**SPOILERS*** November 2013 Popsugar Must Have Box

[ZeeOmega]

It's funny how Lululemon keeps popping up in my life the last few weeks. I first have a co-worker who also teaches body attack balking at the price, but her personal creed is that if she's going to sweat up a storm in it, it had better come from Goodwill. I then had a classmate do a risk analysis on them when we were reviewing 10-K filings and I was frankly shocked. Considering how much they charge, they are wholly dependent on their brand image to warrant the price. They acknowledge having no patented patterns and a reliance on multiple manufacturers scattered to the four corners of the world.

 

[caseybean025]

Just a side note, I'm so glad I'm a MUT member! I always learn so much on this site about the different companies (good or bad). It would take so much research to find out the things I learn about on here. So thank you ladies!

 

[DevinMcWhite]

Quote: Originally Posted by nicepenguins /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I hope it is heavy with chocolate and makeup, maybe a book too!  

I'd subscribe to that if that's what you'll be sending!

 

[BratzFan]

I love Lululemon! They are the only company that makes tops with built-in bras that fit me correctly. I'm a crazy lady who has a lulu closet section and knows what season each piece is from. They are very hit or miss though. I doubt anything "lulu" is in the box, but it would be nice!

 

[jbird1175]

not to mention the ceo said he named it "lululemon" was because he wanted it to be difficult for east asians to pronounce.

WHAT? !!!

 

[ZeeOmega]

Chose to delete for now, but not sure how.

 

[boxesandboxes]

Quote: Originally Posted by natashaia /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  not to mention the ceo said he named it "lululemon" was because he wanted it to be difficult for east asians to pronounce. makes me sad as i had just bought a pair of running pants from there
just typing that ...doesnt it sound like something a kid on the playground made up?  Sounds like some silly rumor to me.  Brands get impacted by that stuff. Now doesnt get me wrong, ..... I heard the CEO say things about the fit himself... that's different.

 

[natashaia]

Quote: Originally Posted by jbird1175 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


WHAT? !!!
yeah.. apparently its the Japanese specifically. He said "it's funny to watch them to try and say it"  I realize that many of the products I buy can have dubious business practices behind them, but this man is just bizarre. he had to step down as cel because multiple statements like that. 

I really liked their running tights. the only ones that dont fall when i run. But they're quality has gone down significantly  since they went public and stopped manufacturing in canada, so i don't feel too bad. 

http://www.businessinsider.com/12-utterly-bizarre-facts-about-the-rise-of-lululemon-2012-4#wilson-created-the-name-lululemon-because-he-thinks-japanese-people-cant-say-the-letter-l-3

 

[boxesandboxes]

Quote: Originally Posted by natashaia /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  yeah.. apparently its the Japanese specifically. He said "it's funny to watch them to try and say it"  I realize that many of the products I buy can have dubious business practices behind them, but this man is just bizarre. he had to step down as cel because multiple statements like that. 

I really liked their running tights. the only ones that dont fall when i run. But they're quality has gone down significantly  since they went public and stopped manufacturing in canada, so i don't feel too bad. 

http://www.businessinsider.com/12-utterly-bizarre-facts-about-the-rise-of-lululemon-2012-4#wilson-created-the-name-lululemon-because-he-thinks-japanese-people-cant-say-the-letter-l-3
NO Way!  WOW!!

 

[ZeeOmega]

Quote: Originally Posted by mishmish /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  just typing that ...doesnt it sound like something a kid on the playground made up?  Sounds like some silly rumor to me.  Brands get impacted by that stuff. Now doesnt get me wrong, ..... I heard the CEO say things about the fit himself... that's different.

The thing is I was curious and went to research it, I saw this in a Business Insider article and deleted it above because I thought it might have been an April's Fools day thing, but I finally found the post date and saw that the article was from April 24. =

 

[natashaia]

Quote: Originally Posted by mishmish /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  just typing that ...doesnt it sound like something a kid on the playground made up?  Sounds like some silly rumor to me.  Brands get impacted by that stuff. Now doesnt get me wrong, ..... I heard the CEO say things about the fit himself... that's different.
I wouldn't say it if it weren't true. I wasn't completely correct. He was referring specifically to the Japanese.  He said it in an interview.  He told Canada's National Post Business Magazine, "It's funny to watch them try and say it," and "In essence, the name “lululemon†has no roots and means nothing other than it has 3 “L’s†in it.  Nothing more and nothing less." 
 

