The Best Lululemon Men’s Pants, Tested and Reviewed by Style Experts

SHOP SLIM FIT

Lululemon’s ABC pants styles—standing for “Anti-Ball-Crushing”, which I later found out is a gusset at the crotch and thigh areas that helps relieve tension while walking—are the brand’s best-sellers and frankly, opus magnum. I tested it thoroughly and found it to be the comfiest pants for looking classy, as it looks and feels more casual than chinos but dressier than joggers. Really, its comfort is second to none: with smooth, lightweight, and sweat-wicking fabric, amplified four-way stretch, wrinkle resistance, quick drying, and the ABC design, the classic chino pant style is now infused with activewear functions geared toward everyday life.

In fact, I was able to wear these pants multiple days in a row after owning them since 2020, and their stretchy performance has never let me down once. My favorite part about these pants is, of course, the anti-ball-crushing tech that lets my legs move however I want. Style-wise, while the ABC looks more casual than regular chinos (since it’s made without cotton), it fits the bill for summer pants, spring pants, khaki pants, travel pants, office pants, casual pants…Really versatile, you get the gist.

All in all, Lululemon’s ABC pants are what guys have always hoped to find in their everyday slacks, giving you unrestrictive movement and all-day comfort without compromising on an elevated style.

We gave these Lululemon pants 10/10 scores in pretty much every category, from the internal drawcord for the pull-on ease to the water-repellent fabric with stretch. So, if you’re looking for pants that effortlessly blend the sleekness of chinos with a more relaxed feel of joggers or sweatpants, the New Venture pants are exactly what you need. The classic tapered fit feels slim without looking baggy, meaning that you can wear these to a day at the office, casual after-work drinks, or a laid-back round of golf.

In our testing, we found that the internal drawcord helped us fine-tune the fit for ultimate comfort, and the twill fabric was able to keep us dry even after walking in the sunny streets for hours. The pull-on design is completely no-fuss and no-buttoning-required.

While these are not the kind of work pants you’d wear to do yard work or to construction sites, they’re still very much heavy-duty and primed for hardworking dudes. Crafted from a lightweight, four-way stretch fabric that is resistant to wear and tear, these pants are also engineered for maximum mobility. We love that the relaxed fit in the seat and thigh provides unrestricted movement, while the gentle taper towards the ankle ensures a polished look. With a ventilated gusset at the crouch that provides mobility and thermal comfort, we’ve actually felt comfortable wearing these carpenter pants for hours to work and travel.

Of course, these pants also don’t skimp on the functionality of work pants: they boast reinforced knees and hand pockets with hidden phone sleeves. Whether you’d like to rock them while playing on your phone or actually swinging a hammer, Lululemon’s carpenter pants will keep up.

Boasting a classic slim fit that hugs your glutes and thighs and the ABC™ technology that relieves tension from your crotch, Lululemon’s Commission Pant is effortlessly elevated while amping up the comfort with a fabric that has a four-way stretch, is water-repellent and naturally breathable. What really impressed us about these Lululemon bottoms is how comfortable they were right from the first wear. We love that the polyester is actually designed in a way to amplify breathability and smoothness, and we did find these pants were able to wick away light perspiration. Having walked in Central Park under the blazing sun for hours with these pants, my legs stayed cool and dry.

In addition, we recommend the Commission Pant as your possible go-to whenever you’re dressing up. The elegant slim fit through the thigh and the tailored cut make them compatible with dress shoes, loafers, dress sneakers, and all in all your whole office fits.

SHOP RELAXED FIT

If you’re looking to upgrade your sweatpants, Lululemon’s Utilitech Pull-On Pant will take care of it by letting you finally ditch the ragged cotton or fleece and trade advantage of Lululemon’s proprietary Utilitech fabric, a polyester blend that is not only soft and smooth but also abrasion-resistant and comes with a four-way stretch. Our testers noticed just how sturdy and rugged the fabric felt to withstand daily wear and tear, but also just how motion-friendly it was as well to carry us through daily traveling and commuting. Better yet, we love that it’s got strategic ventilation gussets placed at the crotch to increase airflow and fend off the heat, you know, down there.

The true X-factor of these pants, however, is the pull-on design that makes them a hybrid of sweatpants and chino pants. While the waistband isn’t adjustable, our testers did find it elastic enough to give you a customized fit.

Your athleisure-wear game will never be the same with Lululemon’s City Sweat Jogger. It is simplistic in terms of the look but maximalist in comfort and performance. The French Terry is soft, smooth, and naturally breathable, while the four-way stretch ensures unrestricted movement throughout the day. And, thanks to the quick-drying and sweat-wicking properties, you’ll stay dry and fresh no matter how active you are, making these pants versatile enough for anything from intense workouts to laid-back hangouts.

Additionally, in my testing, I found that these joggers were able to their shape very well no matter how much I stretched in them or how often I washed them, thanks to the added Lycra® fiber. Wear after wear, they’re still the perfect fit for me. So if you want to seamlessly transition from workouts to relaxation, Lululemon’s City Sweat Jogger is your new go-to.

Is there such a thing as the perfect workout pants? Our testers beg to agree once we’ve tried on Lululemon’s License to Train Pant to attend hardcore gym sesh, from leg days to push and pull days. Firstly, they have water-repellent properties and four-way stretch, ensuring optimal performance and comfort during your toughest exercises. And we noticed that the classic-tapered fit provides ample breathing room for glutes and thighs while letting our legs squat down effortlessly, which is essential for leg days.

Our testers also commented on how durable and abrasion-resistant the fabric is and therefore how versatile these pants are for burpees and backpacking trips alike, beyond the weight room. Lastly, there’re quite a few pockets to use, and an added locker loop for easy hanging.

Designed for yoga and yogis but equally amazing and suitable for lounging or relaxing at home, the Balancer Pant is made with Lululemon’s fastest-drying Everlux™ fabric to ensure you stay cool and comfortable during any hot, humid, intense sessions, or just a regular day in summer without AC. Our testers noticed how highly breathable and sweat-wicking these pants are as well to keep us feeling fresh no matter the outside environment. We also love the four-way stretch, and how while the outer fabric feels soft and brushed, the interior is actually cool to the touch.

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