Ted Baker vs Lululemon: which hoodie wins?
Both land in the premium tier — the Ted Baker Cotton Pullover Hoodie at $125, the Lululemon Steady State Hoodie at $128, just $3 apart. Here's how they stack up, head to head.
| Ted Baker | Lululemon | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $125 | $128 |
| Material | Cotton-blend fleece, ~10oz, brushed interior. | Cotton/modal/elastane blend, ~10oz, with a brushed soft interior. |
| Fit | Clean slightly tailored fit, true to size. | Clean athletic fit, true to size; layers without bulk. |
| Quality | Premium-leaning — soft fabric and detail-led smart-casual finishing. | Premium feel, mid durability — genuinely soft and well-cut, but the brushed interior flattens with wear. |
| Best for | A clean, detailed smart-casual everyday hoodie. | Soft everyday wear, clean athletic-leisure outfits, and the Lululemon ecosystem. |
| Care | Cold wash and tumble low to keep the soft hand and muted colour. | Cold wash inside-out and tumble low or hang dry to preserve the soft brushed hand. |
Which should you buy?
They sit in the same tier and are within $3 of each other, so it comes down to what you want out of a hoodie. Lean Ted Baker for a clean, detailed smart-casual everyday hoodie; pick Lululemon for soft everyday wear, clean athletic-leisure outfits, and the lululemon ecosystem.
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