The original article has been removed, but it has been quoted in multiple outlets. Including http://www.businessinsider.com/12-utterly-bizarre-facts-about-the-rise-of-lululemon-2012-4#wilson-created-the-name-lululemon-because-he-thinks-japanese-people-cant-say-the-letter-l-3

He's said controversial stuff about child labor, then sent out a photo mocking it, which someone leaked. 

I liked their products prior to the quality drop and the sheer pants mess, its a shame he is so awful. 

 

[boxesandboxes]

Quote: Originally Posted by natashaia /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I wouldn't say it if it weren't true. I wasn't completely correct. He was referring specifically to the Japanese.  He said it in an interview.  He told Canada's National Post Business Magazine, "It's funny to watch them try and say it," and "In essence, the name “lululemon†has no roots and means nothing other than it has 3 “L’s†in it.  Nothing more and nothing less." 
 

The original article has been removed, but it has been quoted in multiple outlets. Including http://www.businessinsider.com/12-utterly-bizarre-facts-about-the-rise-of-lululemon-2012-4#wilson-created-the-name-lululemon-because-he-thinks-japanese-people-cant-say-the-letter-l-3

He's said controversial stuff about child labor, then sent out a photo mocking it, which someone leaked. 

I liked their products prior to the quality drop and the sheer pants mess, its a shame he is so awful. 
That's so sad /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[natashaia]

Quote: Originally Posted by ZeeOmega /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
The thing is I was curious and went to research it, I saw this in a Business Insider article and deleted it above because I thought it might have been an April's Fools day thing, but I finally found the post date and saw that the article was from April 24. =
Yeah. he originally wrote about it on the company page! I can't even fathom how he thought that was okay, and the interview was in 2009. 

BI made a great compilation of all the crazy stuff he has said. I think he was under fire again because someone brought up the sheer pants recall, and he said it was because people were wearing into sizes too small for them, his wife tried to back track. it was a mess. I don't know why he doesn't just accept that it was low quality. http://www.vancitybuzz.com/2013/11/chip-wilson-claims-some-women-cant-wear-lululemon-pants/

 

[dousedingin]

I think for December I might go totally dark to make it more of a Christmas Surprise, but I wonder if that would create more disappointment?! Lol. OOooh maybe even save it for Christmas Day... that might be crazy talk though.

 

[sandyeggos]

Quote: Originally Posted by dousedingin /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I think for December I might go totally dark to make it more of a Christmas Surprise, but I wonder if that would create more disappointment?! Lol. OOooh maybe even save it for Christmas Day... that might be crazy talk though.
If you are able to hold out to Christmas Day, there should be some sort of award given to you. LOL. I'm trying to go dark for this one starting tomorrow or so, and I already think I might not make it from the mailbox without opening it. 

 

[Eleda]

I did not expect such a lllemon speculation, but now I hope we dont get their stuff in the box, ever /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I feel like a little troll now to have suggested their products might be in the box and the reaction that followed...

 

[yousoldtheworld]

I got shipping tonight, too! I'm going to try to avoid this thread...but I know it won't last. I'm weak! I think I will try to save my December box, as well as my secret santa gift, for Christmas day/eve, though. I don't get presents, and it would be nice to have something to open!

 

[yousoldtheworld]

And yeah, I'm definitely hoping for NO lululemon, though I would not mind something yoga related. Would be a nice relaxation aid, since stressful holiday time is coming. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[caseybean025]

I did not expect such a lllemon speculation, but now I hope we dont get their stuff in the box, ever /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I feel like a little troll now to have suggested their products might be in the box and the reaction that followed...

Don't feel bad. I was the one that asked what it was! Lol. I had honestly never heard of it before! But I wouldn't mind some new yoga pants... Just not from that company I suppose!

 

[natashaia]

Quote: Originally Posted by Eleda /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I did not expect such a lllemon speculation, but now I hope we dont get their stuff in the box, ever /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I feel like a little troll now to have suggested their products might be in the box and the reaction that followed...
haha. i feel bad for bringing up all of their issues. to be fair i'm sure a lot of people work really hard at that company, but that ceo ...no thank you. lol

If they did send something in boxes i would probably use it! i still wear my pants, i just don't buy more new stuff.