Ted Baker vs Lululemon: which hoodie wins?
Both land in the premium tier — the Ted Baker Cotton Pullover Hoodie at $125, the Lululemon Steady State Hoodie at $128, just $3 apart. Here's how they stack up, head to head.
| Ted Baker | Lululemon | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $125 | $128 |
| Material | Cotton-blend fleece, ~10oz, brushed interior. | Cotton/modal/elastane blend, ~10oz, with a brushed soft interior. |
| Fit | Clean slightly tailored fit, true to size. | Clean athletic fit, true to size; layers without bulk. |
| Quality | Premium-leaning — soft fabric and detail-led smart-casual finishing. | Premium feel, mid durability — genuinely soft and well-cut, but the brushed interior flattens with wear. |
| Best for | A clean, detailed smart-casual everyday hoodie. | Soft everyday wear, clean athletic-leisure outfits, and the Lululemon ecosystem. |
| Care | Cold wash and tumble low to keep the soft hand and muted colour. | Cold wash inside-out and tumble low or hang dry to preserve the soft brushed hand. |
Ted Baker's $125 hoodie is a ~10oz brushed cotton blend built for smart-casual detailing; Lululemon's $128 Steady State adds modal and elastane for stretch and softness in an athletic cut. The $3 gap is styling-and-finishing versus feel-and-stretch.
Cheaper by $3, detail-led finishing, smart-casual styling, durable premium-leaning build
Cotton/modal/elastane stretch, genuinely soft hand, clean athletic fit, layers without bulk, Lululemon ecosystem
Which should you buy?
At a $3 difference, pick on use, not price. Buy the Ted Baker if you want a detailed smart-casual hoodie with finishing that holds up. Buy the Lululemon if softness, stretch, and a trim athletic-leisure fit matter most, but know reviewers flag that its brushed interior flattens with wear and durability is only mid. The Ted Baker is the more durable dressy option; the Lululemon trades some longevity for feel.
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