What's the scoop on Athleta?

[marcemc]

Could someone share an opinion? Their stuff looks like really nice but some of it is on the expensive side. Is it worth it? How's the quality? Thanks!!

 

[java]

I have bought 2 packable skirts from them and I LOVE them. So my experience was well worth the price.

 

[ilovejack02]

Only have bathing suits from them, but love them. Good quality.

 

[eksb327]

Very happy with Athleta. I've purchased a few sports bras as well as some yoga pants, and they've definitely stood the test of time. They are owned by the Gap, so often a coupon or sale will be applicable--just sign up for the newsletter email.

 

[3goofyboys]

I love their stuff and have several friends who love it as well. Expensive, but worth it.

 

[Brancaneve]

If anything, the catalogs are inspirational because the models are healthy, fit and not super skinny. I have one pair of workout pants that I absolutely love. They shape your body and keep "everything" in place so there's a lot less jiggling as you work out

 

[Plumeria9]

I have had good, bad and weird experiences w/ Athleta. I bought several items over a year ago, and hated the way everything fit, and had to send it all back. Which I had to pay for. So, not too excited about that part of it, since you can't return it to a Gap co. store. Recently I bought several things w/a 30% discount and free shipping, which is why I finally bought again. I bought 3 different bottoms, and wound up needing 3 different sizes. I would say I usually wear a size . I needed a size 0, 2, and a 4. I had call and do exchanges, it was kind of a drag, but their CS was friendly. Their sizing is definitely not consistent.

I bought a bathing suit the first time around, and the fit was so terrible. That was just my experience, but a bathing suit is hard to buy online.

I have not paid full/regular price for anything I've bought there, and I probably never will. I did get a Gap credit card over a year ago so I could take advantage of more of the free shipping offers that are given to CC holders. I have asked them (via customer comments) to offer free return shipping, since we can't see the clothing until we order it, but nothing has come of it yet. I have heard that they are interested in opening Athleta stores, but I'm not holding my breath on that happening where I live any time soon. Have you tried Lucy activewear? I really like their bottoms. Good luck!

 

[jadeblue13]

I am pooh sized and love a dress I bought there. Got lots of compliments and it was very comfortable and well made. Pricey but should get my money's worth for this one.

 

[pansmermaidzlagoon]

I buy DD13's bathing suits there (better support on top and better coverage all round). We have had very good luck - definitely very good quality!

 

[Green Tea]

I like the little bit I've ordered from there. I especially like that I can shop online at Banana Republic or Gap at the same time and it all goes in one shopping basket/one flat rate shipping charge.

If you like the style, look at Title 9 too.

 

[marcemc]

Thank you all for your advice & opinions. I have spot some items that are on sale and I am going to give it a try.

If anything, the catalogs are inspirational because the models are healthy, fit and not super skinny. I have one pair of workout pants that I absolutely love. They shape your body and keep "everything" in place so there's a lot less jiggling as you work out

I also appreciated that. I think more brands should go for this "look"

I have had good, bad and weird experiences w/ Athleta. I bought several items over a year ago, and hated the way everything fit, and had to send it all back. Which I had to pay for. So, not too excited about that part of it, since you can't return it to a Gap co. store. Recently I bought several things w/a 30% discount and free shipping, which is why I finally bought again. I bought 3 different bottoms, and wound up needing 3 different sizes. I would say I usually wear a size . I needed a size 0, 2, and a 4. I had call and do exchanges, it was kind of a drag, but their CS was friendly. Their sizing is definitely not consistent.
I bought a bathing suit the first time around, and the fit was so terrible. That was just my experience, but a bathing suit is hard to buy online.

I have not paid full/regular price for anything I've bought there, and I probably never will. I did get a Gap credit card over a year ago so I could take advantage of more of the free shipping offers that are given to CC holders. I have asked them (via customer comments) to offer free return shipping, since we can't see the clothing until we order it, but nothing has come of it yet. I have heard that they are interested in opening Athleta stores, but I'm not holding my breath on that happening where I live any time soon. Have you tried Lucy activewear? I really like their bottoms. Good luck!

That's exactly what I heard from a friend. She said sometimes she goes up one size, sometimes one size down.

 

[rubato]

I LOVE their stuff. I'm an athletically built girl and it's nice to find a company that caters to my body type!
I agree though that sizing is all over the place. I'm a 6 and need a 4 in most of their stuff.

 

[Green Tea]

If I remember correctly they have reviews on each product page to give the feedback from purchasers on sizing...true to size, order a size larger...that type of thing.