Is the ribbed Align as soft as the regular Align?

It uses the same Align fabric family, so it feels similarly soft and lightweight. The ribbing adds a slight texture and a bit more structure than the smooth version.

Can I wear these for running or HIIT?

Not really. Align fabric is thin and low-compression, so it is best for yoga, walking and everyday wear. For high-impact training, lululemon's Wunder Train or Fast and Free lines are better suited.

What does the 28-inch inseam mean for fit?

It is the inside leg length, so 28 inches lands near the ankle on most average-height wearers and slightly above on taller frames. Petite shoppers may find it long.

Do these have pockets?

Yes. This ribbed version has pockets, which the standard Align legging does not always include.

How should I wash them to avoid pilling?

Wash cold with like fabrics, turn them inside out and skip the dryer. Air drying and avoiding rough surfaces like Velcro help limit pilling.

Are ribbed Aligns restocked regularly?

Ribbed styles are seasonal, so they tend to sell out and may not return in the same color. The core smooth Align is the more reliably stocked option.

Where can I buy the lululemon Align High-Rise Ribbed Pant 28?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Lululemon, Lyst, lululemon.

lululemon Align High-Rise Ribbed Pant 28

Last price we saw

$59.00at lululemon, last seen Nov 8

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Our take on the lululemon Align High-Rise Ribbed Pant 28

The lululemon Align High-Rise Ribbed Pant 28 is a yoga legging in lululemon's signature buttery-soft Align fabric, here with a ribbed texture and a high waist. It comes in solid black with two side pockets and a 28-inch inseam. Aligns are known for a weightless, second-skin feel that stretches without digging in. The ribbed version is a seasonal take on the classic Align, so stock and pricing move around more than the core smooth style.

Best forYoga and low-impact studio workoutsEveryday wear and loungingShoppers who want pockets in an AlignAnyone who prefers a high, covered waistband

Pros

Buttery-soft, lightweight Align fabric that moves with the body
High-rise waistband stays put and smooths the midsection
Ribbed texture adds visual interest to a plain black legging
Two pockets add everyday practicality
28-inch inseam suits average to taller frames

Cons

lululemon Align High-Rise Ribbed Pant 28 prices at every store

lululemon Align High-Rise Ribbed Pant 28 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $59.00 on Nov 8 at lululemon. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

Align owners consistently praise the soft, barely-there feel and the secure high waistband. The most common complaints are pilling, thinness and a lack of support for anything beyond yoga and casual wear.

What people mention

Fabric feelPraisedOwners describe the Align fabric as soft and weightless, close to wearing nothing.
PillingCriticisedMany owners report pilling and snags after repeated wear and washing.
WaistbandPraisedThe high-rise waistband is said to stay put through yoga poses without rolling.

Questions and answers

Is the ribbed Align as soft as the regular Align?: It uses the same Align fabric family, so it feels similarly soft and lightweight. The ribbing adds a slight texture and a bit more structure than the smooth version.
Can I wear these for running or HIIT?: Not really. Align fabric is thin and low-compression, so it is best for yoga, walking and everyday wear. For high-impact training, lululemon's Wunder Train or Fast and Free lines are better suited.
What does the 28-inch inseam mean for fit?: It is the inside leg length, so 28 inches lands near the ankle on most average-height wearers and slightly above on taller frames. Petite shoppers may find it long.
Do these have pockets?: Yes. This ribbed version has pockets, which the standard Align legging does not always include.
How should I wash them to avoid pilling?: Wash cold with like fabrics, turn them inside out and skip the dryer. Air drying and avoiding rough surfaces like Velcro help limit pilling.
Are ribbed Aligns restocked regularly?: Ribbed styles are seasonal, so they tend to sell out and may not return in the same color. The core smooth Align is the more reliably stocked option.