Professional Women’s Event teaches students importance of presentation

Nashville Fashion Week had nothing on Lipscomb fashion and merchandizing department’s Professional Women’s Event and Fashion Show that took place Wednesday night in Shamblin Theatre. The event was hosted by Leanne Smith, a Lipscomb management and marketing professor, who talked about the importance of presentation. “We need to think how we’re coming across to people,” Smith said. “You pay so much for education so you need to leave knowing how to present yourself.” The theme of the event was “Creating your best self,” where the idea was reinforced to the all-female audience, “You are unique. You are enough. You are beautiful.” Before the fashion show, junior Kendall Young, a contestant from “The Sing-Off,” sang “Perfect” by P!nk and “True Colors” by Cyndi Lauper as a montage of fashion quotes were displayed in the background. Students modeled business-wear, while fashion and merchandizing students narrated the inspiration behind the outfits. “It was cool and inspiring,” said Gracen Sanders, a freshman who modeled at the event. “It was fun trying a different look.” At the end of the fashion show, audience members were encouraged to Tweet in fashion questions with the hashtag “LipscombWPE.” Smith and a representative from Blush Boutiques helped answer questions regarding what color to wear and where to shop. Audience members were also advised on how to accessorize for interviews, what kind of hair and makeup to do and what is appropriate to wear in the business world. “The event was definitely informative,” said sophomore Shelby Hunter. “I’ve never really known what to wear for job interviews so hopefully this will help.” Refreshments such as fondue and tea sandwiches were served...