glossy red ultra low-rise faux-leather shorts by BUM STUDIO

BUM STUDIO Brand Guide: What They Make and How to Wear It

What is BUM STUDIO? BUM STUDIO is a womenswear label known for low-rise bottoms, fitted tanks and dark, body-conscious dresses. It's one of the labels we picked for ashsurge because it fills a darker, more feminine Y2K lane than our louder punk denim edits. This guide covers what BUM STUDIO makes, which pieces we'd buy first and how to wear them. Browse the full BUM STUDIO collection.

BUM STUDIO at a glance

  • Style: Y2K, dark-feminine and subculture-street cues — fitted cuts, mesh, hardware and animal prints, as our product tags and copy describe.
  • Signatures: ultra/low-rise shorts and skorts, fitted tanks and mesh camis, bodycon minis, a PU midi, leopard and zebra prints, rivets and lace cutouts.
  • What we carry: 12 pieces — 3 dresses, 1 skort, 3 shorts, and 5 tops/tanks/tees/camis.

Why ashsurge picked BUM STUDIO

Why ashsurge picked BUM STUDIO. We stock BUM STUDIO for the low-rise line and the fitted top half: waxed ultra-low faux-leather shorts, leopard-lined denim cutoffs, rivet cutout halters and lace bodycon minis. It fills a darker, more feminine Y2K lane than our louder punk denim labels. We currently carry 12 BUM STUDIO pieces — mostly tops and shorts, plus a skort and three dresses. To finish the look, we pair it with a studded belt from our own line. Shop BUM STUDIO at ashsurge.

Low-rise shorts and the mini skort

Our pick: the BUM STUDIO Waxy Ultra Low-Rise Faux-Leather Shorts — glossy waxed red, ultra low-rise, close through the hip. If you only buy one BUM STUDIO bottom, this is the piece that already earns the most attention on our site.

  • Low-Rise Distressed Leopard-Lined Denim Shorts: blue wash, distressed raw edges, leopard lining and metal rivets.
  • Zebra Print Low-Waist Shorts: low-rise cropped leg, zebra print, invisible side zip.
  • Low-Waist Mini Skort: low-rise mini skort with metal-button side straps, in Carbon Gray or White.

low-rise distressed denim shorts with leopard lining by BUM STUDIO

Fitted tanks, camis and slim tees

The top half of the BUM STUDIO edit is built for showing the waistband of those shorts.

  • Super Fit Adjustable Strap Vest: square-neck tank with adjustable straps; Brown, White, Black or Apricot.
  • Rivet Cutout Halter Tank Top: halter with a front cutout and rivet details; Black or Pink.
  • Leopard Mesh Layering Cami: sheer leopard mesh, black contrast panels and lace trim — made to layer.
  • Retro V-Neck Slim Fit Graphic T-Shirt: white fitted tee, deep V, weathered red "96" graphic and stars.
  • Ribbed Cap Sleeve Distressed Sheer T-Shirt: semi-sheer ribbed knit, deep V, cap sleeves; Green or Purple.

black rivet cutout halter tank top by BUM STUDIO

Bodycon minis and the PU midi

  • Floral Lace Cutout Bodycon Mini Cheongsam Dress: floral lace, stand collar, front cutout and scalloped edges.
  • Embroidered Two-Layer Padded Waist Dress: black mini, double-layer construction, padded waist and embroidery.
  • Strapless Gathered PU Midi Dress: black PU, strapless, gathered waist, high side slit and lace-up back.

floral lace cutout bodycon mini cheongsam dress by BUM STUDIO

black strapless gathered PU midi dress by BUM STUDIO

How we'd style BUM STUDIO

Low-rise only looks intentional when the top and the hardware match the attitude. Our low-rise bottoms at ashsurge sit in the same edit, and a belt from our own line finishes the waist.

  1. Waxy red ultra-low shorts + rivet cutout halter (or the adjustable vest) + an ashsurge studded belt + chunky sneakers. Keep metals matched in silver.
  2. Leopard mesh cami under the embroidered padded-waist mini + the sheer/ribbed tee for coverage + platform boots. Let the lace and embroidery carry the print.
  3. Zebra low-waist shorts + retro V-neck graphic tee, or swap the shorts for the mini skort for a softer night look. Add a pants chain from our own line so the metals stay consistent.

For the waist finish, start with studded belts from our own line.

BUM STUDIO sizing tip

Many BUM STUDIO pieces run XS–L or XS–XL with Asian sizing. Check the centimetre chart on each product page and compare chest, waist and hip numbers with a garment you already own, rather than guessing from the letter size alone.

Which BUM STUDIO piece should you buy first?

  • If you want the low-rise signature: the Waxy Ultra Low-Rise Faux-Leather Shorts or the leopard-lined denim cutoffs. Both show the rise immediately.
  • If you want an easy top: the Super Fit Adjustable Strap Vest or the Rivet Cutout Halter. They work with jeans you already own.
  • If you want a dress night: the Floral Lace Cutout Bodycon Mini for lace, or the Strapless Gathered PU Midi when you want a harder silhouette.
  • If you only layer: the Leopard Mesh Layering Cami under a black mini or over a plain tank.

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About ashsurge

If you're dressing BUM STUDIO's low-rise shorts or a lace mini, you're already shopping for a look that refuses to blend in. ashsurge means "the surge of ashes": the force that still breaks through after everything burns down. It was started by a small group of independent creators from different cities who share one obsession, turning underground energy into something you can wear. We're not here for everyone. We dress the outsiders, the misfits and the ones who refuse to fit in, with belts and pants chains from our own line and labels we'd wear ourselves. Read our story.

Wearing low-rise without looking unfinished

Low-rise only works when the top is short enough to show the waistband on purpose. Cropped or fitted tanks, halters and mesh camis do that job; long untucked tees hide the rise and make the shorts look accidental. Match one metal finish at the waist — a studded belt or a pants chain — and keep sneakers or boots chunky enough to balance the short inseam. If you are between sizes on Asian charts, start with the centimetre waist and hip numbers on the product page rather than the letter size.

FAQ

What is BUM STUDIO?BUM STUDIO is a womenswear label known for low-rise shorts and skorts, fitted tanks and camis, and dark, body-conscious dresses. Retailers describe it as contemporary womenswear with bold, body-conscious cuts that blend Y2K, dark-feminine and high-street cues. ashsurge currently carries 12 BUM STUDIO pieces.

What is BUM STUDIO known for?Mostly its low-rise line and fitted top half: waxed ultra-low faux-leather shorts, leopard-lined denim cutoffs, rivet cutout halters, mesh camis, lace bodycon minis and a strapless PU midi. Signatures include animal prints, rivets and lace cutouts.

Where can I buy BUM STUDIO?You can buy BUM STUDIO at ashsurge, where we stock 12 pieces in our BUM STUDIO collection — shorts, a skort, tanks, camis, tees and three dresses. Each product page lists measurements in centimetres.

Are BUM STUDIO low-rise shorts hard to style?Not if you treat the rise as a feature. Pair them with a fitted tank or cropped vest so the waistband shows, add one piece of hardware such as a studded belt, and keep sneakers or boots chunky enough to balance the short inseam.

How should I style BUM STUDIO?Build around one BUM STUDIO piece and keep the rest simpler. Try waxy red shorts with a rivet halter and a studded belt, a leopard mesh cami under a padded-waist mini, or zebra shorts with the retro V-neck tee. Match metals to the label's silver hardware.

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