Looking for a cheaper alternative for the Lululemon Scuba oversized half-zip hoodie? I found one!

The original review here is about a CRZ jacket that closely resembled the original Scuba hoodie from Lululemon. But since publishing, the Scuba half-zip from Lululemon has become very popular. Like many of you, I’ve been waiting for other brands to make an inexpensive “inspired by” version. I can’t wait to give this one a try.

It’s the LASLULU Fleece Lined 1/2 Zipper Sweatshirt on Amazon.

Looks pretty similar, huh? Similar seams, thumbholes, the oversized slightly cropped fit. I’ve seen the price fluctuate from 30-36 dollars, so it’s quite a steal compared to the Lululemon hoodie.

It comes in a few colors. Black:

Khaki:

Grey:

Pink:

Link to buy the Laslulu half zip on Amazon

I’ll update (hopefuly soon) will a full review. In the meantime, here’s the original post, comparing the CRZ Yoga hoodie with the original Lululemon Scuba hoodie.

CRZ Yoga Cotton Hoodie – Similar to Lululemon Scuba Hoodie

CRZ Yoga is a popular activewear brand available on Amazon.

The CRZ Cotton Hooded Jacket is a very high quality piece that is similar in style to the classic Lululemon Scuba hoodie. However there some key differences that I’ll describe in detail below.

First impressions

This piece is very well made!
The hoodie is mid weight (not thin like a t-shirt but also not thick like a jacket).
The stitching is even and consistent with no loose threads that I can find.
The zipper feels sturdy and heavy duty.
The shape and style are flattering.
The interior is not fleece-lined.

Fabric comparison

The fabric content of the CRZ: 88% Cotton, 12% Polyester
The fabric content of the Lululemon: 70% Cotton, 30% Polyester

Other similarities:

Mid-weight cottony fabric
Slim and fitted through the body
Long sleeves with thumbholes
Large, structured hood
Large collar
Heavy-duty zipper that feels sturdy and high-quality
Side hand pockets and hidden media pocket
Ribbed panels on the side

Main differences:

The biggest difference is the material. Though the CRZ hoodie feels very high quality, it is still quite different.
The CRZ Yoga hoodie has drawstring for the hood, whereas the Lululemon one does not.
The Lululemon hoodie (specifically the one labeled “Light Cotton Fleece” on the Lulu website) is softer on the inside, with a very thin fleece lining, whereas the CRZ hoodie has a French terry interior with no fleece. You can see the fleece lining in the photos below.
The CRZ hoodie has a subtle texture to the exterior fabric. This is visible in the photo below of the olive green hoodie that I tested.
The CRZ hoodie fabric is slightly more slick on the exterior.
The Lululemon hoodie has a stiffer collar and hood.

Additional notes:

The CRZ hoodie in small is between a size 4-6 in Lululemon Scuba hoodie.
The CRZ hoodie in medium is between a size 8-10 in Lululemon Scuba hoodie.
The CRZ hoodie has a nice, heavy weight to it, and the seams seem to be high quality.

Is it worth it? Should you considering buying the CRZ Yoga hoodie?

I vote yes. It is a high-quality piece with great style and design. And although I still shop at Lululemon, I also love to find a great deal on a similar product, so I can shop the look for less!

Here’s some of the main reasons you might consider a similar product.

Save money. Sometimes you can find items that have a similar look or style, but cost less.
There are certain occasions when you want the Lulu look, but you don’t want to damage your actual Lulu items.
You may want more colors or style options.
Lulu items are often sold out in certain sizes, and many colors are only offered for a limited run.

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