The internet is buzzing over a new fashion staple—and no, it’s not that viral dress from 2015. This time, the spotlight is on Lululemon’s new 2-in-1 Maxi Dress, a sleek and simple athleisure piece that doubles as an ankle-length maxi skirt or a strapless dress. Priced at nearly $150, the multi-functional garment has sparked a wave of mixed reactions online. While some praise its style and versatility—so much so that it’s sold out in every size except extra large—others feel the hype is overblown. Curious what the buzz is all about? Here’s a look at what people are saying about Lululemon’s trending 2-in-1 dress.
As of June 3, Lululemon’s 2-in-1 Maxi Dress was completely sold out in every size and color—except for Light Ivory in extra large. Shoppers eager to snag the versatile piece can sign up for restock alerts on the Lululemon website.
The buzz around the dress has been amplified by social media, especially on TikTok. In one video with over 83,000 views, content creator Chantalissa raves about the dress, encouraging followers to check it out for themselves.
“It takes a lot for me to buy something that I see on TikTok, but the second I saw this 2-in-1 dress from Lululemon, I literally went to the store instantly and tried it on,” she says in her video. “I actually feel like a princess in it. It’s so beautiful, so flowy. I’m obsessed.”
Not everyone is sold on the hype. Another creator, Dasie, questioned the enthusiasm, pointing to the dress’s steep price tag and minimal design.
“Is this just for the label? Who walks into Lululemon and they’re like, ‘Oh my gosh, that’s the cutest summer dress I’ve ever seen?'” Dasie asked in her TikTok, which had around 4,800 views as of June 3. “I’m not trying to be mean. No hate. You could walk into Walmart and get a cuter dress than that.”
Lululemon’s 2-in-1 Maxi Dress has sparked a fresh wave of internet debate—not just over its style or price, but over its status as a so-called “thneed.” On social media, the term “thneed” has come to describe garments that are multi-functional and versatile, a nod to the iconic all-purpose item from Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax. In the book and film, the thneed is a quirky, all-in-one creation made from the soft tufts of Truffula Trees—something everyone supposedly needs, as it can serve as a shirt, sock, hat, glove, pillow, or even a carpet.
But in addition to its versatility, a true “thneed” is also inexpensive and sustainably made—qualities that the $150 Lululemon dress may not fully embody.
While many TikTok users have embraced the idea that Lululemon’s viral dress qualifies as a modern-day thneed, not everyone agrees. One voice of dissent is TikTok creator Rachael, also known as “the Thneed Girl,” who’s become known for identifying true thneeds online. In her view, the Lululemon dress doesn’t quite make the cut.
“It’s multifunctional, sure,” Rachael notes in her post. “But it’s far from affordable, and let’s not pretend Lululemon is harvesting Truffula Trees.”
While some fans argue that Lululemon’s 2-in-1 Maxi Dress fits the definition of a modern-day “thneed,” TikTok creator Rachael—widely known as “the Thneed Girl”—strongly disagrees. In a video addressing the viral debate, she breaks down why the dress doesn’t meet true thneed standards.
“The garment really isn’t transforming at all,” she explains. “It’s just going from being worn down at the hip to up at like the chest. It’s really not transforming like a thneed really needs to do.”
Rachael makes it clear she’s not critiquing the dress itself—or even the company behind it—but rather challenging its classification.
“You can love this dress. You can hate this dress. You can make whatever arguments you want about the ethics of this dress, Lululemon as a company, I really don’t care,” she adds. “But it’s not a thneed.”
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