Suit or casual for networking lunch?

I got on really well with an banker from a BB at a networking event and we're meeting for lunch tomorrow, I'm really nervous about the formalities of the meeting as opposed to being nervous about what to talk about

He'll obviously be in a suit, probably without a tie and looking quite tired...

What do I wear?! A suit with no tie? Full on suit? Three quarter lengths, my red and black high tops with my 50 cent chain?

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It depends on where the lunch is. Can't go wrong with jacket and tie, but not necessarily full-on suit. Plus, if you see him from far away, you can quickly un-tie if he isn't dressed that way.

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think about it you'll be talking to a banker

when in rome, brother:

morning coat with topper

don't forget the monocle and the sack with the $ sign on it

 

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