What to Wear to Work When You Can Only Afford to Shop the Sale Rack

If there's one sacred rule in fashion, it's that an inexhaustible spending allowance does not guarantee style. In fact, in many cases, a lack of funds can be a blessing in disguise. Case in point: These ultra-chic office outfits composed primarily of deeply-discounted goodies that you can truly make your own.

The Nautical Navy Suit

1. Helmut Lang Kinetic Jersey Scoop Neck Tank, $63 (was $90); . 2. Topshop Preppy Cropped Jacket, $50 ($96); . 3. J. Crew Factory Invitation Clutch, $38 (was $68); . 4. Alici + Olivia Stretch-Satin Tapered Pants, $137.50 (was $275); . 5. Tibi Bee Mules, $237 (was $395); .

The Artsy Statement Top

1. Zara Combination Printed Top, $22.99 (was $49.90); . 2. H&M Suit Pants Slim Fit, $20 (was $34.95); . 3. Pull&Bear Zip Top Clutch Bag, $29.33; . 4. Topshop Potential Premium Shoes, $70 (was $170); .

The Swooshy Leather Skirt

1. Mango Stretch Top, $23.99 (was $59.99); . 2. L' Autre Chose, $207 (was $230); . 3. DKNY Pleated Midi Skirt, $236.08 (was $141.65); . 4. Topshop Color-Block Strappy Sandals Marques Almeida x Topshop, $80 (was $160); .

The Streamlined Jumpsuit

1. French Connection Emmeline Crepe Jumpsuit, $179.99 (was $298); . 2. Halson Heritage Leather Flap Crossbody Bag, $283 (was $425); . 3. J.Crew Collection Lace-Up Caged Pumps, $245.99 (was $350); .

The Posh A-Line Dress

1. H&M Sleeveless Dress, $30 (was $49.95); . 2. Opening Ceremony Paloma Tech Checkered Clutch, $191.76 ($383.52); . 3. Loeffer Randall Heels, $175 (was $350); .

The Edgy Motorcycle Jacket

1. Mango Mixed Leather Biker Jacket, $94.99 (was $189.99); . 2. Topshop Slim Ribbed Tank Top, $18; . 3. Joe Fresh 5 Pocket Ponte, $29.94 (was $49); . 4. New Look Joleen Soft Chain Shoulder Bag, $42.17; . 5. Nine West Women's Linear Metallic Penny Loafer, $57.67 (was $79); .