AllThatsFab.com loves showcasing creative, driven, and inspiring young men. Our latest edition to the Fab Men is fashion designer Marc Clark, and he embodies all three of those traits. The rising accessories and apparel designer has been seen all over the NYC fashion scene. His infamous bow tie brooch has been worn by songstress Estelle, ANTM's Jaslene Gonzalez, etc. Marc Clark is a man that letting folks know, "Fu*k what people think, be yourself and put your style on cruise on control and let your fashion evolve".

Check out why Marc Clark is our latest Fab Man...

Name: Marc Clark

Age: 23

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Zodiac Sign: Pieces

• ATF: So let’s get this started man.
• Marc Clark: Yeah I’m ready.
• ATF: What inspires you to do what you do?
• MC: Creativity, and my deep desire to be innovative.  Since as long as I can remember I have always had a love for art and was inspired by beautiful things (laughs), In fact I have a weakness for beautiful things. This appreciation for art and beauty has fueled my passion for designing fashion.
• ATF: Another thing that must inspire you has to be other people in fashion. So who are some of your fashion icons?

• MC: There are a few individuals in the world of fashion that can be considered Icons, however the ones that have inspired me the most will be honored in my inaugural launch of Fashion Icon t-shirts as part of my fall/winter 09' Collection.  This season I am honoring Anna Wintour, Grace Jones, Andre Leon Tally, and Valentino.

 
• ATF: Those are some big role models mister.
• MC: Yeah I was really inspired by those innovative people.
• ATF: So how did you come up with these bow ties?
• MC: "It was all a dream!" (laughs) It was actually inspired by a very vivid dream I had where recoding artist Lady Gaga was wearing a bowtie that I created.  I have always been a big fan of bowties, but never before designed one. I thought it a very novel and classic fashion piece, so I took some canvas and designed my first prototype bowtie. I played with the design for a quite a while until I perfected it, and turned it into what you see today.

• ATF: Cool. I know you did not just pick up a pencil and start sketching, what is some of your background in fashion?
• MC: Prior to launching Marc C. in April 2009, I was a co-creator and Director of Marketing / Relations for a boutique clothing company with designs in over 50+ stores nationwide.  Prior to that, while attending college, I was the director of numerous fashion shows in Universities throughout the Maryland Metropolitan area, and Creative Director of a non-profit organization called, Teen's Count, which held an annual High School Fashion battle show sponsored by local radio stations and national television networks.
• ATF: You aren’t new to the game at all (laughs). Speaking of your collection, tell us three people you would love to rock your designs?
• MC: That's a hard question, because I want everyone with style and sophistication to rock my designs. Three people who stand out to me who I see rocking my designs are Marc Jacobs, Rihanna, and Lady Gaga, because they have impeccable fashion, and a great sense of style!

 
• ATF: Success, Love, or Money if you had to choose one, which would it be?
• MC: In the words of Lady Gaga "That's a ridicules question; I would rather cut my leg off than choose!" I choose Success, Love and Money, because all three contribute to keeping me happy, which fuels my inspiration as a designer.
• ATF: Good answer man, we love Lady Gaga at AllThatsFab.com. So how would you define FASHION?
• MC: Fashion to me is about innovation, about wearing your personality on the outside.  Not being afraid, display character and takes risks. Fuck what people think, be yourself and put your style on cruise on control and let your fashion evolve.
• ATF: That phrase needs to sold and placed on your next t-shirt.
• MC: Maybe it will you never know (laughs)
• ATF: What made you want to live in NYC?
• MC: NYC is the home of my passion.  As cliché as it sounds NYC is the fashion Capital of the World, and this is where I need to be at this point in my career.
• ATF: You have describe what fashion is to you, now describe your personal style in 4 Words...
• MC: Exclusive, Confident, Risky and Masculine
• ATF: What is your favorite thing about your line?
• MC: I love the fact that its is daring. It's the embodiment of dreams of hard work and perseverance.  It’s like my first child being born.  I have nurtured it cared for it and now it will see the world for the first time.

 
• ATF: I noticed one of our past Fab Men , Chavis Aaron, was a model for your bow tie campaign, what was special about Chavis Aaron, How does he embody your vision?
• MC: Chavis Aaron is just one of many models I work with.  He has a unique look, which is the signature statement of my fashion line, and the reason why he is the male face of the Marc C. Fall/Winter 09' Collection.

• ATF: Cool Cool, so what designers do you respect?
• MC: Raf Simons, Martin Margiela, Marc Jacobs, Karl Lagerfeld, Betsey Johnson, and Jeremy Scott.

• ATF: Now how did you get the fashion maven Estelle to rock piece from your collection?
• MC: Estelle is an amazingly artistic individual, who took a liking to the Marc C.  Bowtie Brooch. It was a refreshing feeling seeing her rocking my design.
ATF: Estelle is so unique and original, any designer should be happy to see her in their stuff. Do you like designing for women or men better?
• MC: I do not have a preference; I have created a unisex line of bow tie brooches.  I design fashion forward designs for everyone, so if it appeals to a guy or a girl, I'm flattered at the end of the day.
• ATF: Where does your creativity come from?
• MC: My creativity is innate. I was born with it. It’s driven by the things I see around me. I find something unique in everything from an ant on the ground to a model on the runway.

Favorite Things:

• Favorite NYC club: I'm not really a club guy. You'll typically catch me an event, lounge, and small gathering with friends.
• Favorite NYC eatery: I fucking love Sea in Williamsburg Brooklyn. If you have never been there, I strongly suggest you check it out.
• Favorite NYC designers: Marc C. Duh! (Laughs)
• Favorite Blogs: AllThatsFab of course, and Stuff Fly People Like
• Favorite Piece in your line: Everything is my Favorite! Considering I narrowed down my designs from 25 to the final 14 designs, I consider all them my favorite. They all have a special meaning to me.
• Favorite thing to do besides design: Outside of designing I love to travel with my rock star Jack Russell Terrier Tre. We are very adventurous. If you see us in the park, don't be afraid to speak!

More Info on Marc Clark:

Website: MarkClark.com

Twitter: @TheRealMarcC

Interview Conducted by Ian Jarrell

Photos Courtesy of Steven Duarte