I have caved. I purchased the ultimate in the essential suburban mom uniform.
A pair of Lululemon pants and of course a little hoodie to go with them.
The process to get these little babies was a unique shopping experience that will not soon be forgotten! As I wandered about this somewhat spandex laden store I realized I was surrounded by an alarming number of uber fit women. I ignored them all and searched out the pants who as urban legend will have it..is famed to transform all butts into objects of art. A few hard bodies disguised as women was not going to dissuade me from seeing if this legend was true.
Now. To the selection. I scoop up my size. (I'm not telling you my size, it's none of your business) But, am I a tall or a regular? I am a tall girl. Nearly 5 foot 10 inches but I have to tell you, doing that thing we all do, holding those pants up to myself to "measure" them, it looks like these tall pants were made for Amazons! I grab some pants in my size, and the size up. (No girl wants to have to beg for someone to go get her a size bigger, size smaller great, bigger no.) Also grabbed both the regular and tall variety. My arms were getting full!
The perky little sales girl at the changing room requests my name and writes it down on a white board attached to my change room in big bold script. She then proceeds to ask me what I will be using my Lulus for?
Thinking on my feet I quickly stammer "Oh, just my treadmill at home."
Shut.Up.
What was I supposed to say?
I can't tell her I just want these pants to strut around the house in. That I just came in to see if the urban legend was true. That I want to see if these are truly magic pants that makes your ass look 10 years younger. That I figure my Hubby might think they are hot.
I slip out of my jeans and into the Lulus.
AHHHH... What. Turn. Turn. Giggle. Seriously?
Price check.
Gulp. $98.00
Don't care!
These pants are GREAT!
I'm buying a new butt today!
I can not get to the cash register fast enough.
I text Hubby from the parking lot.
Bought new pants u r going to LUV.
Oh Yeah. Let me just say. The legend? She is true.
Run, don't walk, to get yourself some new Lululemons and the brand new swagger that comes with it.
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54 comments:
I have never heard of them...butt I am going to go check them out right NOW!
Great post!!!
Someone else recently mentioned these Lulu's you speak of, but I have to wonder if my large derriere would even look great in them? LOL hmmm maybe *I* should just check them out. I mean I do run but maybe I would be hawt when dropping the kids off to school?
Always love a good tip, MM. And 10 yrs younger arse? I am IN.
I want some NOW!!! Wow i've never heard of these but they sound amazing do you think they ship them over to blighty? :)
Dammit. Now I'm really going to have to get a pair, aren't I? Although, I don't know that even those legendary Lulus can help this butt!
Congrats on your purchase. Hope you feel fantastic wearing them!!
98 bucks for a new butt, and a husband who goes crazy over said butt, sounds like a good day for you!
They sound awesome. I think my daughter would like them. I don't think my Big OLD Butt would like them. Or should I say they wouldn't like my Big OLD Butt! Thank you for sharing this information, I hadn't heard of them.
I had the same reaction in the fitting room at LuluLemon when buying my first pair. And it was just after having my first son so I was elated at finding a pair of pants that didn't make me look like an elephant. I also love them because they last well - I have washed and dried mine hundreds of times and they still look as good as when I bought them. Worth the money I think.
You crack me up. I have heard this rumor also...you have me wondering now....do they make them for short gals too? I will look myself. :)
you're funny! but i also say GO YOU!! glad you found some fab pants that make ya feel good!
happy friday!
So that's how you got such a nice tush?? Thanks for sharing the secret. I have the Marshall's discount workout pants. I REFUSE to ever wear my hair with a hat and a ponytail through the opening like so many Suburban Mamacitas.
those pants look great i want some, i am googling as i type lol! x
Yay for you! I love my lulu's... I have 4 pairs! My sister - she has like a dozen! But she does work out religiously. I, on the other hand, wear them as soon as I get home from work, to wear around the house, to play with the kids, or to go to the park. And sometimes, to work out, too! They are awesome - I wore them throughout both my pregnancies, too! They are great before and after pants! Enjoy them!
Loved reading about your shopping experience!
really????? a 98$ ass sounds perfect to me.
Oh yes my friends and I forgot to mention....that's $98.00 CANADIAN!
So like almost free to you US and UK dwellers:)
That is WELL worth $98. (of course making my butt look ten years younger would STILL leave it at - um - pretty old.)
ok, i live in suburban mom spandex heaven (hell perhaps!!) and i knew nothing about these!!! every little mama takes their kids to school in their workout getup here and i never once asked why their butts look so young. Thanks for helping uncover the mystery :) i'm off to go shopping!!
Never heard of them. I now need a pair!!! ASAP!!
LOL!! Feeling good in clothes is priceless, good for you!!!
This is hysterical! I think I need these butt-transforming pants though. But do they make them for those that put Kim Kardashian to shame?
$100 is a small price to pay for a fabulous butt!
Never heard of them, but if my butt can look as good in real life as it does in the photo then I want them!! Please tell me I can get them in England (or at a push on the Internet)!! I must have them! x
I could use some swagger. I'm terrified of getting the dreaded mommy bum!
