Lululemon Like New: How to Trade In & Save

Lululemon's Like New program is one of the most popular trade-in programs in Canada — and for good reason. It lets you trade in gently used Lululemon gear for gift cards, and buy pre-owned Lululemon at a discount. Here's everything you need to know.

How Lululemon Like New Works

Lululemon Like New operates as both a trade-in and resale program:

Trading In Your Gear

1. Bring items to a Lululemon store — Any Canadian Lululemon location accepts trade-ins.
2. Items are assessed — Staff evaluate condition, style, and eligibility.
3. Receive an e-gift card — Values typically range from $5 to $25+ per item depending on the product and condition.
4. Items get resold — Your traded-in items are cleaned and listed on the Like New online shop.

Shopping Like New

The Like New online shop sells pre-owned Lululemon items at 30–50% off retail prices. Items are quality-checked, cleaned, and photographed by Lululemon. It's essentially buying from Lululemon's own secondhand store — so you know the items are authentic.

What Items Are Accepted?

Lululemon Like New accepts most Lululemon-branded products:

• Accepted: Leggings, shorts, tops, sports bras, jackets, bags, yoga mats, accessories
• Condition requirements: Clean, functional, no major damage or excessive pilling
• Not accepted: Underwear, swimwear, items with significant damage, non-Lululemon products

How Much Will You Get?

Trade-in values vary by item type and condition. General ranges:

Values are approximate and depend on the specific item, condition, and current inventory needs.

Is It Worth It? Lululemon Like New vs. Resale

Let's compare with selling on resale platforms:

Example: Lululemon Align 25" leggings (good condition)

• Like New trade-in: ~$15 gift card
• Poshmark sale: $50–70 (minus 20% fee = $40–56)
• Depop sale: $45–65 (minus 10% fee = $40–58)

The math is clear: you'll get significantly more selling on resale platforms. But the trade-in has real advantages:

Choose Like New Trade-In When:

• You have multiple items and don't want to list each one individually
• Your items have minor wear that would reduce resale value
• You want instant, guaranteed credit
• You're already planning to buy Lululemon

Choose Resale Platforms When:

• You have popular styles in great condition (Aligns, Define Jackets)
• You want to maximize your return
• You're comfortable with the listing/shipping process
• You'd prefer cash over Lululemon credit

Tips for Getting the Most from Like New

As a Seller

1. Wash and de-pill items first — Items in better condition receive higher credit.
2. Bring current styles — Newer styles and seasonal colours tend to get better valuations.
3. Go during quieter times — Weekday mornings mean less wait and more attention from staff.
4. Ask about promotions — Lululemon occasionally runs bonus credit events for trade-ins.

As a Buyer

1. Check the Like New shop regularly — New inventory drops frequently and popular items sell fast.
2. Know your size and style — Items are final sale, so there's no room for guessing.
3. Look for seasonal steals — End-of-season styles often appear on Like New at deep discounts.
4. Compare prices — Sometimes Like New prices are close to Poshmark or Depop prices, but with the authenticity guarantee.

How Like New Compares to Other Fashion Trade-Ins

The Bottom Line

Lululemon Like New is a convenient, no-hassle way to offload used Lululemon gear — especially if you're a regular Lululemon shopper who'll use the gift card. But if you're optimizing for maximum value and have items in great condition, selling on Poshmark or Depop will put significantly more money in your pocket.

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