History:
The original GARYS made its 1966 debut in a converted four-bedroom house located in Brentwood, California. Started by Gary Wasserman, the store sold upscale men's clothing to the area's elite clientele. Dick Braeger, then working as a sales representative for the prominent shoe manufacturer E.E. Taylor & Company, joined Wasserman as a partner in 1969. This pairing brought GARYS customers such fine shoes as Taylor Mades, British Walkers and Cole Haan. By 1984, Braeger bought the business from Wasserman and became sole owner, GARYS had expanded to a company three stores strong: one in downtown Los Angeles, one in Marina Del Rey and one in Newport Beach.
Since those early days in Brentwood, Dick Braeger brought GARYS to the forefront of fashion in the United States by launching such coveted lines as Brioni, Canali, Zanella, Ermenegildo Zegna and Hugo Boss. His stores have pioneered some of the most well know casual-wear lines in the business including Reyn Spooner and Tommy Bahama. In 1999, continuing to pave the road to excellence in retailing.
GARYS NEWPORT:
Located in prestigious Fashion Island since 1978, GARYS has evolved significantly from its humble beginnings in Brentwood. Over the years, five expansions since 1987 have transformed this high-end retailer from a modest 3,500 square feet to an impressive 17,000 square feet. Owner John Braeger & their long-time staff have meticulously curated the store's design to resemble several exclusive brands under one roof, offering customers an exquisite selection of fine clothing, sportswear, furnishings and footwear.
GARYS has built a loyal following and a stellar reputation for carrying some of the most coveted luxury brands in the world. Our collection includes names such as Brunello Cucinelli, Eleventy, Isaia, Canali, and Ermenegildo Zegna. Whether you're seeking sophisticated sportswear, timeless formal attire, or even casual resort wear, GARYS is your destination for unparalleled quality and style.
Launched in March 2019, GARYS partnered with American luxury apparel brand Peter Millar to open its first West Coast location located next to GARYS. The newest Peter Millar boutique offers sophisticated lifestyle apparel and elevated sportswear to dress men of all walks of life – from business execs and men about town to athletes. Apparel available in store includes the brand’s finely crafted sartorial Peter Millar Collection, elevated Crown Sportswear, as well as luxury performance apparel and activewear from the Crown Sport line.
As always, you will find caring and knowledgeable staff, custom tailoring and personalized services that make the shopping experience special.
GARYS Studio:
The concept of the GARYS Studio store located in Del Mar, evolved by demand from the many GARYS customers that made the trip from San Diego to Newport Beach to shop at the renowned flagship store.