From October 2024
Up-and-comer in the commercial real estate industry Garrison Efird, who helped structure the largest single tenant lease executed in North America in 2023 at nearly 3 million square feet, specializes in national office and industrial tenant advisory. In the community, he serves on various boards including the Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.
For D CEO‘s October 2024 issue, he took us inside his wardrobe to share what inspires his fashion. Here’s what he had to say:
What I Do
“I’m a managing director for the commercial real estate firm Newmark. My practice group negotiates office and industrial leases on behalf of companies and partners with those occupiers to better optimize their real estate footprint, workplace strategy, and site selection.”
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“Ralph Lauren hasn’t missed in 50 years.”
On the Job
“I live by this mantra: If you are going to win business, you better look like you have the business. Professional dress has changed profoundly over the past 10 years, particularly around the C-suite in tech. I know guys worth nine figures who wear white sneakers and jeans to a board meeting. Clichés have a knack for having some truth to them—dress to your audience.”
Fashion Inspiration
“The Rake is an anchor. Think Isaia, Kiton, Brunello. I grew up on the East Coast, so I guess that’s an excuse to have attention to detail. Luca Faloni, Pini Parma, and Aurélien have taken off. Faherty is great for the weekends.”
Style Defined
“I would describe my style as constantly sartorial. Oliver Stone’s Gordon Gekko will always be an icon. Monochromatic is always another easy go-to.”
Fashion Essential
“I never leave home without a timepiece. I always keep a lint roller on me.”
Go-To-Look
“I prefer suits, although some say the tie died after the pandemic. Stefano Ricci would say otherwise.”
How I Accessorize
“Less is more, but spend the money on nice shoes.”
Favorite Stores
“My go-to spot is Hadleigh’s. However, anyone who pretends anything is wrong with a good thrift find shouldn’t be trusted.”
