When I heard about the brand LuLaRoe, I was instantly intrigued. I love that it is mom-friendly, with lots of feminine prints and cuts, and best of all an emphasis on comfort! (Can I get an AMEN?) I’ve always been a girl-y girl at heart who makes comfort a very high priority. I have been a dedicated fan of leggings for about six years now and if you could see my Vera Bradley collection you would know that I don’t shy away from bright patterns either. So stretchy, soft, girly fabrics are right up my alley! LuLaRoe is a direct sales company (or multi-level marketing company), so your purchases go towards building an individual’s local business (which is awesome!). But if you are looking for sweet and cozy styles at a cheaper price, we’ve got you covered. There are some great alternatives with similar fabric, comfort and quality at an even lower price (and free Prime shipping). I’ve been researching these for awhile, and even tried a few myself. Check out these LuLa-lookalikes on Amazon!
VIV Brand Leggings
LuLaRoe is best known first and foremost for buttery-soft, high-waisted leggings that flatter every figure. (I’ve found that Walmart carries similar soft leggings for only $5.88 per pair, check them out here. Yes, I’ve tried and love them and they have held up great in the washer and dryer also!). Back on Amazon.com reviewers rave that VIV brand bottoms are very similar to LuLaRoe and they come in many patterns and solids at only about $12 each! Now for the tops…
AFY Flare Hem Tunic
This long tunic top comes in over thirty colors and is made in the USA! Most reviews suggest sizing up for a little more drape. The short-sleeve version is also rated 4.5 stars and is compared to the Carly top by LuLaRoe. These are reasonably priced between $12.99 and $15.99 each.
This shirt is also made in the USA and has excellent reviews. It is similar to the Perfect Tee by LuLaRoe and will give you some great options to pair with your leggings. These shirts start at only $6.99 each with free prime shipping and also come in tie-dye prints. Check out all the other Frumos tops available, so many of them start at only $6.99!
Although LuLaRoe is most known for their cute leggings and soft tops, the company also has some beautiful dresses. When browsing their website, I really love the Amelia and the Nicole and might just have to find a pop-up for those two dresses. I did find some comparable looks on Amazon however!
This dress reminds me a lot of the Amelia or the Nicole by LuLaRoe and it’s priced starting at $18! There are several prints to choose from (including some holiday patterns that would appeal to LuLaRoe fans) and the reviews are good.
Meaneor High Low Tunic
I don’t think this tunic is necessarily comparable to a LuLaRoe style, however I ordered two of these to go with my leggings and I am very pleased with the fit. They have a nice serged edge that so far has held up well in the wash. I do find that it ran a bit big, but it also had a tad of shrinkage so I would still say it’s mostly true to size.
So if you love the look of LuLaRoe but want to get more bang for your buck, check out some of these soft and comfy basics. Do you think the name-brand is worth the price in the case of LuLaRoe or have you found a great alternative? Let us know in the comments!
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Welcome to Bargain Babe! I’m Mara, and I’m so glad you’re here. I am an obsessive bargain hunter and penny pincher, and I am determined to live a full life without EVER paying full price.
I was considering buying some leggings from Amazon but didn’t know which brands were dependable. Now I know! Thanks.
Glad you are going to give them a try, Dorothy! Let us know if you enjoy them!
Some good ones to try here! Thank you!! I also like the tunics from Lanmo
Thanks, I will check out Lanmo!
Very good article. Wish that I knew before I bought that Lularoe DOES NOT give refunds.
Joanne B.
I have heard that some LLR reps will replace or refund but I guess it would depend on the consultant. I agree it’s disappointing, especially if you are spoiled by great return policies like Costco and Amazon!
I own both LLR and VIV leggings and the only difference besides the price is that the LLR leggings have a wider waistband. I’d stay away from the Walmart ones as they have not held up as well ( my dogs have put holes in those ones with their nails) As for the tops, I also agree. I’ve got some of the same ones from Amazon and like them as well. Try ones by Drskn, I think is the brand on Amazon, too. I still buy LLR, for the specialty prints. Be careful, either way it can quickly become an addiction!
Thanks Melissa for chiming in with your experience! I do love the idea of a wide waist band but for the lower price I will just suck in my gut! 😉 Although I do hate leggings that are too saggy! I think I have washed and worn my walmart leggings about 10 times now and so far so good. I was also really excited to find that they now have BLACK! I will check out Drskn, thanks for the tip!!
Do you know of a company that sells the LulaRoe looks alikes in bulk, where a person could start a home business like LulaRoe?
Legging Army is another comparable brand to LLR. Women’s leggings start at $16 and kids start at $14. No tops so far, but there are maxi skirts and some dresses. Their leggings are the same material as LLR and in my experience have held up great to washing and wearing. Their customer service is great too! http://www.leggingarmy.com/#LaciTerrell
How can I tell before ordering if these clothing items are made in the US. I ordered from Zulily before only to find (after I paid) that they were made in China and it took 6-8 weeks to receive my purchase. The price was right, the fit was wrong and I didn’t go through the hassle of returning. So it was money wasted.
Also, are the VIV leggings good quality. They have wonderful prints.
I love the leggings from Simple Addiction. They have the wide waistband and are equally as soft as LuLaRoe.
I love LuLaRoe too, but agree it’s a bit pricey. I found leggings just as soft at Legging Army. They’ve held up really good and the sizing is Similar to Lula!
(For LuLa tops check for bargain bin sales by consultants going out of business!)
http://leggingarmy.com/#leggingarmyn
Lularoe on ThredUP all the time! That’s where I get mine.
Does anyone know where to find substitute for the Amber hoodie of LLR?