Beyond The Surface
Typifying the millennial side-hustle, Madison artist Selia Salzsieder explores body politics in her art while working as a preschool teacher.
Art
Feminine Muses
Madison aims to turn the controversial history that is women in theater on its head, as these fabulously feminist playhouses make room for a new kind of female lead.
Selling Magic
When her kindergarten teacher asked the class what they wanted to be when they grew up, Jane Wilcoxson had a ready answer: she wanted to be an artist.
Beauty + Style + Fashion
Cosmopolitan Couture
Dressing for an urban adventure? We’ve got the cosmopolitan couture you crave.
Fair Indigo’s Ethical Attire
Madison’s own Fair Indigo has been in business since 2006, and plans to be around for the long haul, selling their popular women’s 95/5 tees (95 percent organic cotton, 5 percent spandex) along with organic clothing for men and kids.
Laquerus’ Bold Beauty Concept
A little primp and polish never hurt nobody. But Laquerus owners Jennifer Lane and Priyanka Verma are pushing the envelope on nail care.
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.
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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
Create Your Own Meditation Space
Creating a beautiful meditation sanctuary at home need not be complicated. A small, quiet corner and some essential props can transform your space into a personal oasis of calm.
Outfit Your Home Gym Affordably
Just a few portable, affordable essentials turn your living space into a personalized fitness gym/sanctuary.
No Need To Get Cold Feet
Floors heated with electric wire or circulating warm water have so much to offer homeowners, especially during cold Wisconsin winters.
Eats + Drinks
Christine’s Kitchens Gathers Local Producers Under One Roof
With two kitchens, 800 square feet of storage space and plenty of room to spare, Christine Ameigh is working alongside other well-known Madison food vendors at Christine’s Kitchens.
Budding Bistro
Fresh, simple, delicious. These three words neatly sum up the experience one is likely to have at The Heights Kitchen.
Grab ‘n Go…Back for More!
The Heights’ grab ’n go section is stocked with high-end products meant to ensure their customers leave satisfied whether dining in—or out.
Engaging Community
Work for Safe Drinking Water with Clean Wisconsin
Clean Wisconsin is one of the largest environmental nonprofit organizations in the state that just happened to be founded on Earth Day in 1970.
Governor’s Plan Would Boost Doula Pay
In February, Gov. Tony Evers introduced his state budget, including an initiative called Healthy Women, Healthy Babies, which would provide funding for doulas to serve women of color as part of a wider effort to support black infant and maternal health.
Alexandra Moritz-Hanson Wants to Get Women Outdoors
Alexandra Moritz-Hanson is southwest Wisconsin’s ambassador for Women Who Explore, a worldwide community based in Calgary, Alberta.
Features
City Sojourns
The Midwest might be considered flyover country, but the quality of art, architecture, cuisine and shopping in many of our cities can compete with the caliber of the coasts.
Chicago: A Birthplace of Architectural Innovation
There’s no doubt that Chicago fascinates those of us who live in its little cousin to the north. We head there for shopping, shows and exciting nights on the town.
Grand Rapids: The Varied Delights of La Grande Vitesse
Grand Rapids—a mid-sized city in western Michigan on the banks of the Grand River—is known playfully as “Beer City USA.”
Finance + Career
In The Hole
‘Tis the season to rack up credit card debt. With a mortgage, car payments and student loans stacking up, extra holiday spending can tip personal debt over the edge of sustainability.
Turning a Vocation into a Career
Successfully turning your talent into a prosperous career can be tricky. Salon owner Kati Whitledge shares the story of her own professional progression.
Teen Money Talks
Teens aren’t known for always making the best choices. When money is involved, “It’s good to do that in a safety net,” says Amy Crowe, a financial education specialist at Summit Credit Union.
Health + Wellbeing
Governor’s Plan Would Boost Doula Pay
In February, Gov. Tony Evers introduced his state budget, including an initiative called Healthy Women, Healthy Babies, which would provide funding for doulas to serve women of color as part of a wider effort to support black infant and maternal health.
Migraine Options Beyond Medication
Those unlucky enough to be familiar with migraines know they are more than a simple headache. Thus, they don’t usually respond to standard over-the-counter treatments.
Infrared Saunas Warm You to the Core
One advantage of infrared saunas over traditional dry-heat saunas is that the light is what creates the heat.
Jaunt
Four Fun Food (and Drink) Runs
Wisconsinites like to add cheese and beer into all activities, but these fun runs take the cake.
Visit Wisconsin’s Restored Opera Houses
No one place embodies the symbiosis between culture and community quite like the stellar opera houses dotting Wisconsin.
Cabin Fever
This winter, skip the airport and the tropical beaches and instead escape with your ski buds, your girl group or your significant other on a snowy cabin getaway.
Local Women
Darcy Luoma Faced Devastating Trauma—and Emerged Stronger
Read her inspiring journey in BRAVA’s Exclusive May cover story In 2016, beloved Madison life coach Darcy Luoma’s world was rocked to its core…
Governor’s Plan Would Boost Doula Pay
In February, Gov. Tony Evers introduced his state budget, including an initiative called Healthy Women, Healthy Babies, which would provide funding for doulas to serve women of color as part of a wider effort to support black infant and maternal health.
Ms. Milele Retires from UMOJA
After nearly 30 years at the helm, Milele Chikasa Anana, 85, retired as UMOJA’s publisher in November and sold the magazine to the Urban League of Greater Madison.
Shops + Services
Take a Twirl at Madison Ballroom Company
At Madison Ballroom Company, Samantha Trinidad and her staff help people find their groove through waltz, tango, foxtrot, salsa and other dance forms.
Mosaic Box’s Worldly Curation
MOSAIC Box caters specifically to the professional, well-traveled, busy woman on the hunt for premium artisanal products.
Crunchy Marvel
Much like the invention of chocolate chip cookies and popsicles, Nutkrack’s creation was a happy accident.
Sponsored Content
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THE BIGGEST DIFFERENCE YET
On October 15th, Design for a Difference made history by completing the largest charity design makeover in the country!
DISCOVER AGRACE’S SERVICES
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Web Exclusive
Governor’s Plan Would Boost Doula Pay
In February, Gov. Tony Evers introduced his state budget, including an initiative called Healthy Women, Healthy Babies, which would provide funding for doulas to serve women of color as part of a wider effort to support black infant and maternal health.
Bask in Elegance at The Last Hotel
Located in a refurbished shoe factory in the Garment District in St. Louis, The Last Hotel opens this summer and can be booked starting July 1.
You are Not Alone: Pregnancy Loss and Infertility
In Susan Gloss’ new novel, THE CURIOSITIES, one of the main characters struggles with infertility and the devastating loss of a baby born at just 22 weeks gestation.
