Mark Bumgarner Redefines Glamour with His Debut Showcase in LA Fashion Week

1. Can you give us an overview of the concept or theme behind your collection? What was your creative vision and how is it connected to your design ethos?

Each collection we create is an interpretation or enhancement of the brand's aesthetic. In my latest show, I presented a Terno collection with enlarged floral designs, and this theme continues into the current collection. We introduce new techniques while staying rooted in the brand's core DNA.

2. Are there any particular influences that shaped your collection? How did they inspire your work?

Knowing that I would be showcasing in LA for the first time, i tailored the collection to feature more red carpet-worthy looks.

3. What are the main design elements in your collection? Are there any specific fabrics, materials, motifs, silhouettes, or colors that defined your collection?

The collection starts with soft colors like blush, chartreuse, and dusty blue, and then shifts to black and white. Creating the color palette took some trial and error, but I like trying new colors like chartreuse, and I'm happy with how it turned out.

4. What methods or crafting techniques did you use to construct your pieces? How long did it take to complete this collection? 

We are known for our draping and construction, so this is a natural evolution of our expertise in those areas.

5. What specific message do you wish to convey through this collection? How did you want the audience to feel after watching the show?

As it was my debut showcase in LA, we aimed to present something lively and innovative, all while highlighting our craftsmanship from The Philippines.

6. Can you share any fun fact or unknown trivia about any of your pieces?

7. Pia Wurtzbach flew all the way to America just to do the finale walk for your show. Can you tell us more about the particular dress she wore and why you chose her to wear it? 

Pia flew in directly from Fashion Week and we were actually working on her dress while she was there and was only able to fit her gown the day before the show. Our goal was to make her look snatched and I think we accomplished that.

8. Lastly, how did it feel to represent the Philippines in Los Angeles?

I'm happy to have had the opportunity for my first LA show and look forward to doing more in future1. Can you give us an overview of the concept or theme behind your collection? What was your creative vision and how is it connected to your design ethos?

Each collection we create is an interpretation or enhancement of the brand's aesthetic. In my latest show, I presented a Terno collection with enlarged floral designs, and this theme continues into the current collection. We introduce new techniques while staying rooted in the brand's core DNA.

2. Are there any particular influences that shaped your collection? How did they inspire your work?

Knowing that I would be showcasing in LA for the first time, i tailored the collection to feature more red carpet-worthy looks.

3. What are the main design elements in your collection? Are there any specific fabrics, materials, motifs, silhouettes, or colors that defined your collection?

The collection starts with soft colors like blush, chartreuse, and dusty blue, and then shifts to black and white. Creating the color palette took some trial and error, but I like trying new colors like chartreuse, and I'm happy with how it turned out.

4. What methods or crafting techniques did you use to construct your pieces? How long did it take to complete this collection? 

We are known for our draping and construction, so this is a natural evolution of our expertise in those areas.

5. What specific message do you wish to convey through this collection? How did you want the audience to feel after watching the show?

As it was my debut showcase in LA, we aimed to present something lively and innovative, all while highlighting our craftsmanship from The Philippines.

6. Can you share any fun fact or unknown trivia about any of your pieces?

7. Pia Wurtzbach flew all the way to America just to do the finale walk for your show. Can you tell us more about the particular dress she wore and why you chose her to wear it? 

Pia flew in directly from Fashion Week and we were actually working on her dress while she was there and was only able to fit her gown the day before the show. Our goal was to make her look snatched and I think we accomplished that.

8. Lastly, how did it feel to represent the Philippines in Los Angeles?

I'm happy to have had the opportunity for my first LA show and look forward to doing more in future