The Lululemon Align High-Rise Short 6" is the shorts version of the buttery-soft Align legging. It lists at about $64, comes in sizes 0 to 20 and has one hidden waistband pocket that holds a card or key. It is made for yoga and low-impact workouts, so it is not a running short. It is soft, simple and a good starting point if you like the Align feel. This review sticks to what Lululemon's page and its reviewers say, and we have not worn it. Here is how it compares.
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Lululemon Align Short 6" Review (2026)
3.5/5
our rating
our rating
$64Full price on Lululemon’s site, checked Oct 7, 2026
Best for: Yoga, Pilates and lounge wearers.
Skip it if: You run or lift heavy.
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What we like
- Buttery Nulu fabric
- Sizes 0 to 20
- One hidden waistband pocket (card/key)
- Several inseams in the line
Watch out for
- Low support for running
- Pocket only holds a card or key
- Nulu can show wear
On this page
Fit and sizing
Lululemon lists 11 sizes from 0 to 20, which includes plus sizing. The title gives a 6 inch length, and the line also includes 2, 4 and 8 inch versions. The page shows nine colors. If you are between sizes, the shorts finder can help; our Lululemon brand page has return details.
Fabric and feel
The fabric is Nulu: 81% nylon and 19% Lycra elastane. Lululemon calls it buttery soft and weightless, with four-way stretch, sweat-wicking and breathable properties. Lululemon's pitch is a bare, weightless feel.
How it performs for yoga and everyday
Lululemon designed it for yoga and low-impact workouts. The hidden waistband pocket is small and will not hold a phone. There is no liner listed. For training, it is more of a studio and lounge short. For runs, see the Lululemon Hotty Hot or our best workout shorts for women.
Price and value
At $64 it is a little cheaper than other Lululemon shorts. The No Line version costs $68 on the category page. For softness, it is hard to beat at the price, but you pay for the name compared with the Beyond Yoga Keep Pace at its sale price.
Alternatives
For a firmer sculpting feel, see the Alo Airbrush Biker. For a compressive plus-size option, the Girlfriend Collective Bike Short. Our Align leggings pair with it.
Who should skip it
Skip it if you want pockets, high support or a run-ready liner. Also skip it if you expect a firmer, compressive feel, since Lululemon pitches this one as buttery soft for yoga and low-impact workouts.
Specs
| For | Women |
|---|---|
| Sizes | 0–20 |
| Extended fits | Plus sizes |
| Fabric | 81% nylon, 19% Lycra elastane (Nulu) |
| Inseam options | 2″, 4″, 6″, 8″ |
| Liner | None |
| Pockets | None |
| Fit | Slim |
| Fabric feel | Stretch knit |
| Waistband | Elastic |
| Colors | 9 at time of checking |
| Good for | Yoga, Pilates, Lounging, Everyday wear |
The verdict
A soft, simple yoga short in a broad size range, and one of the cheaper Lululemon shorts. The tiny pocket and low support limit it to low-impact use. Pick it for comfort and layering, not for running or lifting heavy.
Alternatives to consider
Girlfriend Collective High-Rise Bike Short3.8/5 · $68Girlfriend Collective High-Rise Run Short3.8/5 · $68Beyond Yoga Spacedye Keep Pace 5" Short3.8/5 · $68
Frequently asked questions
What is the Align short made of?
81% nylon and 19% Lycra elastane (Nulu), per Lululemon.
Does it have a pocket?
One hidden waistband pocket that fits a card or key.
What sizes does it come in?
0 to 20.
What inseams exist in the Align short line?
The category page showed 2, 4, 6 and 8 inch versions.
Sources and last checked · Oct 7, 2026
Notes: Other Align short inseams 2", 4", 8" seen on category page; No Line version $68. Nine colors on page (selected + 8 swatches). Ratings estimated.
- shop.lululemon.com/p/align-short-6/r1zquz9im1
- shop.lululemon.com/c/women-yoga-shorts/n11ybtz2ufqzpofs
Specs and prices come from the sources above and change often; ratings are our editorial estimates, not lab tests. Spot something out of date? Tell us.