McJIM Classic’s 2013 Elan Awards

MANILA, Philippines - McJIM Classic Leather is awarding the best role models for style and elegance among today’s Filipino gentlemen — and Facebook users can now submit their nominees through the Mc JIM Classic Leather official Facebook fan page.

The grand winner of the 2013 Elan Awards will receive the following: A prestigious designer trophy; P100,000 in cash; another P100,000 to be given to a charity of his choice; and one-year supply of McJIM products. On the other hand, the nine finalists will receive plaques of appreciation and a six-month supply of McJIM products.

“We launched the 2013 Elan Awards to give recognition to Filipino men who are not only successful in their respective fields but are also inspirations for successful, stylish and elegant living in their dress, grooming, accomplishments and etiquette.

“Through these awards, we hope to encourage more Filipino males to take up a lifestyle that incorporates a sense of style, gentlemanly manners and values, and a drive to succeed,” said McJIM Classic Leather in a statement.

Nominees will be chosen by the public in a popularity contest conducted through the McJIM Classic Leather official Facebook page. All Facebook users in the Philippines and overseas are eligible to participate in the poll.

Facebook users may nominate male individuals — whether celebrities or non-celebrities who meet these basic requirements: 1) Must have Filipino lineage; 2) Must be 25 to 35 years of age.

Nominees will be judged according to: A) Elegance of style (display elegance in their manner of dress and taste; B) Manners and etiquette (have refinement in manners and etiquette); and C) Accomplishment (have notable accomplishments in their fields).

Facebook users may nominate different individuals for each criterion, or nominate one individual for two out of three, or all three criteria. These nominations must be posted on the McJIM Facebook page.

A respected panel of judges will rank and choose the Top 10 finalists from the computed number of nominees. Voting ends by June 30.