Marisa Sergi

Q: What was your position with Gladys?
A: I was a Gladys Girl for the 2014 Love Issue! Currently, I am attending Cornell University as an undergraduate studying Enology & Viticulture, which is the science of winemaking and grape growing. I am the assistant winemaker at L'uva Bella Winery and recently launched my own line of wine- Redhead.

Q: How did you learn about entering our Gladys Magazine Model Contest?
A: I learned about the Gladys Magazine Model Contest from seeing it on my Facebook newsfeed. I was excited to see a national magazine offer such an amazing opportunity for aspiring models.

Q: What was your experience like on your photo shoot for Gladys Magazine?
A: My experience during my Gladys Magazine photo shoot was great. My photographer, Rob Owen Palmer, was very professional, fun to work with, and is just wonderful! We had a lot of fun together and are good friends. My dress was from Cece Couture, a new shop that has dresses for any occasion (Cece Couture is located at 339 Boardman-Canfield Rd in Boardman, OH.) The staff was all very helpful, friendly and excited to be part of the Gladys Magazine photo shoot. My hair and make-up artist, Marie Notareschi, did a fantastic job! (Her shop address is Mulina's at Southwoods, located at 100 Debartolo Place, Boardman, OH) She has natural skill and great creative insight to create hairstyles that are trendy and gorgeous.

Q: What 3 adjectives best describe and why?
A: Three adjectives that describe me best are definitely spontaneous, down-to-earth and caring!

• I love adventure, traveling and switching up my daily routine to keep my life fun, fresh and full of unique experiences. I enjoy sports, especially water skiing and playing rugby; two things I tried on a whim and fell in love with.
• I am a down-to-earth girl because I am understanding, go with the flow, and respect everyone.
• I am a very caring person. I will go out of my way to help my friends and family as well as do my best to make sure everyone is happy! I really enjoy philanthropy and try to give back to my community as much as possible. I am currently helping L'uva Bella Winery and my sister, Michelle Sergi, organize an annual fundraiser for St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, OH to raise money to establish a palliative care unit.

Photographer: Rob Owen, Vicariously Owen Photography, www.VicariouslyOwen.com
Model: Marisa Sergi
Dress: Cece Couture: 339 Boardman-Canfield Rd., Boardman, Ohio 44512 (330)-729-9801
Hair and Make Up: Marie Notareschi: Mulina's Salon at Southwoods 100 Debartolo Place Boardman, OH
Venue: L'uva Bella Winery: 6597 Center Road, Lowellville, Ohio 44436 (330)-536-6450 www.luvabella.com 

Kelly Perno

Q: What was your position with Gladys?
A: I was a January 2014 Love Issue Gladys Girl!

Q: How did you learn about entering our Gladys Magazine Model contest?
A: I am a stay at home mom to 4 amazing kids and part time model. My friend, Cindy Cohen, had the Gladys Magazine contest on her Facebook page! I instantly liked and then loved the page!!

Q: What was your experience like on your photo shoot for Gladys?
A: I was lucky enough to have a photo shoot with the talented Tess Johnson! To get to work with Tess was the most incredible experience - she is a fabulous Photographer!! I am so honored to be a part if the Gladys family!

Q: What three adjectives best describe you and why?
A: As far as describing myself, I wanted to get that opinion from special people in my life. My daughter Jamie says I'm loving, and DC says I'm beautiful, and I would have to say lucky to be blessed to have the most wonderful people in my life who support and love me. I love them so much!! Thank you Gladys Magazine for giving me the amazing opportunity to do this!

PHOTOGRAPHY Hair & MAKEUP: Tess Johnson,
DRESS: Model's Own