We picked this as the representative Lululemon jean. Their collection has other cuts and options in the same tier.
← Back to all jeansCity Trek 5-Pocket Straight (men's)
About Lululemon’s jeans: Athleisure brand entering denim. The City Trek line uses technical stretch fabrics with athletic cuts — closer to performancewear than traditional denim.
Is the price honest?
Reasonable at $138 if you specifically want performance fabric in a jean shape — reviewers value the comfort and travel-friendliness. Poor value if you actually wanted denim, since it doesn't feel or wear like it.
What reviewers say
Lululemon's City Trek is performancewear wearing a denim silhouette — and owners who understand that going in are the satisfied ones. The technical stretch fabric is comfortable, travels exceptionally well, and holds its shape through long days. Reviewers consistently say the catch is that it never quite reads as denim: the hand, the sheen and the drape are closer to a technical five-pocket pant than to jeans, so anyone wanting denim character is disappointed. As athletic-leaning gear it's well made; as 'jeans' it's a stylistic compromise you either want or don't.
The details
- Material
- Technical cotton/polyester/elastane stretch blend; engineered rather than traditionally woven denim.
- Fit
- Straight, mid-rise; the technical fabric forgives across builds. True to size at the waist.
- Quality
- Athletic-wear construction — reinforced for stretch and movement. The fabric is engineered and holds shape better than typical stretch denim.
- Best for
- Travel, all-day comfort, and anyone who wants performance fabric over denim character.
- Care
- Cold wash and low or no heat; the technical fabric keeps its shape better than traditional stretch denim.
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