Review: Victoria's Secret Studio Tank (Swiftly Tank Dupe)

I used to buy Victoria's Secret Sports Bra all the time before I discovered Lululemon. Now, Energy Bras are my go to sports bras. I do not like Victoria's Secret's VSX line for tanks and tops because the fabric always felt cheap and flimsy. Today, I was in the store to buy more VSX panties when I decided to look around at their new VSX line. They had some new tanks that were similar to Lululemon's No Limits Tank but again the fabric wasn't up to par. However, something displayed on the table caught my eye. They were tanks identical to Lululemon's Swiftly Tanks!

I was just in my local Lululemon today to try on the swiftly tank in raspberry glo but I felt that the fabric was too thin and based on the reviews, the fabric snags really easy. I was glad I did not buy the swiftly tank because Victoria's Secret Studio Tank is made of so much better quality fabric. The fit is similar and the fabric is thicker but has the same softness that the swiftly tank has. I was pleased to find a VSX Studio Tank that is a similar color to Bordeaux Drama. I tested out the tank for a run as soon as I got home and I the fabric felt light and dreamy. I was cool for my entire 5k run and the tank dried fairly quickly. I was impressed! As much as I love Lulu, I wish they would listen to their customer's opinions and stop raising their prices for sub par quality products. The Studio Tank from VSX is only $39.50 and it comes in several colors. Here is the link to the tank online. They don't have the Bordeaux Drama color online but you might find it in your local store. The last photo is a comparison of my Lululemon Catch me Tank in Bordeaux Drama and the VSX Studio Tank.

The Studio Tanks on display

Review: Xersion Racerback (Lululemon CRB Dupe)

I love my CRBs from Lulu as much as the next gal but I like to have variety in my closet especially with the recent decline in Lululemon's quality and escalating prices. I have found a similar tank from Xersion by JC Penney. The fabric is soft, dries quickly but it is thinner than Lulu's CRBs. The length of the Xersion tank is a tad shorter but I am not exactly tall to begin with so this aspect does not bother me (FYI they do carry "Tall" versions of the tank). I have used these tanks running and I had no issues of it riding up. I have had these for several weeks now and have not experienced any quality issues yet. I do wish the fabric was a little more thicker but for $10, I cannot complain. I should note that although the fabric is thinner than Lulu's regular CRBs, the tank is NOT sheer.

If you do not have a JC Penny near you, you can buy the Xersion Racerback Singlet here and here. It comes in Misses, Petites and Talls.

Xersion Long Singlet Tank in Tilandsia Purple can be purchased here

Xersion Racerback Singlet in Bachelor Button

Xersion Sizzling Pink Racerback

Sizzling pink compared to Pinkelicious

Xersion fabric content

Xersion tag

Xersion Neon Berry tank and Sizzling Pink

Xersion Charcoal Tank (Size Small) compared to Lululemon's Pig Pink CRB (Size 8)

Back comparison

Lululemon Bordeaux Drama Dupe from Athleta

I loved the color Bordeaux Drama from Lululemon but unfortunately it sold out real quick and I wasn't able to grab what I wanted. Fortunately for me, Athleta came out with their own version of the color. They are calling it Sangria. Here's some products they offer in that color.

Revelation Capri $79

Rubik Capri $79

No Sweatin' It Hoodie $98

Heavenly Hail Hoodie $89

Juniper Jacket $118

Bra Cup Wild Card Tank $39

Scrunch Cami $64

Wee Are From Space Prints from Athleta

If you are disappointed like me with Lululemon's current releases, it might be worth your while to check out Athleta's products. They have some pretty cute items that are better quality than Lululemon's current crap. I was wanting a THICK AND NOT SEE THROUGH running crop from Lululemon but most of their current items are see through and thin so I've given up hope that they will release a pair of good running crops anytime soon.

Here's something similar to Lululemon's Run: Chase Me Capri in Wee Are From Space of last year's release.

 Athleta's Rubik Capri $79

Comes in Black, Sangria, and Dress Blue

 

Athleta's Tangram Capri $79

Comes in Black and Dress Blue

 

Lululemon Spin it To Win it Dupe from Zobha

Here is another dupe from Zobha; the Mia Tank! This one looks better constructed than the Spin it to win it Tank from Lululemon. I would check this out especially at the price of $24.99 and free shipping. It comes in three colors (bring fuchsia/black, fanfare/black, phantom heather/black).

Lululemon Right Round Tank Dupe from Zobha

Did you miss out on last year's Right Round Tank in Alberta Lake? I've found a dupe for you from Zobha. It is called the Karin Tank and it comes in 5 colors (black, fuchsia, fanfare, purple and phantom heather). Best part is it's on sale for only $24.99! Just like Lululemon, Zobha offers free shipping to it's customers. I ordered the fuchsia/black and phantom heather/black, what did you get?

Lululemon Right Round Tank