Newb Question - Formality of contrasting sportcoat/blazer and pants for interview?

Hello - Tomorrow I have a 3rd round interview for analyst position at a small private equity firm in a city about 8 hours away from my current residence. I am crashing on my friend's couch tonight.

Long story short, like an idiot I forgot my suit jacket, but do have my pants (navy). My friend is the same size jacket as me, and has a really nice grey blazer/sportcoat that actually pairs nicely with my navy pants. I am thinking with a white shirt and navy tie, this is a really good outfit.

My question is: is this unprofessional for a 3rd round interview? I'll be meeting with one of their founding partners. Again, this is for a small private equity firm (about 15 people), I have already had two interviews in their office and have not seen a single person with a suit/tie (they all wear jeans, chinos, polos, button downs, etc.).

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It will only be an issue if you make it an issue. Rock it and make believe it was intentional. Not like you have many other choices.

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