Best Lightweight Lululemon Outfits to Beat the Heat

Summer is simultaneously the best and the worst season. The long daylight hours and juicy peaches are amazing, but the warm weather can often take a painfully hot turn. Instead of letting high temperatures trap me inside, I’ve found the best way to combat the heat is with lightweight clothes that wick moisture and allow air to circulate. And after decades of wearing Lululemon, I can confidently report that I’ve yet to wear another brand that strikes this balance so well. Between a breathable Swiftly Tech shirt, a stylish but cool Align dress and a quick-drying running hat that accommodates my high ponytail, Lululemon has everything you and I could possibly need to get through a hot summer’s day. Read on to shop a few of my favorite pieces, starting at $38.

Best Lightweight Lululemon Outfits 

Swiftly High-Low Cropped Tank Top

Breathability is the name of the game with this moisture-wicking tank top. Since the last thing I want to do when it’s extremely hot outside is wear tight-fitting clothes, I typically throw on a much older version of this shirt. I love that it’s flowy and slightly cropped; the former being better for air circulation and the latter simply because I like the look. While it’s available in nine colors online, lavender frost and black are nearly $20 less than usual right now.     

High-Rise Pleated Tennis Skirt

I play a lot of tennis, so I was naturally pretty excited when tennis skirts became trendy again. While I haven’t had a chance to acquire this high-rise beauty for myself yet, hundreds of Lululemon shoppers swear by its fit, fabric and look. In fact, one reviewer adored it so much, they wrote that it’s “literally perfect for all occasions.” While they wear theirs “casually while traveling, shopping and playing sports,” you can wear yours for lounging, errands and the like.  

Women’s Fast and Free Ponytail Running Hat 

My mom made sure I understood the importance of sun protection from a young age. She would douse me in sunscreen, plop a hat on my head and demand I sit in the shade to keep from getting sunburned. Old habits die hard, I guess, so now I rarely start an outdoor run without Lululemon’s Fast and Free hat on my head. While I love its sweat-wicking and quick-drying fabric, it’s the wide opening in the back that makes it my go-to pick since it can accommodate my high ponytail.   

Align Dress 

Lululemon’s popular Align dress has 800 five-star ratings online and a comment section that reads like a love letter. One shopper called it the “best outfit for any type of workout” while another dubbed it a “super flattering” outfit for pickleball. Additional reviews highlight its buttery soft feel, sweat-wicking Nulu fabric and built-in shorts, which slide down so you don’t have to take off the entire dress to go to the bathroom. Whether you’re running errands, grabbing brunch or heading to yoga, this lightweight dress will keep you cool.   

Shake It Out High-Rise Running Short 

These sweat-wicking shorts are flowy and functional. There’s a built-in liner for extra coverage as you walk or run, a layered hem for style and a drawcord fit for security. What’s more, the shorts dry quickly, so you can finish a sweaty workout in the morning and run errands comfortably by the afternoon.     

Swiftly Tech Short-Sleeve Shirt 2.0, Waist Length 

I like to cover my shoulders when I’m outside for hours at a time. The Swiftly Tech Short-Sleeve Shirt is the perfect solution to the problem of covering up while staying cool. In addition to its mesh detailing, the lightweight fabric hits just above my waist for optimal comfort and a cute look. (P.S. When the weather gets colder, I practically live in the long-sleeve version of the same shirt.)  

Breathable Lightweight Training Jacket 

Or, if you’re like my mom, who keeps everything out of the sun no matter what temperature it is outside, this jacket is for you. Not only is it breathable and lightweight, but it’s also water-repellent if rain showers are on the horizon. One Lululemon shopper called it their “favorite jacket for the summer,” writing that it’s “very light” and “so easy to bring everywhere.” 

Shop More Lululemon Clothing for Summer

Hotty Hot Running Romper, Lace Trim 

Like a Cloud Ribbed Longline Bra 

WovenAir Cinchable Cuff High-Rise Jogger 

Align High-Rise Short 

Align High-Neck Tank Top