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Garrett grew up in Kelowna and then lived in Calgary for a decade.
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Aside from working and giving back to community, I ask, what does Garrett do for fun?
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Style Inspiration/Life
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Era of Time that inspires your style: 1960s, Mad Men-style.
Film or TV show that inspires your style or of which you just love the style: .
Favourite local restaurant: .
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Album on current rotation: Grey and Crazy Love by .
Favourite city to visit: .
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Favorite Denim, brand and cut: Levis or American Eagle.
Current go-to clothing Item: Patterned sports jacket or velvet blazer for gala events.
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Reading Material
What do you read Online for style: MenB次元官网网址檚 Journal.
FavE Print magazine: Success, Guitar Aficionado and Boulevard.
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Book currently reading: : 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy by Jon Gordon.
Favourite book of all time: by Barack Obama.
