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As the month draws the curtain on peak heat and extended daylight, we slowly reshuffle our wardrobe to accommodate for impending weather and mood changes.

So, together with Lululemon, we compiled a safe-bet rotation of late summer staples that'll effortlessly accompany you into crisper fall temperatures – and then some – as well.

With everything from relaxed cargos to lounge-y quarter zips, find below our list of refined, between-season basics, for work, staycation, and coolly humid morning runs alike.

Seasons Change: Late Summer Staples to Carry Into Fall

Polo Shirt

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LululemonClassic-Fit Pique Short-Sleeve Polo Shirt
$88
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A good, slightly slouchy polo covers the middle ground between comfy-casual and put-together, easily dressed up or down, as flexible as September weather forecasts.

Linerless Short

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LululemonLicense to Train Linerless Shorts
$88
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This year has been the year of short shorts, no doubt about it. This airy, 5 inch pair'll have you run an evening 10k, Saturday errands or both.

Long Sleeve Button-Down

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LululemonCommission Long Sleeve Shirt
$118
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With its denim-like look, this shirt, too, connects the formal with something more easygoing.

Relaxed Cargo

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LululemonStretch Cotton VersaTwill Relaxed-Fit Cargo Pant
$148
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Made from Lululemon's trademark VersaTwill fabric, these cargos are as stylish as they are functional – stretchy, moisture-absorbent, quick-drying.

Half-Zip Sweatshirt

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LululemonSteady State Half Zip
$128
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We're on the cusp of that time of year when we grab a sweater or hoodie to tie around our waist or torso, to pull over once the sun sets. Why not make this that item?

Pull-On Pant

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LululemonABC Light Utilitech Pull-On Pant
$98
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Equally as simple to slip into are these pull-on pants. Even though they disguise well as a more office-appropriate chino, they offer the laid-back, feel-good fit of sweatpants.

Down Vest

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LululemonNavigation Down Vest
$168
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Too warm still to be sporting a full coat, too chilly to be rocking just a tee? This sporty down vest fills the gap perfectly – an ultimate transitwear piece.

Running Pant

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LululemonFast and Free Running Pant
$148
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Of course a brand famous for Yoga pants would have expertise in active wear – and practical apparel altogether. If you were in doubt, you should no longer be.

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