stretch so it won’t bag out!
• Thumbholes for keeping hands warm and sleeves in place
• Flat-seamed for chafe resistance and comfort
• Preshrunk so that there are no surprises when washed!

Run Swiftly Tech SS

Run Swiftly LS

Run Pace Setter Crop

Description

• Set the pace at the front of your running group in these knee-length crops
• Made of 4-way stretch power luxtreme™ fabric for ‘no bounce’ muscle support & quick drying, wicking capabilities
• Low-rise waistband with drawstring & elastic for support
• Body-shaping flatlocked seams reduce abrasion
• Back zipper pocket for secure storage
• Close fitting hip pockets create jiggle-free storage
• Quick-access gel pockets

Run Distance Tank. 

I really liked this tank. Cute sweatheart neck detail, lots of Circle Mesh built in to the back and the Snow Cone color is really pretty. 

Description

• Go the distance in this mid-length, next-to-skin, shelfless tank!
• Designed specifically to fit over your full support bra of choice
• Lightweight, inherently wicking luxtreme™ fabric keeps you dry and comfortable
• Wide straps are comfortable & won’t dig into shoulders on a long run
• Flat seamed for chafe resistance & comfort

Run Pace Setter LS

Description

• Super soft, next-to-skin long sleeve designed to be that extra bit of warmth you still need during early spring runs!
• Running luon® fabric provides inherent quick wicking performance
• Body-mapped with anti-stink circle mesh
• Long length that won’t ride up
• Don’t fiddle; thumbholes keep your sleeves down
• Chafe-resistant – flat seams

Scuba Hoodie Special Edition (pillow) Sprinkler, also comes in Flush

Well I came home empty handed today which made me feel a touch sad considering it’s Valentines Day, it’s pouring rain and I got soaked in order to get myself to the store thinking I’d find something on my *need* list but it was not meant to be today. I tried on the Solace Jacket and found it ran small, probably more so because it’s meant to be a fitted jacket. I think it will look best on petite figures with smaller busts. I found the arms where quite fitted and the chest area was snug so I had to fuss with the zipper to get it closed and it just wasn’t a very graceful type of jacket to close. As you can see in the picture below it’s a short, sort of angled zip.  It wasn’t at all ill fitting or snug in bad way necessarily, I just think it’s more suited to smaller chest, narrow hipped, long legged lucky ladies. If you don’t fall in this category, still try it on but grab a few sizes to see which works best for you.

There were new items in the run line today including this Pace Setter LS which had a lot of color blocking, made of running luon and has a boat neck. I think it was priced at $78 which didn’t strike me as a bad price for something with so much circle mesh paneling. I also saw it in solid black as well as this static coal color. There was also a pretty Pace Setter vest made of glide in Sprinkler but it was a pass because the pockets where very shallow and non zip up and there was just one strip of reflective detail on the back. If I’m going to wear a vest running I want it to have good deep pockets that zip up for my cell phone, Ipod and id and other things I like to carry with me. (ok I carry bear spray with me when I run. So what). And also I want reflectivity all over the place.

Pace Setter Crops. These are low rise, longer length crops with ruching at the bottom around the calf. I didn’t see any reflective detailing so it was a pass for me. 

Sprinkler Run Swiftly LS (also came in Flush). Tried this on today as I’m in want of a second LS but I just didn’t love this color on me. 

Get Focused Tank, made of luon. Very cute tank if you like a looser around the tummy fit and a more modest bust. I also saw the new No Limit Tanks. Flush/Flush, Sprinkler/Ikat, Coal/Coal Strata Stripe. The Distance Tank in Lilac Snow Cone was very, very cute in person. That went on my maybe list. It’s pretty close to pig pink only paler with a touch of lilac. Also spotted were Sprinkler Scuba (solid) and Flush Scuba (solid). 

Womens Cross Train Cap in Sprinkler/Ikat Print

The Solace Jacket in what looks like Heathered Heron Grey. I really want to try this one on but not sure I’ll like the length on me.

What’s Your Perfect Lululemon Tank for Valentines Day?