OUR EXPERTS

Judges

Nichole Weresch
Fashion Editor, Milwaukee Magazine
Nichole Weresch, fashion editor at Milwaukee Magazine, has worked in Los Angeles and Milwaukee doing hair and makeup styling, image consulting, wardrobe styling and personal shopping. While in Los Angeles, Nichole worked as a make-up artist in top salons such as Frederic Fekkai and Sally Hershberger at John Frieda salon. She has appeared on “Dr. Phil” (for a makeover special) and was featured in Allure for best eyebrows in Los Angeles. She has also styled for fashion shows by Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren. After returning to Milwaukee she continued to work as a hair and make-up artist and is currently represented by Ford Models. Her celebrity clients have included Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, Portia de Rossi, Kate Bosworth, Kimberly Stewart, and most recently, Katie Lee Joel.

Dale Stenbroten
Photographer, SR Studio
Dale’s 26 year fashion photography career started in Chicago, working with and developing talent for agencies like Ford and Elite. After many photo assignments in Europe and Asia, he returned to his native Wisconsin roots to shoot for Harley-Davidson. Harley-Davidson was and continues to be one of Dale’s favorite accounts. He and his wife Katy decided to establish SR Studios in Grafton in 1991, where they have been ever since. His work has appeared in publications including Oprah, Vanity Fair, Details, GQ, French Photo, Interview, Chicago and Milwaukee Magazine. He has also photographed celebrities including Robert Dinero, U2, Prince Charles, Christina Aguilera and Jay Leno just to name a few. You can see his work at www.srstudio.net.

Shanel Regier
Owner/Designer, Shanel Regier
Clothing Designer Shanel Regier moved to Milwaukee in 1999 to attend Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. Her sexy twist on vintage styles speaks to women of all ages. She has the ability to make women feel powerful and chic through her fusion of classically vintage and dangerously sexy designs.Shanel believes in offering a philosophy of dress rather than just a product to purchase. Her clothes maintain her signature touch of being impeccably pretty while maintaining artistic and wearable charm. Recently featured among six up-and-coming designers in Gen Art’s Fresh Faces in Fashion in Chicago, Shanel has enjoyed positive feedback from both the Midwestern and national community and press, including Women’s Wear Daily, Lucky Magazine and Chicago Tribune. Although many of her clients live out of state, Shanel plans to continue operating her business out of Milwaukee. Locally, her collection can be purchased through Lela Boutique (Milwaukee), Lady Moxie (Madison), and through private consultations at her studio.

Stylist

Scott Yance
Creative Director, Erik of Norway Salon Spa
Scott Yance learned his craft at the Vidal Sassoon Academy in Los Angeles. After graduation, he began his professional career at Vidal Sassoon in Chicago. Scott has been with Erik of Norway Salon Spa since 1993 and is the Creative Director. His vision helped open Erik of Norway Downtown in December 2007. Scott’s talent has taken him all over the world for various shows and events. Scott has been invited to style hair for New York City’s Fashion Week for the past 8 seasons. He has worked with top designers such as, Project Runway winner, Christian Soriano, G Star, Rodarte, Betsey Johnson, Ports, and many more. Scott’s work has also been featured in national publications such as GQ, Rolling Stone, Mademoiselle, InStyle, McCall’s and many beauty industry trade magazines.
Locally, Scott has done countless fashion shows and ad campaigns for clothing retailers Valentina’s and GiGi’s as well as Erik of Norway Salon Spa.