Bigger, Brighter, Better
byCatering to women in every shape and size is officially en vogue as mainstream labels along with couture designers took a BIG fashion step forward by recently expanding their lines to include “plus” cut garments.
BEAUTY + STYLE + FASHION
Sassy Locks in the Later Years
byBeing 50+ doesn’t mean one’s sense of style has to fade. Be Inspired Salon lead stylist Jes Marvin encourages women to not let age hold them back from dramatically altering their hair.
About the Model: Jennifer DeMain
byGet to know one of our May 2018 models – Jennifer DeMain. When she’s not striking a pose for BRAVA, Jennifer is a lead instructor at Cyc Fitness, a trainer at Kamps Fit and an instructor at Canvas Club Boxing.
About the Model: Kaila Pooler
byGet to know one of our May 2018 models – Kaila Pooler. When she’s not striking a pose for BRAVA, Kaila is a Personal Trainer and Yoga Instructor.
Bridal Bonanza
byOur March bridal fashion shoot was a “crossover” project between two stellar Nei Turner Media Group publications—BRAVA and The Celebration Society—thanks to staffers and Dena Frisch, Kristina Ljujic and Rachel Werner stepping in as models.
The BRAVA Boudoir
byBoudoir photography is for women (or men) who want to pose for suggestive and sensual photos to document a special time in their lives, to reaffirm romance and love between long- term partners, or, most commonly, as a gift to a future spouse.
FRUGAL & FASHIONABLE
byMeet our February issue’s cover model – Yuliya Slesareva. Yuliya is an IT Engineering Consultant & Mixed Media Artist whose fashion style is inspired by her travels.
THE INSIDE TRACK
byWhat gives these three Madison Soap Company lip tints their color? Mica. Mica is a naturally occurring pigment found in rock.
Stylist’s POV
byBRAVA stylist Shanna Wolf reveals the type of boutique that captivates her eye—and heart.
WINTER SKIN WELLNESS
byWinter tends to wear on our skin but local soap and emollient makers have created some solutions. Lindsay Snow, “master soaper” at Craft Brewed Suds in Madison, recommends a combination of handmade soap and lotion bars to keep your skin hydrated.
