As someone who’s worked with yoga apparel factories and OEM brands, I’ve often been asked:
“Where does Lululemon actually make its clothes?”
While it’s a Canadian brand, its production network is global — designed for scale, sustainability, and performance.
In this article, I’ll break down where Lululemon manufactures, why it chooses those regions, and what it means for sustainability.
Lululemon’s clothes are mainly made in Vietnam, China, and Sri Lanka,
with additional production in Cambodia, Bangladesh, and Indonesia.
While the brand is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, over 90% of its products are made overseas by certified, independent manufacturers.
Lululemon doesn’t own its factories — it partners with elite suppliers that meet strict social, ethical, and environmental standards.
Here’s a breakdown of the countries where Lululemon manufactures its apparel:
| Country | Type of Products | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | Leggings, sports bras | High quality, skilled labor |
| 🇨🇳 China | Tops, yoga tanks, accessories | Technical expertise |
| 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | Sportswear, seamless garments | Ethical labor focus |
| 🇰🇭 Cambodia | Shorts, lightweight gear | Cost efficiency |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Basic apparel | Large-scale production |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | Swimwear, performance wear | Sustainable practices emerging |
These factories are selected for specific technical capabilities, not just low cost.
While Lululemon was founded in Vancouver, producing locally would mean higher costs and limited scalability.
Here’s why offshore production makes sense for them:
Lululemon focuses on “design in Canada, production where expertise lives.”
Lululemon works with about 80 independent suppliers worldwide, all of which must meet their Vendor Code of Ethics.
| Region | Major Partners | Specialization |
|---|---|---|
| Asia | MAS Holdings, Eclat, Tainan Enterprises | High-performance wear |
| North America | Delta Apparel (US) | Small batch technical items |
| Europe | Limited sourcing | Fabric innovation partnerships |
Each partner undergoes annual social compliance audits and environmental impact reviews.
Lululemon enforces strict sustainability policies to reduce its footprint:
| Category | Practice | Certification/Goal |
|---|---|---|
| Labor | Fair wages, safe working conditions | SA8000, WRAP |
| Environment | Carbon & water reduction targets | “Be Planet Positive” initiative |
| Materials | Recycled polyester, organic cotton | GRS, Bluesign® |
| Transparency | Public supplier list | Updated annually on website |
They also aim to make 75% of products from sustainable materials by 2030.
| Brand | Origin | Manufacturing Base | Sustainability Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lululemon | Canada | Vietnam, China, Sri Lanka | High |
| Nike | USA | China, Indonesia, Vietnam | Moderate |
| Alo Yoga | USA | China, Vietnam | Moderate |
| FuKi Yoga | China | In-house OEM/ODM, eco fabrics | High |
💡 Insight:
Unlike many brands that simply “outsource,” Lululemon invests in training programs and traceability audits, keeping ethical standards consistent across all suppliers.
Q1: Are all Lululemon products made in Asia?
Mostly yes, but certain technical lines and limited collections are assembled in North America.
Q2: Is Lululemon’s overseas production ethical?
Yes. The brand partners with certified factories under its Vendor Code of Ethics, ensuring safe and fair labor.
Q3: Does Lululemon own any of its factories?
No. It relies on trusted third-party suppliers that meet its quality and compliance standards.
At FuKi Yoga, we share the same manufacturing values as global brands like Lululemon.
Our OEM & ODM services focus on eco-friendly, transparent production for yoga and activewear brands worldwide.
We offer:
Whether you’re launching your own yoga line or scaling production,
FuKi Yoga helps you manufacture responsibly — balancing quality, sustainability, and transparency.
👉 Visit fukiyoga.com to explore our sustainable manufacturing services.