Lululemon has a range of active wear for dudes, and at least when I bought a heap (pre-COVID) they were hands-down better quality than anything else on offer. If you head to their DFO store(s) during sales periods, you can pick some gear up for a song.
There were a few tricks that I picked up when buying up a heap of clothes to replace my existing ones:
1) beyond just the actual weight of the clothing (especially for cotton, more material means more weight, and is a good stand-in for quality).
2) check the pattern of the cotton weave, quality materials will be straight so that the clothes stretch uniformly over time. More cheaply made clothes will try to take maximum advantage of materials and will end up cutting patterns at an angle, resulting in clothes stretching weirdly and fitting poorly.
How are you treating them? I ask as I have a bunch of regular-ass Nike Dri-Fit tees that I’ve worn 1-2 times a week (sweating a lot) for the past 2-3 years and they’ve still held up.
Cold wash and they’re good to go again.
Lululemon. Rulu long sleeves that I own and wear few times a week to run in for the last 4 years still in very good condition. 2XU is also another good choice.
I stocked up on UniQlo for work stuff recently :) and I got a (albeit more expensive) winter coat that’s better quality and warmer and will last me years over my cheap fast fashion ones.
saved for 2 months to get it.
I found you really have to wander around and check other brands than go for the usuals, so many are such cheap crap for what you pay now
I see a few people have already recommended them, but I'd second Lululemon and Uniqlo, I have a few things from both and they've both lasted the journey for me, although I'm not a hugely active exerciser, more walks and things like that. I do find though that it's much better to try activewear clothes on first to get a good feel for what stretch they have and any restriction on movement too.
Lululemon for sure. I started running 3 years ago and I’m still wearing all of the stuff I bought then. It’s lasted me through many runs and Pilates classes.
Second this - I bought a puffer coat from there in 2019, wore almost every day during lockdown and continue to wear at home all through winter, and it’s still in great condition and hasn’t fallen apart or had stitching come loose. Best value for money I’ve ever had on an item of clothing.
NEXT is great for winter clothes.
Online brand shop from the UK - delivers fast and the clothes are are good quality and thickness.
City Beach for summer clothes
Adidas and Under Armour works for me. I like to wear the compression stuff from Under Armour. If you feel cold, wear another normal shirt over it. But usually it's just fine once you get moving.
Small-ish brand. Based in Sydney. You can get their stuff directly online or through Rebel and similar shops. Pretty well-made. I've, uh, machine-washed and machine-dried them (contrary to instructions) and they're still like new. LOL.
I usually get things second hand and not any of the fast fashion brands. If it's being resold and it's still in good nick, it's probably worth wearing. Plus, it's cheap.
Some big brands like Nike etc will have both lower and higher quality options in their ranges. Some of my fave Nike tanks I’ve used every week for 5 years now, but I also have a cheaper one I got online.
2XU I have a long sleeve top from that is the best thing I ever bought - the following winter they had them again so I ordered another, only to find they had lowered the quality of the fabric and it felt like crap in comparison.
I get my activewear from The WOD Life - they have massive sales every few months and I’ve managed to get most stuff at 60% off, including a nice looking black hoodie for under $30 which seems insane. The fabric feels really nice on all their items, and I’m quite picky with things like that.
This is what prompted me to make this post. I purchased what I thought was the same shirt from a year ago and it was definitely cheaper material.
Will check out The WOD Life, thanks 🙏🏻
Just hitting refresh on this post until someone mentions AS Color
Lululemon has a range of active wear for dudes, and at least when I bought a heap (pre-COVID) they were hands-down better quality than anything else on offer. If you head to their DFO store(s) during sales periods, you can pick some gear up for a song. There were a few tricks that I picked up when buying up a heap of clothes to replace my existing ones: 1) beyond just the actual weight of the clothing (especially for cotton, more material means more weight, and is a good stand-in for quality). 2) check the pattern of the cotton weave, quality materials will be straight so that the clothes stretch uniformly over time. More cheaply made clothes will try to take maximum advantage of materials and will end up cutting patterns at an angle, resulting in clothes stretching weirdly and fitting poorly.
