This Not That: Lululemon Align Mini Flare

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I have been a Lululemon Align girl for years and they really are the leggings I have lived in. But I needed to grab another pair recently, and honestly, the quality has noticeably gone down over the past few years. The fabric just doesn't feel quite as soft and substantial as it used to, and for over $120 a pair, I started to feel less and less great about restocking. So I went looking for a dupe and ended up trying the Aerie Real Me High Waisted Crossover Flare Legging, and I was honestly so impressed. They feel super soft, hug in all the right places, have that flattering crossover waistband, and give the same cute mini-flare silhouette that makes leggings feel a little more elevated. They have actually become my go-to lately, and at a fraction of the price, I do not feel weird at all wearing them daily or buying a couple of colors. If you have noticed the Lululemon quality slipping too and want a flared legging that actually feels good and looks polished, the Aerie pair is so worth trying.