It wasn’t just a men’s fashion show, but a discussion of character, attitude and professionalism that brought several Lipscomb students to Shamblin Theatre Monday night.

The second annual Professional Men’s Event was held in an effort to give the men of Lipscomb advice on how to succeed in the professional world, focusing on “The Art of Being a Gentleman.”

The event was hosted by the fashion and business departments along with the College of Entertainment and the Arts. Theatre professor David Hardy described it as a combination of fashion, business and music.

College of Entertainment and the Arts Dean Mike Fernandez hosted a panel discussion on what it means to be a gentleman in today’s world.

“Being a gentleman is not just about your appearance,” film producer and Lipscomb alumnus Casey Bond said. “It’s about your attitude and how you present yourself to others.”

Film director Spencer Glover stressed the importance of having confidence.

“The first impression is very important,” he said. “Whatever it is that you do, be the best that you can.”

The panel also discussed what it means to be a professional in today’s world.

“Knowing the standards of your workplace is important,” business owner and Lipscomb alumnus Tyler Browning said. “Setting the goal of obtaining those standards will help you succeed.”

Along with providing advice on how to be a professional and a gentleman, the event focused largely on fashion and how important it is to know how to dress correctly on the job.

“It’s about knowing your profession,” Bond said. “Own what you’re wearing; whatever you wear makes a statement.”

Local designer Eric Adler and his employee Jason Jarrett hosted a fashion show to showcase different ways to dress professionally, ranging from formal wear to casual Friday. They said how men dress not only affects appearance but also character.

“If you look good, you feel good, and you work well,” Jarrett said.

At the end of the night, Hardy said that the Professional Men’s Event is about more than dressing the right way or being a gentleman.

“We can always make an effort to be a better person, and that’s what tonight is about,” he said.

Photos by Ben Davis

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