Why I paid nearly half for my Lululemon 2026 Gradient wristlet by shipping from the US

My obsession with the 2026 Gradient Series

I have been keeping a close eye on the Spring 2026 accessory drops, and nothing caught my eye quite like the Lululemon Dual Pouch Wristlet in the new 'Iridescent Gradient' colorway. It is a stunning blend of shimmering purples and greens that seems to change color depending on the light. The catch? It is a North American exclusive. While I saw a few listings for it in Europe, the prices were astronomical, often double what my friends in the US were paying.

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As someone living in Belgium, I am used to waiting months for new releases, but I decided I didn't want to wait this time. I wanted to see if I could get this specific 2026 series item directly from a US store and save some money in the process.

The price gap between the US and Belgium

I started by comparing the numbers. In the US, the wristlet retails for a very reasonable price, especially when compared to the resale market in the EU. Even with international transport, the difference was significant enough that I felt compelled to try a freight forwarder. I realized that by using a tax-free us address, I could skip the US sales tax entirely, making the deal even sweeter.

How I used a tax-free US address to shop

My first step was to set up an account with comGateway. They provided me with a dedicated address in a tax-free state. I then went to the Lululemon US site to place my order. However, I quickly ran into a problem that many international shoppers face: the checkout system was being picky about my Belgian credit card.

I checked the FAQ and the support center to see if there was a workaround for this specific retailer. That is when I discovered the perfect solution for stores that are difficult about international payments.

Overcoming store blocks with BuyForMe

I learned that many US stores, including big names like Lululemon, Nike, or Sephora, often block international credit cards or automatically decline orders that they suspect are going to a shipping hub. This is where I found the BuyForMe service to be a lifesaver. Instead of me struggling with the checkout, I simply told comGateway what I wanted.

Through their proxy shopping service, they bought the Iridescent Gradient wristlet on my behalf using a US domestic payment method. The biggest benefit was the peace of mind; it is the safest way to guarantee an order doesn't get cancelled by a sensitive merchant system. We often forget that having a US address is only half the battle; having a US-based buyer is the other half.

Shipping logistics for the Lululemon Dual Pouch Wristlet

Before I finalized everything, I wanted to estimate shipping cost to ensure I was still getting a good deal. I used the shipping calculator to get a rough idea of what the journey to Belgium would cost me.

My shipping estimates for Belgium

Based on the 2026 Gradient Series packaging, here is what I found for the logistics profile of this item:

Because the item is so light, I found it was actually cheaper to bundle it with a few other small items I wanted from the US. This allowed me to maximize the base shipping rate.

Navigating import duties and Belgian taxes

One thing I always tell my friends in Brussels is to remember the import duties and customs tax. In Belgium, we have to account for VAT on items coming from outside the EU. Even with the Belgian 21% VAT, the total cost was still much lower than the 2026 "boutique" prices I was seeing locally for imported US exclusives. By being smart about the declared value and using a reliable service, I managed to get my wristlet delivered right to my door without any unexpected surprises.

I am thrilled with how the Iridescent Gradient looks in person. It was definitely worth the extra few steps to shop us store directly rather than settling for what was available locally.