That is so funny because (I don't know if I've mentioned this but I got pink slipped due to budget cuts) and everybody keeps asking me what I am going to do this upcoming school year (since there is not a teaching job in sight) and I keep telling them "Oh, I don't know, go out and get me one of those cute matching workout suits and be a "room mom"." Now I will definitely have to make good on that statement.
Does it keep the stomach in as well? If they do, I'm in.
me again, forgot to tick off the get comments box...
I checked my friends. You can find these little babies on ebay. Let me know if you need some real life...How do they really fit advice? I'll do my best:)
AND Suzy..I don't know if they suck the tummy in, but they sure do minimize. It's a beautiful thing.
I couldn't even read through my jealousy. I want her butt!!
I never wear my lulus, even if they're comfy... I should dig them out some day - every woman needs to be comfy hoovering the house!
But if your ass is fugly, no lulus in the world is going to fix that. I've walked behind a few delusional women to know :-o (note: tight spandex does not hide cellulite!)
you totally convinced me. I am dying to get a pair now!
I just love your post-especially this last one.ow I am off google in hopes of finding those pants around here.
Much cheaper than plastic surgery down there and a whole lot more comfortable I am sure :)
I have a pair, too, and, though they are workout pants, feel obligated to put on makeup and do my hair...kind of defeats the purpose of the purchase, but I agree...I feel cool, in shape and just plain awesome in them!
Words cannot describe what I would look like in a pair of these... Dumplings come to mind! LOL
Hi ModernMom!
I've never heard of them over here - but they look so similar to Juicy Couture!
BTW am running a fantastic, once in a lifetime giveaway at my place as part of our Xmas in July extravaganza! You'll like it, I'm sure! Everyone's welcome at every participating site too!
Hope you're having a wonderful w/end, see you again soon
xxxLOL LOLA:)
These pants sound awesome! I think I know what I will be asking for this year for my birthday!
I am totally pumped to go check these out! If they look great and make you FEEL GREAT, it's totally worth the price tag!
By the way, am I totally cheating if I used "the fabulous blog" award? I have to agree with you, it may be the mom in me, but I'm having a hard time puting the f word up! :)
LOL! I am far too intimidated to walk into a LuLuLemon. I break out into a sweat. I can't justify $98 for a nice ass.....I'll just make hubby turn off the lights :)
How'd hubby like them? *wink wink*
I've been saving for a pair....you've inspired to save a little faster!!!
xoxo
Holy crap. Really? They're that good?
Later, MM. I'm going shopping!
I'll be scouting a pair as soon as I think of a really cool place that I'm planning to wear them. I can't very well say they're for blogging, can I?
Thanks for stopping by to visit at Hotchpot Cafe!
Lululemon offers free hemming so the pants are custom length! I have four pairs of Lulu bottoms, two Lulu hoodies, two Lulu pullover sweatshirts, 2 Lulu tshirts, and three Lulu tanks and I wear everything constantly. All of it washes really well, keeps it's coulour and shape and everything feels great. Ebay is a great place to buy Lulu if you don't have a store close by or I believe Lulu ships??? I was just at their big warehouse sale that finishes today and picked up some more! Love it.
Dear ModernMom!
Just stopped by to thank you for yr visit & to let you know you are included in the random draw on July 31st for the coveted (*wink* *wink*!) Christmas in July giveaway!!
Have enjoyed my visit to your gorgeous site! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend and be sure to check back at my place next Saturday to find out if YOU are the lucky winner!!!
xxLOL LOLA:)
Ok, I'm going to buy these NOW!! sexy, comfy and cute for just running around town paired with a little fitted tee and a cute pair of sandles! your blog is sooooooo adorable...just love it!!
xoxo
Bunny
Hey $98 is way cheaper than lipo! Do they have a jacket that will work miracles for the girls?
My ex-bf used to sing the praises of Lululemons... always was intent to drag me in there to get some. We never made it there, so now I guess I'm gonna have to shell out that $98 myself.
But... from you and everyone else... I hear it's worth it.
*searches for credit card frozen in block of ice in freezer*
LOL will it suck in my tummy and thighs too? Yup I don't think these amazing pants would make my feel better, but I'm so glad you found them and love them. I'm holding out for the whole body shaping ones! :)
Hilarious! I'm going to have to check those out. Thanks for the heads up!
i have never even heard of these pants!
Too funny!! This is so true that we all seem to be in workout wear. As a fitness coach, I suppose I have an excuse.
Lululemons are awesome! I do love my pair and thought they were my own little secret til I read your post. Okay, just joking but a girl can dream right???
Funny, OMG what a funny post!
WHERE DO I FIND THEM?!?!?
Lululemons are the BEST pants EVER. Now I am wondering if they have maternity because I don;t want to ruin my booty pants with my growing belly! Now following you!
Seriously? I want to buy a new butt? Do they come in short though besides just regular and tall? I am only 5 feet.
Loved the post. Thank you for putting it in the link up today.
Oooh, that's why everyone wears those and have better butts than me! This is a public service announcement, and I thank you for it. I had a nice butt until I had three kids, time to go out and buy one. :) Found you by the link up at Nolie's place.
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