I've got the £31 Lululemon lookalike gym leggings everyone is talking about – and, yes, they really are that good

I'm a huge fan of Lululemon - I've had Align leggings forever and they have long topped my list of favourite gym leggings. But a while ago a friend of mine, who is also a big fan of Lulu, recommended CRZ Yoga Butterluxe leggings, saying, and I quote, "you can barely tell the difference in the material, and they're less than half the price!". 

I'd never heard of them before, but she made a compelling case and I'm always looking for pairs of the best workout leggings. Admittedly, when I found the brand on Amazon at £31, I was sceptical about the quality. But at such an affordable price, I took the plunge and opted for the CRZ YOGA Women's Butterluxe leggings in 25-inch black faux leather. With a little extra shine, if they didn't pass the squat test, the faux leather look would be nice for every day with a pair of white trainers. 

I was convinced the CRZ Yoga Butterluxe leggings wouldn't come close to the comfort and support of my beloved Lulus - but I was wrong and I cannot underestimate how incredible these leggings are. 

As the name suggests, the material is buttery soft and feels luxurious against my skin. The fit (which is true to size) is perfect, with enough stretch to move comfortably while providing support to make me feel held in. They also create a lovely silhouette on my legs and so I feel confident when I wear them. They are, hands down, the best Lululemon alternatives you can buy. Oh, and they pass the squat test too! 

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Do CRZ Yoga Butterluxe leggings pass the squat test?

Yes, the CRZ Yoga Butterluxe leggings pass the squat test, making them an excellent choice for fellow fans of strength training. I've had my pair for well over a year and wear them at least twice a week during my CrossFit workouts, and they show no signs of wear. They also haven't deteriorated over time or with washing - although I'd always suggest learning how to wash gym clothes to be on the safe side. 

In the photo below, I am stretching the fabric to show the faux leather shine, but also how under pressure, the material remains opaque. 

I'm also always asking my friends who spot me (lucky them) in the gym if my leggings are cracking (pun very much intended) under the pressure, and so far, it's always been a firm no. 

Does CRZ Yoga run big?

Based on my experience, and thousands of reviews on Amazon, CRZ Yoga fit is true to size, so your usual dress size should fit nicely. As these leggings are designed to be activewear, they are quite stretchy, but I would stick to regular sizing for the best experience. 

Where is CRZ Yoga from?

CRZ Yoga is an activewear brand owned by Guangzhou Jumi Network Technology Co Ltd, a leading company in China, that focuses on affordable technical athleisure wear. It is available to buy almost exclusively in the UK from Amazon, with Prime Delivery available on subscription.