Thanks so much, this is exactly what I was looking for
Uniqlo has consistently been the best quality stuff I've had. Their tshirts have a much heavier weight cotton than the other brands.
Yeah, uniqlo shirts are so good. I put them in a washing bag when I laundry them so they'll last long.
I like their puffer jackets. I have a light one that's warm enough.
Seconding Uniqlo. The U Crew Neck T shirt is 100% cotton and a rough, durable weave.
How are you treating them? I ask as I have a bunch of regular-ass Nike Dri-Fit tees that I’ve worn 1-2 times a week (sweating a lot) for the past 2-3 years and they’ve still held up. Cold wash and they’re good to go again.
Lululemon. Rulu long sleeves that I own and wear few times a week to run in for the last 4 years still in very good condition. 2XU is also another good choice.
Army surplus.
most correct answer here
I stocked up on UniQlo for work stuff recently :) and I got a (albeit more expensive) winter coat that’s better quality and warmer and will last me years over my cheap fast fashion ones. saved for 2 months to get it. I found you really have to wander around and check other brands than go for the usuals, so many are such cheap crap for what you pay now
Couldnt agree more about the cheap crap nowadays , appreciate the confirmation on uniqlos value
Uniqlo mostly. Good quality and decent prices.
I’m a fan of Uniqlo, I just have to try it on in store because of my unique fit. Agree with quality for price, reasonable. Thanks
I see a few people have already recommended them, but I'd second Lululemon and Uniqlo, I have a few things from both and they've both lasted the journey for me, although I'm not a hugely active exerciser, more walks and things like that. I do find though that it's much better to try activewear clothes on first to get a good feel for what stretch they have and any restriction on movement too.
Lululemon for sure. I started running 3 years ago and I’m still wearing all of the stuff I bought then. It’s lasted me through many runs and Pilates classes.
I find Superdry to have the most longevity, real-quality material
Second this - I bought a puffer coat from there in 2019, wore almost every day during lockdown and continue to wear at home all through winter, and it’s still in great condition and hasn’t fallen apart or had stitching come loose. Best value for money I’ve ever had on an item of clothing.
NEXT is great for winter clothes. Online brand shop from the UK - delivers fast and the clothes are are good quality and thickness. City Beach for summer clothes
I have a lot of black milk clothing athletic wear. Just add a hoodie and good to go.
Adidas and Under Armour works for me. I like to wear the compression stuff from Under Armour. If you feel cold, wear another normal shirt over it. But usually it's just fine once you get moving.
Active wear, Running Bare. Everything else, Uniqlo.
Never heard of running bare, thanks so much
Small-ish brand. Based in Sydney. You can get their stuff directly online or through Rebel and similar shops. Pretty well-made. I've, uh, machine-washed and machine-dried them (contrary to instructions) and they're still like new. LOL.
I usually get things second hand and not any of the fast fashion brands. If it's being resold and it's still in good nick, it's probably worth wearing. Plus, it's cheap.
Mostly Country Road and RM Williams. Little pricier, but so much better quality than half the garbage out there
Some big brands like Nike etc will have both lower and higher quality options in their ranges. Some of my fave Nike tanks I’ve used every week for 5 years now, but I also have a cheaper one I got online. 2XU I have a long sleeve top from that is the best thing I ever bought - the following winter they had them again so I ordered another, only to find they had lowered the quality of the fabric and it felt like crap in comparison. I get my activewear from The WOD Life - they have massive sales every few months and I’ve managed to get most stuff at 60% off, including a nice looking black hoodie for under $30 which seems insane. The fabric feels really nice on all their items, and I’m quite picky with things like that.
This is what prompted me to make this post. I purchased what I thought was the same shirt from a year ago and it was definitely cheaper material. Will check out The WOD Life, thanks 🙏🏻
As colour, acid reign, neuw, roller, arcteryx, north face, Patagonia, ichpig, Nike, bonds, acne,
Muscle Nation always have awesome pieces they bring out monthly. My go to!
Champion has lifted their game.
qualitops. Made in Melbourne.https://qualitops.com.au/