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"When you go onstage you have to treat it like a slightly formal occasion," says James Mercer, leader of the band that, famously, could change your life. "It's cool to take an old-school approach, to look presentable."

From left, Dave's suit ($350) is REPORT COLLECTION, his shirt ($135) is ORIGINAL PENGUIN BLACK LABEL, his pocket square ($60) is ROBERT TALBOTT, and his sneakers ($42) are CONVERSE. Marty's suit ($895) is HUGO, his shirt ($68) is FRENCH CONNECTION, and his pocket square ($60) is ROBERT TALBOTT. James's blazer ($428), vest ($298) and pants ($248) are MARC BY MARC JACOBS, his shirt ($79) and tie ($40) are ORIGINAL PENGUIN, his pocket square ($60) is ROBERT TALBOTT, and his sneakers ($110) are PF FLYERS. Jesse's jacket ($295) and pants ($110) are ORIGINAL PENGUIN, and his shirt ($78) is REPORT COLLECTION. Eric's blazer ($675) and pants ($275) are GANT LIMITED EDITION, his sweatshirt ($41) is AMERICAN APPAREL, his shirt ($115) is MODERN AMUSEMENT, his pocket square ($60) is ROBERT TALBOTT, and his shoes ($295) are GORDON RUSH.