Well, as the saying goes, "out like a lion, in like a lamb". Since the horrible rain sure roared loudly, let's see that LAMB! The next few days are going to be beautiful, and here in little Rhody, we could sure use those happy rays of sunshine.

These past few days reminded us of our recent photoshoot with our good friends at Snap! Photography...we thought this shot of Mallory captured our 'Spring Dreams' perfectly. 

 Doesn't Mallory look like she is just waiting for some nice weather? Her make up is fresh, fun and flirty. Amy G, our make up guru, used Smashbox 'Heartbreaker' Collection. You MUST try Smashbox Heartbreaker Lipshine. It has just enough pink in it to brighten up your make up palette without overtaking your natural look.

Amy G also recommends this beautiful new eyeshadow palette she used on Mallory....

Amy says the that the playful pinks and purples in 'Kiss and Tell' are perfect for spring. The eyeshadow palette comes with 6 shades and an eyeshadow brush. Stop in next time you're in Bristol and have Amy G try them out!

Here is Melanie Cambra, the stylist behind the magic of Mallory. Mell has been a stylist for more than 15 years. Her attention to detail is incredible, and while she may tease herself about her OCD tendencies, her clients love it. Mell is honest and direct, and if you are looking for a stylist to point you in the right direction, look no further.

Mell's signature style is her beautiful bobs, which can be seen around Bristol and beyond. Boy, that was a lot of B's...new tongue twister! She also happens to be an amazing colorist, with her priority always being the integrity of your hair, which is why her clients walk around with the healthiest hair in town.

Love Mallory's bob? If you are sporting the 'do, and feel bored wearing it the same old way, try something different...

Mell recommends blow drying it with the ends flicked out. Forget the super straight look for just one day. Apply Bumble & Bumble's Styling Cream to damp hair for texture, support and body to damp hair. Piece out the look with Bumble's Sumotech, another stylist fav.

Blow dry...

How cute is Mallory, really?

Mell perfecting the look...

A behind the scenes shot of Mallory at Linden Place in Bristol and her friend Alyssa, another model coming soon...

Aren't you just insane for this style? We were debating whether Mallory looked more like Jennifer Aniston or Christina Applegate...you decide. We think she looks just perfect.

Love the JoJo necklace Mallory is wearing? She picked that up at New Leaf's newest addition...therapy. boutique! It's a JoJo necklace that screams spring and summer. It's the perfect piece to brighten up any neutral outfit. Remember, your jeans might feel tight after a big Easter brunch but a bright accessory always fits.

We have to thank Snap! Photography, Susan at Linden Place, Amy G and Mell for making this shoot a success and putting us in the mood for spring! Good heavens, it's April already!!

We'd like to say thank you for making our first New Leaf Clothing Drive a smashing success!
Around the holidays, it's easy to get caught up in the commercialization of Christmas. The New Leaf-'ettes' (my newly coined nickname for our staff) wanted to remember those a little less fortunate.

We are proud to say that we have the most charitable clients this side of the Bay...well, it might be that AND they love to shop and it had been a while since they cleaned out their closets!

We collected over FIFTY, yes 5-0, bags of clothes! We donated the fantastic goods to Big Sisters (and Brothers) of Rhode Island.

Take a peek at the night...

Does our model look familiar? It's our very own Leah!
It's truly amazing how the right hair products and make-up can transform you...

Our holiday angels came dressed and ready for the clothing drive...

Love that winter wonderland feeling...

Our signature drink of the evening was a 'Blue Hawaii' and boy, was it a hit (even though it was more green-ish than blue-ish)! Pineapple, blue curacao, coconut rum and vodka...dangerously delicious!

Our hostess with the most-est, Danielle. Who wouldn't want to taste a cocktail when it's being served by her?

Clients loved the mini cupcakes by Nancy's Fancies on Federal Hill in Providence. The flavors were certainly fancy--S'mores, Coconut Cloud, mmmmmm....

They attracted quite a crowd...

This year, we have a fabulous 'beauty boutique'. Can't think of ideas for those pesky stocking stuffers? Come on in because, really....who doesn't love products??

Jo Jo has landed in Bristol! Jo Jo is a 26 year old jewelry designer out of Boston who creates fantastically fun finds.

Our accessory tree....

Feeling Smitten Bath Bomb Cupcakes were just featured in People magazine...

For $10, you won't know whether to eat it or use it! You just drop them in your bath tub to soften your water, moisturize your skin and add bubbles. Plus, they smell yumm-erific!

A few of Santa's reindeers stopped by to help out--Jenn, as Blitzen & little Jamie, as Vixen!

Melanie and Yadira, Bristol's best esthetician, posing for a picture...

Ashley, Leah, Amy G, and Jenn...errr, I mean Blitzen.

Vixen modeling her Jo Jo necklace...

The New Leaf-ettes!

Thanks for making our Holiday Preview such a success...
we hope you had as much fun as we did!