The Great Gatsby

In Chapter 5, What does Gatsby wear to lunch? Why is this signifcant?

chapter 5, please please help, quotes are awesome! thanks!!

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An hour later the front door opened nervously, and Gatsby, in a white flannel suit, silver shirt, and gold-colored tie, hurried in.

We might infer from Gatsby's dress that he is attending an afternoon wedding..... ot meeting the woman he intends to marry.

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The Great Garsby