The Ralph Lauren Sale Section Is Our Go-to for Summer Style

If you're in the market for timeless classics that will be in your closet for decades to come, we can't think of a better place to shop than Ralph Lauren. While America's heritage brand isn't afraid to take big swings, its core offerings focus on well-made, quality pieces designed to be your go-tos for work, rooftop happy hours, and all of those damn weddings you're getting invited to.

The brand's wardrobe staples are a step up in price point from mall mainstays like J. Crew or Banana Republic, and they tend to be a bit more refined. But if shelling out for a new Ralph Lauren purchase feels like too much for you right now, all good. The store's sale section is currently stacked with beloved classics—including the perfect button-down and that iconic polo shirt—at up to 40 percent off. We've rounded up the best finds below.

The polo shirt is synonymous with Ralph Lauren for a reason—and right now a handful of styles are going for under $100. You can go with a safe color, but if you already have some in your wardrobe, consider a worn-in indigo one or a long-sleeved polo for chilly summer nights. Either way, it's a versatile piece that every self-respecting man needs in his wardrobe, because sometimes the simple black or white tee just doesn't cut it (especially when you need a collar to look extra sharp).

There's just something about a simple, no-fuss button-down shirt adorned with the iconic Polo pony that can never be replicated. This is the logo for the non-logo-obsessed, and it's featured on a majority of Ralph Lauren's button-downs—including its beloved oxford, which is on sale and works for most occasions outside of a formal wedding. If oxfords aren't your thing, check out the stripes, gingham, and madras options, now at over 40 percent off.

Ralph Lauren might not be the first brand you think of when considering a new pair of jeans, but it should be. Yes, you can get pretty much any classic denim look here, but the brand also offers up some of the most inventive, left-of-center styles of jeans to catch your eye. Case in point: a really awesome distressed patchwork pair that's $58 off right now and a couple of Army-green selections that we're kind of obsessed with.

There's a high likelihood that you already own plenty of simple tees, but the Ralph Lauren sale section offers the perfect opportunity to add a couple higher-end ones to the mix. Push your boundaries with a striped tee or a distressed Henley, or stick to simplicity with off-white and navy options. Turns out, this brand does laid-back basics just as well as prep ... and at up to 25 percent off, no less.

Ralph Lauren is a gold mine when it comes to sweaters. There's no shame in playing it safe with a cream or navy moment, but maybe change up the style with a lightweight V-neck or cotton cardigan, which are both on sale for just $90 and $100, respectively. The brand's iconic American-flag sweater is also $70 off right now; consider your evening Fourth of July outfit sorted.