How to dress for the buy side?

Hey Guys,

I have an internship in a PE shop in NYC this summer. I am starting to buy my wardrobe for this summer, but I am unsure how to dress for the buy side. There are lots of threads regarding what to buy as a SA, but they are all for IBD.

I had 4 interviews at this firm and none of the people that interviewed me were wearing a suit. They only wore shirts without ties. This makes me question what type of shirts should I buy for this summer? If I am not wearing a suit very often (is this standard in PE shops?), wouldn't it be weird to be wearing light blue shirts without a tie or a suit? Should I get shirts with a be more design (i.e lined ?) What exactly should I be buying?

Any guidance would be much appreciated.

Best,

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This topic has been discussed plenty of times and, with a name like yours, it's pretty ironic how you've overlooked those threads (pun intended). Consider taking the safe option: buy soft, plain colours and start by showing up in a suit. If you realize that most people don't wear ties, then keep one in your drawer for when you need it. Otherwise, do what they do.

 
"LebaneseMonkey"

This topic has been discussed plenty of times and, with a name like yours, it's pretty ironic how you've overlooked those threads (pun intended). Consider taking the safe option: buy soft, plain colours and start by showing up in a suit. If you realize that most people don't wear ties, then keep one in your drawer for when you need it. Otherwise, do what they do.

What he said.

 

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