Comparison of Famme Softy Tights and Lululemon Align Pants

When it comes to premium workout wear, Famme Softy Tights and Lululemon Align Pants are two of the most popular options. Both are known for their comfort and amazing fit. Many who are familiar with the Align Pants from Lululemon wonder what the difference is? In this article, we write more about both Align Pants and Softy Tights.

The material: Softy Tights vs. Align Pants

The material is almost identical. Both Softy Tights and Align Pants are made from extra fine Nylon 6.6 and Lycra Elastane. The yarn is interlock knitted and the fabric is brushed to make it ultra soft. The result is extra comfort and a tight that fits nicely on the body. Almost all tights are comfortable, but you will notice a difference when you try Softy Tights or Align Pants.

Lululemon's Align Pants use Nulu fabric ® . It is manufactured by Taiwanese Eclat Textiles Co. Ltd. which is partly owned by Lululemon. Zero ® is Lululemon's softest fabric.

Famme's Softy Tights use the fabric SoftSilk ®. Both Zero ® SoftSilk ® is medium thick (215-220 gsm) and breathes effectively. They consist of 80% Nylon 6.6 and 20% Lycra ® Elastane.

Front seam vs. no front seam

We intentionally made Softy Tights without a front seam because that's what everyone wants. Why doesn't Lululemon do the same?

Align Pants forces you to go with a front seam because:

  • It increases the cost of the tights
  • When everyone wants Align Pants without a front seam, what are they going to do with all the front seam tights that no one wants?
  • Images, information and marketing need to be changed

That's why one of the world's most expensive tights still has a front seam, even though no one really wants it.

Nice fit

Align Pants and Softy Tights are high waisted and full length. Personally, we think that Align Pants cut the butt a little too low. On Softy Tights, we have chosen to place a curved seam above the butt to give the illusion of a nicer bottom. The seam higher up will also give the feeling that the tights fit better around the waist.


Use & Activity

Softy Tights and Align Pants can be used for the same purpose. Both for training and everyday use. The most common are yoga, strength training and other low to medium intensity activities. Due to the extra fine material, it is not recommended to use Align or Softy for high intensity training. This applies, for example, to Crossfit where you do exercises with a lot of friction against the garment.

The fabric is lightweight, wicks moisture effectively and dries quickly. Many people choose to wear Softy Tights regardless of activity, during all sessions.

See the full range of training tights from Famme here . If you are looking for scrunch tights, you can see the range here .

Shorts, Tops and Slacks?

    Experience the difference by exploring our Softy collection , which includes various styles such as the Softy Flared Pants , Softy Shorts and Softy Sports Bra .

    Visual Comparison

    Below are some pictures showing Famme Softy Tights :

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    Conclusion

    No matter what you choose, we guarantee that both Align Pants and Softy Tights are two incredibly good and nice tights. If you want maximum comfort without a front seam, you have to choose Softy Tights .

    The fabric is almost identical, so you have to consider the design and which color you like best. If you are extra lucky, you can allow yourself to try one of each.

    If price is a factor, Softy is a better option. Famme also offers free exchanges and ships from Norway.

    If you have any more questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to contact us. We'll be happy to help you find the perfect tights!

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