my introduction and questions about suits

[bankermonkey]

At the moment im in school majoring in accounting hoping to land a job as an analyst at a BB bank. even though i have some time before i graduate, i figured i would take an early start to better understand how to dress. As im learning and reading this forum i will periodically create threads and ask questions so please bear with me. by the way, any other ibankers here please feel more than welcome to chime in

suit colors

i have heard that you should stick to grey and dark blue suits. i was curious to know why not black? is black too formal for business? is it because its oriented mainly with religious functions like funerals? would a black suit be more for a closing dinner?

is there a difference between charcoal and grey?

are pinstripes frowned upon?

suit cuts

as i plan on buying bespoke suits theres a few things i would like to know -

i read that bespoke suits will not have a belt?

what is lapel pick stitching?

what are ticket pockets?

what are working button holes?

now ive read that lapel pick stitching, ticket pockets and working button holes are "somewhat obvious and too much for a junior banker" , as i dont understand what these are could someone explain and show me pictures. i dont get what the big deal is

 

[pebblegrain]

Originally Posted by bankermonkey

i will periodically create threads and ask questions so please bear with me.

No. Don't start threads. Read more old threads.

The questions you have asked have been answered 20x in threads on the first page alone.

 

[onix]

First rule of SF: Search before you ask. While I am here already, I will give you the answers, but search first.

Originally Posted by bankermonkey

At the moment im in school majoring in accounting hoping to land a job as an analyst at a BB bank. even though i have some time before i graduate, i figured i would take an early start to better understand how to dress. As im learning and reading this forum i will periodically create threads and ask questions so please bear with me. by the way, any other ibankers here please feel more than welcome to chime in suit colors i have heard that you should stick to grey and dark blue suits. i was curious to know why not black? is black too formal for business? is it because its oriented mainly with religious functions like funerals? would a black suit be more for a closing dinner?
black suit = funeral, wedding, or Russian mob

is there a difference between charcoal and grey?

Charcoal is much darker than grey

are pinstripes frowned upon?

In general, it's fine. However, Some few think that pinstripe suit attracts attention, so you shouldn't wear them if you're at the starting position.

suit cuts as i plan on buying bespoke suits theres a few things i would like to know - i read that bespoke suits will not have a belt?

It's bespoke, you make it anyway you want.

what is lapel pick stitching?

silk thread sewn along the lapels, often done by hand -> indication of workmanship.

what are ticket pockets?

A smaller pocket above one normal pocket. (just google image it)

what are working button holes?

At the cuffs of the jacket, many mass produced suit has only buttons sewn in but they don't work at all. Just sit there. Working buttons = you can unbutton them.

now ive read that lapel pick stitching, ticket pockets and working button holes are "somewhat obvious and too much for a junior banker" , as i dont understand what these are could someone explain and show me pictures. i dont get what the big deal is

No they're all details to show workmanship of the suit. Most people don't recognize them anyway.

 

[bankermonkey]

Originally Posted by pebblegrain

No. Don't start threads. Read more old threads.

The questions you have asked have been answered 20x in threads on the first page alone.

X2

someone answer OP's questions

 

[bankermonkey]

thanks onix

 

[ZON_JR]

Best question of the year:

"What are working button holes?"

 

[Trompe le Monde]

arent analysts expected to do research?

 

[ter1413]

Originally Posted by Trompe le Monde

arent analysts expected to do research?

Where I work they are!!!

 

[gdl203]

Originally Posted by onix

First rule of SF: Search before you ask.
Well then don't encourage the lazy behaviour.

 

[onix]

Originally Posted by Trompe le Monde

arent analysts expected to do research?

Not in Wall St., hence ****** situation of the economy.