The 7 BEST lululemon Shorts (Size + Fit Guide)

Best For: yoga, pilates, athleisure, and pregnancy/postpartum.

This is the biker short that made biker shorts cool again. Made with the same super soft buttery Nulu fabric you’d find in the Align Pant, these are our top pick when it comes to comfort.

The Aligns are our team’s most worn shorts – they’re truly perfect for everything from lounging to working out. Lindsey also lived in these shorts during pregnancy and postpartum.

Sizing Notes: these run true to size, but have a good amount of stretch. If you’re between sizes, we recommend sizing down. The Align shorts come in various lengths (2″, 4″, 6″ and 8″ inseams). Caroline is 5’5″ and typically wears a size 4 in bottoms. She is pictured wearing her typical size in the 8″ Align High-Rise Shorts.

Best For: running and cardio.

Although these were designed specifically for runners, we love these shorts for strength training and HIIT as well. The lightweight, sweat-wicking Nulux fabric is fast-drying, breathable and made with four-way stretch to move with you through every stride.

These shorts come in two styles: biker shorts and classic-fit shorts. Our team prefers the biker short version – we found the leg opening on the classic-fit shorts to be a little wide for our personal comfort.

We especially loved how many pocket options you have with these – three waistband pockets and two side drop-in pockets for all your essentials. They also feature a “grip” fabric rather than hard seams at the leg opening. This prevents them from rolling up during runs, and helps avoid chafing.

Sizing Notes: these shorts run true to size, and come in a 3″ inseam (classic-fit) and 6″ inseam (bikers). Lindsey is 5’8″ and typically wears a size 6 in bottoms. She is pictured wearing her typical size in the 6″ Fast and Free High-Rise Biker Shorts.

Best For: athletic quads and more room through the thighs.

The Track That short was specifically designed with athletic quads in mind. The ‘split short’ design on the sides provides extra room in the leg opening and hip area.

This short felt more lightweight and “flowy” to us compared to other lululemon shorts. Made out of the same Swift fabric as the Hotty Hots, these are great shorts for sweating in. This short also has a small side zipper pocket that securely holds a credit card or key during runs.

Sizing Notes: these shorts run true to size. The Track That shorts come in two rise options (mid-rise or high-rise) and two lengths (3″ or 5″). Rachel is 5’8″ and typically wears a size 6 in bottoms. She is pictured wearing her typical size in the High-Rise 3″ Track That Short.

Best For: on-the-go casual wear, and for dressing up/down.

These are our go-to travel shorts. The Stretch French Terry fabric is a cotton-blend that’s so soft and naturally breathable, making these comfy shorts perfect for hot summer days.

We love how versatile these shorts are – they’re equally cute dressed up for dinner, or pulled on over swimsuit bottoms as a cover-up.

The wide, soft waistband doesn’t dig in at all, and can be customized with drawcord ties. I find these comfortable enough to use as sleep shorts as well.

Sizing Notes: these shorts run true to size. The Inner Glow shorts currently only come in one length – a high-rise, 3″ inseam. Lindsey is 5’8″ and typically wears a size 6 in bottoms. She is pictured wearing her typical size in the Inner Glow Shorts.