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BRAVO Star Cutouts - All Star Cutouts of the 1950s and 1960s for Download
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Please note: The individual pieces are better suited for home printing. For the digitally assembled versions, we recommend visiting a copy shop that can print the entire star cutout.
Star cutouts have one of the longest traditions in BRAVO. The first star cutout was of Brigitte Bardot, the last "real" star cutout in the 2000s was the German actor Michael Bully Herbig. A total of 118 artists and groups have managed to immortalize themselves as star cutouts. Even though a lot of patience was required until a star cutout was completely hung on the wall, the life-size pictures were extremely popular with readers. There was at least one star in almost every child's room. Fortunately, today you no longer have to wait several weeks for a star cutout, but can download and print it directly. Here you can get all the star cutouts from the 1950s and 1960s. Each star cutout is in its original size and in the best quality. The star cutouts are not just pure memories and nostalgia, they are also sought-after collector's items. They have already made it into museums and exhibitions. Bring your favorite star back into your living room or party cellar!
Each star cutout is available in a digitally assembled, revised form and in individual digital parts. All you have to do is download and print the star cutouts . The revised form contains the star cutout digitally prepared, assembled and freed of annoying color errors and cut edges.
Since we know that there may be many unanswered questions, we are happy to advise you by phone and email. You can also find further help in our FAQs.
The individual parts are exactly as they appeared back then.
Our digitally stitched star cutouts provide you with the finished, retouched star cutout as a large JPEG image , which you can print in the desired size . We have digitally combined the individual parts of the original output, removed the cut edges , and corrected color differences so that the image is displayed in the best possible quality. When you open the image on your computer , it will appear as a small image —don't worry, the image is full size and quality and can be used for printing without any problems. We strongly recommend printing at a professional copy shop, as they can print the star cutout in full size.
The biggest advantage of the individual parts is that you can easily print them on standard A4 sheets of paper using your home printer . These individual parts are arranged to fit directly onto the sheet in their original format (slightly smaller than A4), so you don't need to scale or make any additional adjustments. After printing, you can cut out the pieces and glue them together to experience the authentic, original feel of a classic celebrity cutout—just like in past issues of BRAVO and other magazines.
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Frequently asked questions and answers
The digitally assembled star cutout is a fully retouched image that combines all the elements of the star cutout in the highest quality. You will receive the image as a large JPEG that can be printed directly in the desired size. The individual parts download contains all the individual parts of the star cutout as separate JPEGs in a ZIP archive . You can print these on A4 paper , cut them out, and glue them together yourself – for the authentic feel of a classic star cutout.
The digitally assembled star cutout is available in high resolution and can be printed at full size. If desired, you can print the image in larger formats , but please note that it may need to be adjusted if using a home printer . The individual pieces offer the advantage of being able to be printed directly at their original size on A4 paper . The star cutouts are in their original size.
After downloading the ZIP archive containing the individual parts , you can easily print the JPEG files on your home printer . Each individual piece is arranged to fit perfectly on A4 sheets of paper (original BRAVO format – slightly smaller than A4). After printing, you can cut out the pieces and glue them together to create the finished star cutout .
Yes, you can print the digitally assembled star cutouts in various sizes , depending on how large you want the image. For individual pieces , you can print them on A4 paper , but you can also adjust the print size as long as the proportions are maintained. We guarantee flawless quality up to the original size.
We strongly recommend that you visit a professional copy shop in your area after downloading. The local experts can advise you on the optimal printing results and offer a variety of papers, inks, and printing processes to choose from.
Unfortunately, we cannot send you original parts or pre-printed parts and star cutouts.
A journey through the history of German pop and youth culture!
Our bravo archive has been around for over 20 years, and we're proud to open the doors to one of the most exciting collections of German pop history. Beginning as a project in preparation for BRAVO's 50th anniversary, our archive has since evolved into a true treasure trove, showcasing not only the icons of yesterday and today, but also telling the stories and experiences of young people from 1956 to 1999. Whether you grew up with the first issues of BRAVO in the 1950s, experienced the Golden 80s firsthand, or want to reminisce about the pop culture phenomena of the 90s – you'll find it all here! Browse through hundreds of issues and let the original scans transport you back to a time when music, stars, and stories shaped our lives.
Our archive is more than just a collection—it's an experience. Since 2000, we have lovingly preserved and digitized the legacy of one of Germany's most important youth and music magazines. Discover BRAVO in a new way—anytime, anywhere. Whether you're yearning for the nostalgia of your own youth or want to follow the exciting development of German pop culture, this is the right place to immerse yourself in unforgettable times. Enjoy exploring and browsing!
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