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Lululemon yoga wear is, in a word, amazing. Yoga devotees have extolled the virtues and fit of this line for years.

The shop itself is a metaphor for yoga — progressive designs that are constantly re-evaluated and improved, orderly organization of clothing that flows nicely with serene elements such as a trickling wall fountain and a stone-lined water basin. A wall-mounted flat-screen TV shows healthy, smiling yogis and yoginis perfecting their asanas in exotic, tropical locales.

But back to the cute clothes, every pant, top, jacket and hoodie is thoughtfully constructed, down to the tiniest detail. Most are made of Luon (a patented moisture-wicking fabric), every seam is flat stitched so rough edges don't chafe, fabrics are preshrunk, hidden pockets in pants and jackets accommodate keys and cash, jackets have two-way zippers, the logo is reflective, and longer sleeves on jackets can cover hands in the cold. "We’re huge on functional wear with detail," says store owner Nikki Bertelli, showing me a detachable hair tie on the zipper.

Even without the help of the enthusiastic and congenial staff, it's easy to find things that fit here. Bra tops and workout tops are organized from the least to most supportive, and the pant wall ranges from tightest fit to loosest fit. Most pieces are solid and colorful and can easily be mixed and matched. If you see a color you like, nab it. They change about every 21 days to keep things fresh. The selection for men is smaller and more basic, but has all the clever features as the women's clothing. Men's carryall pants are water-resistant and have pockets everywhere.

Prices are reasonable for the excellent quality: Bra tops are about $32, tops are $44-$48, hoodies are $76, and pants go up to $92. The store also offers free hemming services.

By Kathy Schultz
NWsource shopping columnist