tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post6061757254430429907..comments2024-03-28T07:32:02.437-07:00Comments on An Uncomplicated Life Blog: Athleta's Fall Textures Are Killin' It!Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-72809963862704003122014-10-30T07:44:00.671-07:002014-10-30T07:44:00.671-07:00Exactly! Spend $100 now, get a great fit and aweso...Exactly! Spend $100 now, get a great fit and awesome quality OR spend $100 over five years on $20 dollar yoga pants that you have to replace every year. The answer is pretty clear to me!<br /><br />I'm wearing the leggings as I type this :)Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-43693099530280001652014-10-30T07:36:06.097-07:002014-10-30T07:36:06.097-07:00Oh I'm with you on the quality workout gear. I...Oh I'm with you on the quality workout gear. I'd rather spend $100 now and have it last for years. I still have my lululemons from five years ago. Sure they aren't in tip top shape but they're definitely wearable. I like those textures a lot and the black long tights are perfect. I love the sweater too, it's so cute! Ursula https://www.blogger.com/profile/13324093753668564422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-15618409115964474062014-10-30T05:46:21.694-07:002014-10-30T05:46:21.694-07:00Oh heck yes! MN doesn't have sales tax and I m...Oh heck yes! MN doesn't have sales tax and I miss those days... Girl, check out the texture and the softness of those crops, and you'll be getting more than one pair! You get an extra discount too, since you teach barre classes. BOOM.Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-140736131058872622014-10-30T05:43:59.616-07:002014-10-30T05:43:59.616-07:00Hold on - shirts are $100 at Lulu now?! It's b...Hold on - shirts are $100 at Lulu now?! It's been ages since I've been in there or shopped online... Holymoly! Athleta tanks are about $40-55 and the shirt in this post was $69. Not cheap, but not $100 either!Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-21291867940162524922014-10-30T05:41:58.639-07:002014-10-30T05:41:58.639-07:00It totally is a problem! But seriously SO nice to ...It totally is a problem! But seriously SO nice to move around in, especially over less expensive brands that pull and ride up etc. They also sell street clothes :)Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-32171745142974823182014-10-29T16:59:01.526-07:002014-10-29T16:59:01.526-07:00I'm visiting my sister up in Jersey and the fi...I'm visiting my sister up in Jersey and the first thing she said to me "can we go to Athleta please????!?!?!" I'm like hell yes no tax sign me up! I love those crops you got may definitely have to add those to my shopping list!Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barrehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02298068456724701894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-47578064640932139812014-10-29T15:41:52.966-07:002014-10-29T15:41:52.966-07:00That sweater is awesome!!! I'm going to have t...That sweater is awesome!!! I'm going to have to look into this stuff...I just cannot justify spending $100 for a shirt at lulu, regardless of the quality!Alyciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13925009412306382490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-49137540640984243482014-10-29T13:38:51.769-07:002014-10-29T13:38:51.769-07:00I still haven't made the jump to the nicer bra...I still haven't made the jump to the nicer brands because I know my wallet will hate me for it! All of this stuff is sooo cute though... and that's exactly the problem, ha!Katie Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13068822747732504872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-49598681624535367662014-10-29T12:26:48.200-07:002014-10-29T12:26:48.200-07:00You and I sound very similar! And they have a far ...You and I sound very similar! And they have a far better return policy than Lulu. Totally agree, their staff is unpretentious, helpful and very friendly. Not so, ummmm... Sorority-girl-esque like Lulu.<br /><br />Yay for converts!Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-71867669527549303572014-10-29T12:24:39.592-07:002014-10-29T12:24:39.592-07:00Actually, I have heard of Lorna Jane and have been...Actually, I have heard of Lorna Jane and have been wanting to try it out! And you're spot on about the quality stuff lasting FOREVER. I think the oldest pair of pants I have is 6-7 years old and still going strong. That's hilarious about the tops! I'm pickier about tops than bottoms because I only do tanks or sports bras - no short sleeves pulling on my armpits, please! And no Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-6322058631216497932014-10-29T11:08:38.311-07:002014-10-29T11:08:38.311-07:00I used to be strictly a Lulu lady, but I've co...I used to be strictly a Lulu lady, but I've converted...Plus you cannot beat the trainer discount, lifetime guarantee, and great customer service. I think the sales people in the stores are so friendly! :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01441783518609358624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-49753793194490002922014-10-29T11:07:58.980-07:002014-10-29T11:07:58.980-07:00oh you got some super cute stuff!! I bought 2 pair...oh you got some super cute stuff!! I bought 2 pairs of lorna jane workout pants several years ago, not sure if you have heard of them but they are quite expensive at home and they have lasted all sorts of years and workouts so i love them - would i buy them now? no. i dont make sydney money anymore! lol. that being said i wont wear anything cheap either, i just keep wearing my lorna janes. i alsoKristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10125290724625391990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-58347023978241387162014-10-29T10:50:00.597-07:002014-10-29T10:50:00.597-07:00Isn't that the truth! I used to only get cheap...Isn't that the truth! I used to only get cheapo stuff, but then an former BF bought me a pair of Lululemon pants when the store opened up in Minneapolis years and years ago... And there was no turning back! Now I can't even stand to try on cheapie stuff. It's a problem.Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-38438300532933635342014-10-29T10:48:36.870-07:002014-10-29T10:48:36.870-07:00Thank you! Their stuff is fantastic! Better qualit...Thank you! Their stuff is fantastic! Better quality fabrics than Lululemon, better fit (especially in the pants!) and just a slightly better price point too. Win-win-win!Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-75042986899823054292014-10-29T10:47:12.706-07:002014-10-29T10:47:12.706-07:00Haha! That IS trouble! If I didn't have a baby...Haha! That IS trouble! If I didn't have a baby (and thus the need for a sitter and more $$$) I might get a part time job there just for a discount.Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-63239903555153888372014-10-29T10:46:10.410-07:002014-10-29T10:46:10.410-07:00I'm with you - I'm super picky about what ...I'm with you - I'm super picky about what I work out in, and what pants/tops I wear to each type of class I go to. Definitely give it a try! I'm a particular fan of the fit of all their bottoms.Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-72097615930496608572014-10-29T10:45:05.106-07:002014-10-29T10:45:05.106-07:00Can we just get an "Amen!" for thicker w...Can we just get an "Amen!" for thicker waistbands?! Can all pants have them, pllllllease? Maybe Santa will bring you a GC and you can go crazy... Watch out though! You'll be hooked :)Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-7825270196184980072014-10-29T10:43:45.794-07:002014-10-29T10:43:45.794-07:00Truth: I wore it yesterday as a "regular swea...Truth: I wore it yesterday as a "regular sweater" just because I love it so much... and will totally do it again! And yup! The quality, feel and fit of nicer stuff is totally worth it to me, as someone who spends about half her day in workout clothes!Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-69036050476151867282014-10-29T10:13:07.994-07:002014-10-29T10:13:07.994-07:00Ooh I've never heard of athleta- definitely ne...Ooh I've never heard of athleta- definitely need to stop by! I used to only buy the super cheap stuff but once I tried one high quality workout running pant, there was no turning back!Lindsay T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17056413137081968547noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-42327073960351394772014-10-29T07:12:36.821-07:002014-10-29T07:12:36.821-07:00I've never been to an athletas store but now i...I've never been to an athletas store but now i want to! i love that top! xo jillian - <a href="http://www.cornflakedreams.com" rel="nofollow">stop by! I'm hosting a giveaway on cornflake dreams</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15630562355792338185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-61925068558460176352014-10-29T07:10:30.295-07:002014-10-29T07:10:30.295-07:00They have GREAT stuff. There's one opening rig...They have GREAT stuff. There's one opening right next to me. #Trouble! :)Gina Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15434160741402886597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-65299537096713825232014-10-29T07:09:07.620-07:002014-10-29T07:09:07.620-07:00I am picky with gym clothes We do a lot of trainin...I am picky with gym clothes We do a lot of training and bootcamps so I need a certain type and fit. I kind of mix my stuff, I have some expensive and some cheaper. I don't own any Athleta stuff but I would like to try it out :) MakeMeUpMiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16843512847430222393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-30300952893774456642014-10-29T06:45:30.290-07:002014-10-29T06:45:30.290-07:00I love thicker waistbands - I like to feel like I&...I love thicker waistbands - I like to feel like I'm skinny in my workout clothes lol!! I tend to buy all my workout clothes at TJ Maxx or Marshalls, I can usually find really good brands there and for a quarter of the price! However if someone were to get me a GC to the higher end places - I'd gladly pick some stuff up! BLovedBostonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03378765629410526703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-26027868370475100502014-10-29T06:32:08.744-07:002014-10-29T06:32:08.744-07:00I have to admit that other than my pricey sports b...I have to admit that other than my pricey sports bra, most of my workout gear is from Target. I don't hate it, but you're right, it does fall apart rather quickly. I'm loving that slouchy sweater. If you had worn it with 'regular' clothes, I wouldn't have even known it was a workout top. Super pretty! =)Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05300473868908001159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2149993610539974728.post-88135009022521747112014-10-29T06:29:00.053-07:002014-10-29T06:29:00.053-07:00Thanks, I thought they were cute too! And they'...Thanks, I thought they were cute too! And they're not too tight - you know how sometimes you feel like you're in spanx when you're in yoga clothes? Yeah, not these! Totally comfy.Paige @ An Uncomplicated Life Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04084056624258242374noreply@blogger.com