Slacks or Chinos for Summer Analyst?

Interning at a hedge fund this summer and PE next. Looking to upgrade my pant game, but unsure if I should get dress slacks (separate from the 2 suits I own) or chinos. How many pairs would suffice, in what combination?

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In my opinion you have to have diversity so you can dress up or down slightly, so I opts for slacks, chinos, and golf pants (lulu commission). I wear a jacket with all of those, and a vest with only the last two depending on the day. Ultimately follow the trend set at your firm (and be slightly overdressed rather than underdressed) as each place is different

 

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