AllSaints vs Lululemon: which t-shirt wins?
Both land in the premium tier — the AllSaints Tonic Crew Tee at $55, the Lululemon The Fundamental T at $58, just $3 apart. Here's how they stack up, head to head.
| AllSaints | Lululemon | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $55 | $58 |
| Material | Brushed combed cotton in a soft knit, with washed and textured variations. | Soft performance blend (cotton/modal or proprietary technical fabric), ~4.5oz, moisture-wicking. |
| Fit | A slim, slightly elongated cut with a soft, sometimes raw-edge neckline. | Athletic modern fit with a clean drape; true to size, structured rather than loose. |
| Quality | Soft fabric and considered finishing, though the slim knit suits gentle care. | High — holds shape and manages moisture well, with construction above typical cotton tees. |
| Best for | Edgy, minimal everyday wear and layering. | Light training, polished everyday wear, gym-to-street outfits, and the Lululemon wardrobe. |
| Care | Machine wash cold and lay flat or tumble dry low to keep the shape. | Cold wash and tumble low; avoid fabric softener to keep the performance finish. |
The AllSaints Tonic Crew is a $55 brushed-cotton fashion tee; Lululemon's Fundamental T is $58 and built on a ~4.5oz moisture-wicking performance blend. The extra $3 shifts you from a soft cotton fashion piece to a structured, shape-holding tee that can handle a workout.
- The case for AllSaints
- Brushed soft cotton, slim elongated cut, raw-edge neckline, edgy minimal styling, washed textured options
- The case for Lululemon
- Moisture-wicking performance blend, holds its shape, athletic structured fit, gym-to-street versatility, construction above cotton tees
The bottom lineWhich should you buy?
The gap is only $3, so it's about function, not budget. Buy the AllSaints if you want a soft, edgy cotton tee for everyday wear and don't need it to perform. Pay the extra $3 for the Lululemon if you want a structured, moisture-wicking tee that holds shape from gym to street. Skip the Lululemon if you just want a plain cotton crew, where its price is hard to justify.
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