Meet This Feminist Arts Collective
How a collaborative of three Madison artists is confronting sexist language.
Art
Triennial Features Wisconsin’s Finest Artists
Selecting artists for the Wisconsin Triennial, held at the MMoCA, is a well-thought out, deliberate process, including visits to artists’ studios.
Amy Gilman Leads the Chazen Forward
Amy Gilman didn’t originally plan on a career in the museum field, but her studies eventually took her here, to the Chazen Museum of Art.
Beauty + Style + Fashion
Snow Style: Look Good While Staying Warm
Inject some happy hues into your cold-weather repertoire with these cozy essentials.
10 Ways to Find Your Wedding Inspiration
Before you go all Pinterest crazy and the little green monster inside of you starts to take over, we want to give you a…
Sparkle of the Season
Look dashing in the snow as you layer on the texture with luxe fabrics this winter.
Brava Events
BRAVA Event Recap
View photos and details from our past BRAVA events, such as the BRAVA Night Out events, our expos, and more.
THRIVE Career Workshops | 2019
Join BRAVA for this action-oriented professional development workshop series in 2019. Gain immediate skills and outcome strategies that will create more fulfillment, effectiveness and success in your career–and your life.
Upcoming BRAVA Night Out Events
BRAVA Magazine invites you to join us for our monthly Brava Night Out events at local businesses! View details and registration information for our upcoming Brava Night Out events here.
Brava Promotion
New Year, New Editor
We sit down with BRAVA’s new editor, Shayna Mace, to get to know her and the vision she has for BRAVA Magazine in the new year.
New Year, New You…or Not So Much?
Although we’re only a few weeks into the new year, you may have already kicked any new year’s resolutions to the curb. And some of our 2019 THRIVE series speakers are no different.
RAVES & FAVES 2018
The annual BRAVA Raves & Faves is a gal’s guide to Madison’s best locally-owned businesses. Curated by BRAVA readers, for BRAVA readers.
Dwell
Give Your House a Whole New Look on a Budget
Are you coveting a high-design space on a big-box budget? Then turn your attention to upholstery and fabric.
How to Style an Elegant Mantel
When styling a mantel aim for balance, but not perfect symmetry. Step back and evaluate, then move things around until you achieve the desired look.
Complete Your Decor With Poufs
The pouf craze is on! And with good reason—these portable, versatile, decorative cushions can be used as supplemental seating.
Eats + Drinks
Isthmus Eats Meal Kits Make Home Cooking Easy
Isthmus Eats meal kits hyper-localize the dinner-to-your-door craze. This Madison-based meal kit program provides meals with a minimal carbon footprint.
Get Your Coffee and Quesadillas at Finca
Coffee lovers and foodies can get a mini experience of El Salvador at the newly opened Finca Coffee on Madison’s South Side.
How to Make a Perfectly Paired Cheese Plate
Create a beautiful board with local festive treats that showcase our dear state’s true love and passion: cheese.
Engaging Community
Could Wisconsin Get Paid Family Leave?
The Paid Family Medical Leave legislation would allow employees to contribute a percentage of their paychecks to an account run by the state’s Department of Workforce Development.
Help Neighbors in Need With Second Harvest
Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin is the largest food bank in the southwestern part of the state, filling nearly one million food requests every year.
10+ Ways to Give Back this Holiday Season
To ease the holiday burden, organizations big and small in the Madison area are working to put more smiles on families’ faces this holiday.
Features
2020 Women to Watch: Real Women, Real Change
These 12 women have concrete goals for the year ahead and can inspire us all, which is why they are 2020’s Women to Watch.
Danielle Smith: On-Site Child Care for Busy Parents
As a professional woman and mom herself, Danielle Smith knows firsthand the struggles of balancing work, social life and family.
Brandi Grayson: Empowering Black Families
Urban Triage, the community resource organization Brandi Grayson founded in 2017, works to foster black families’ self-sufficiency through healing, community leadership and personal development.
Finance + Career
How to Use Social Media to Land Your New Job
According to online career platform The Muse, 92% of companies use social media for hiring. It’s not unusual to see job posts on Facebook or social sites other than LinkedIn.
Amber Swenor Helps You Do Business Differently
Amber Swenor is the founder of Strategic Partners Marketing, a Madison firm that offers strategic brand consultation and implementation.
Revamp Your Resume
Whether you’re looking for your first job right out of school or are a seasoned member of the workforce, nobody wants to have their resume passed over because of an easily fixable mistake.
Health + Wellbeing
Adults Can Get the HPV Vaccine Too
HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in America and known to cause nearly all cervical cancer in women.
Could Wisconsin Get Paid Family Leave?
The Paid Family Medical Leave legislation would allow employees to contribute a percentage of their paychecks to an account run by the state’s Department of Workforce Development.
Recovering From a Big Meal? Digestive Supplements May Help
Digestive problems can manifest in myriad ways. Health supplements, such as digestive bitters, probiotics or enzyme supplements, can offer relief.
Jaunt
Give Yourself the Gift of a Spa Trip
Build in some more self-care time in 2020. Up your pampering game and give yourself a spa day at these Wisconsin destination spas.
Where to Get Away for the Holidays
Instead of the same old holiday party, consider taking the family—or your significant other— out on a road trip this season.
Plan a Fall B&B Getaway
Plan your stay at one of these locally-owned B&B inns near some of the best places to enjoy the fall colors.
Local Women
Get a Free Headshot with this Fab Photographer
Written and Photographed by Kristin Dvorak Kate Longley’s necklace holds a dainty gold charm with the word ‘build’ engraved on it, which is the…
Sarah Godlewski Paves the Way for Parenthood in Office
Sarah Godlewski, Wisconsin State Treasurer, leads the way for others who become parents while holding office.
Susan Young Shows How to Make a Good First Impression
Susan Young—a speaker, author and founder of Susan Young International—helps companies and organizations create positive change for positive impact.
Shops + Services
Isthmus Eats Meal Kits Make Home Cooking Easy
Isthmus Eats meal kits hyper-localize the dinner-to-your-door craze. This Madison-based meal kit program provides meals with a minimal carbon footprint.
Local Gift Ideas for the Hard-to-Shop-For
Fresh ideas for the hard-to-shop-for people on your list. Find everything right here at your favorite shops. No shipping necessary.
The Latest Places to Try in Downtown Middleton
Downtown Middleton is a study in change, with newer businesses joining longstanding enterprises to give the city’s core a fresh look and feel.
Sponsored Content
2019 Fall and Winter Fashion and Jewelry Trends
Fall and winter bring out some of the best trends. Here are a few of our favorite cold weather trends, plus three stand-out shows from NYFW, thus far.
Top 5 Places for Burgers and Beer in Edina, Minnesota
Edina, Minnesota’s culinary scene is always serving something new and delicious, but burgers and beers are a classic and always on the menu.
Summer Explorations: Outdoor Recreation in Edina, Minnesota
Whether you want to hike, bike, golf or swim, Edina is the perfect blend of fun in the sun. Check out these outdor options on your next visit.
Web Exclusive
New Year, New Editor
We sit down with BRAVA’s new editor, Shayna Mace, to get to know her and the vision she has for BRAVA Magazine in the new year.
Get a Free Headshot with this Fab Photographer
Written and Photographed by Kristin Dvorak Kate Longley’s necklace holds a dainty gold charm with the word ‘build’ engraved on it, which is the…
Support for Cancer Patients and Their Families
The Madison area has a number of organizations that support cancer patients and their families with support groups, retreats, fundraisers and more.
