5 Member’s Mark Clothing Items That Are a Waste of Money
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Josephine Nesbit
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The Sam’s Club Member’s Mark brand is often praised for offering better quality at warehouse prices, but not every product lives up to the hype. When it comes to clothing, some items fall short in durability, fit or comfort.
According to an expert and reviews, here are some of the worst Member’s Mark clothing items deemed a waste of money.
Men’s Essential Crew Tees
- Price: $6.98
A simple men’s crewneck t-shirt for under $10 is a steal, but Ira Lysa, fashion designer with over 15 years in custom tailoring and founder of Imperial Alterations in Hoboken, New Jersey, pointed out its quality is a miss.
“[They] used to be on par with Eddie Bauer, now the latest wear out quickly and have poor fit,” Lysa wrote in an email.
Women’s Everyday High-Rise Ankle Leggings
- Price: $9.98
These women’s high-rise leggings have a good rating on Sam’s Club’s website, but nearly 200 shoppers gave them three stars or under. According to recent reviews, the new updated style runs small, is thin and slides down while walking and working out.
Women’s Favorite Soft Jogger
- Price: $9.96
The Member’s Mark women’s soft joggers have received positive reviews overall, and users say they’re soft and comfortable. However, recent reviewers complain they’re too short, and lighter colors are see-through. These might be a better fit for those with shorter legs, and darker colors are the safer bet.
Men’s General T-Shirts
- Price: $16.98
According to Lysa, the XXL and XXXL sizes in the men’s six-pack of basic undershirts are small and inconsistent from supplier to supplier. “When they get misshapen after a couple washes, or your 2XL fits like a tight Large, this is not just a sizing error, it’s the result of bad fabric choices and lack of factory oversight,” she noted.
Women’s 2-Pack Bike Shorts
- Price: $14.98
Although this wardrobe stable had some decent reviews, some shoppers commented they’re very thin. On the Sam’s Club website, shoppers wrote that these women’s bike shorts are nice and comfortable, but they’re see-through and don’t hold up very well over time. Others commented that they may be better as pajamas.
Disclaimer: Prices and availability accurate as of July 15, 2025 and subject to change.
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