How does the 8" Align short differ from the 6" and 4"?

Same Nulu fabric and high rise, with a longer 8-inch inseam that covers more of the thigh and rides up less. The 4-inch is the shortest and most prone to riding up.

Are these good for running or HIIT?

No. Nulu is soft and thin with little compression, so it suits yoga, walking and everyday wear. For sweaty training, look at lululemon's Wunder Train or Fast and Free shorts.

Do they have pockets?

No. The Align 8" short has a hidden waistband pocket for a key or card but no side or phone pockets.

How should I wash them to limit pilling?

Wash cold with like fabrics, turn them inside out, skip the dryer and avoid velcro and rough surfaces. Pilling is the most common long-term complaint.

What size should I buy?

lululemon's size chart runs 0 to 20, and the Align short is cut to fit close with stretch. Most buyers stay with their usual lululemon size; size up if you want a looser feel.

Are they see-through?

In darker colors they are generally fine for low-impact wear. Lighter colors and heavy sweat can show through the thin Nulu fabric.

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Name: lululemon Align High-Rise Short 8"
Brand: lululemon
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lululemon Align High-Rise Short 8"

lululemon's Align high-rise shorts, the buttery pair yogis and loungers reach for all summer.

Deal score 6.1 · Great deal

$29.00$64.00 lululemon's regular price

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Specs

Style: Active
Size Type: Regular
Belly Style: Over Belly
Rise: High Rise
Pattern: Solid ColorSource
Manufacturer Color: BlackSource
Color: BlackSource
Elastane/Lycra/Spandex (%): 19Source
Material: Elastane/Lycra/Spandex, NylonSource
Gender: FemaleSource

About the lululemon Align High-Rise Short 8"

The lululemon Align High-Rise Short 8" is a mid-thigh bike short cut from lululemon's Nulu fabric, the same buttery-soft, lightweight material as the Align leggings. It has a wide high-rise waistband that sits over the belly and stays put through yoga, walking and low-impact training. The 8-inch inseam covers more of the thigh than the 4-inch and 6-inch Align shorts, which makes it the pick for people who want less ride-up. It is not a compression short and is not built for high-sweat workouts.

Best forYoga and pilatesEveryday wear under tunics and oversized teesShoppers who want more thigh coverage than the 4" or 6" Align shortLow-impact walking and errands

Pros

Nulu fabric is very soft and light against the skin
Wide high-rise waistband sits over the belly without digging
8-inch inseam gives real thigh coverage and resists riding up
Seam placement is flattering and avoids a front seam
Holds shape and color well with proper care

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