2023 Best of Rhode Island Editors’ Picks
From eateries and shops to entertainment venues and health and wellness spots, our editors scoured every inch of the Ocean State to come up with their top picks for 2023.
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Health and Wellness
Local Celeb Stylist
St. Germain Studio
Tom St. Germain is the hair guy for some of Rhode Island’s most influential women from local news reporters and CEOs to philanthropists and small business owners. Whether the style is long, dark and lustrous or a short blonde bob, St. Germain works his mane magic to create a show-stopping signature look that will make people ask, “Who does your hair?” 150r Broadway, Providence, 272-8278, stgermainstudio.com
Yoga for All Levels
West Side Yoga
Ease your mind and body during one of West Side Yoga’s studio classes, whether it be the Power Vinyasa, West Side Flow, the Yoga Burn class involving resistance bands or the Deep Power Flow, which builds strength, increases flexibility and drives students closer to their physical edge. West Side Yoga emphasizes the importance of self-care, while physically challenging guests and leaving them feeling mentally refreshed. 186 Carpenter St., Providence, 306-9391, westsideyogapvd.com
Day Spa
Citron Spa
Sit back and sip refreshing, fruit-infused water in a sun-filled relaxation room before your session with one of Citron Spa’s dedicated estheticians. This day spa adopts a holistic approach while educating clients about health, wellness and the connection between both looking and feeling good. Citron’s most popular services are facials, specifically seasonal facials, which feature seasonal herbs that are beneficial to the skin. 225 Wayland Ave., Providence, 861-0908, spacitron.com
Self-Care Essentials
Evolve Apothecary Spa
Besides the rejuvenating massages like the CBD oil session or the espresso mud body scrub, search for wellness remedies to bring home at this apothecary, stocked with a variety of hair products, soaps, lip balms, face masks and creams. Here you can find the ideal gift for a self-care enthusiast you know and love. 769 Hope St., Providence, 383-3089, evolveapothecary.com
Natural Skincare
Soulita
More than apple cider vinegar treatments can be found in this store. Treat yourself to holistic self-care products like vitamin- and antioxidant-rich dry masks, nourishing shea butters and body polishes and herbal bath soaks. There’s also a line for expecting mamas and beard grooming extras for gentlemen who want to look a little more polished. 229 Westminster St., Providence, 563-2986, soulita.com
Unique Nail Art
The Nail Bar
Regardless of your style, your nails deserve as much attention as your wardrobe. The techs at the Nail Bar in North Kingstown transform fingertips into painter’s palettes for any occasion — holiday, date night or a solo self-care date. Check out the nail salon’s gallery of intricate works of nail art on social media. 6145 Post Rd., Suite 2, North Kingstown, 965-9940, facebook.com/thenailbarnorth
Activewear
Roam Loud
Roam Loud’s customers, or “Wanderers” as founder Toyin Omisore dubs them, are bound to feel free, encouraged, empowered and most of all, represented, in the brand’s activewear. Roam Loud’s mission is for Wanderers to exude confidence whenever they slip into a pair of breathable leggings or one of the soft and supportive tops. The locally founded brand has been featured in Women’s Health, Harper’s Bazaar and Cosmopolitan magazines. Shop the brand’s collection online. roamloud.com
Hydration Relaxation
Drip Luxury Float Spa
Drip away the worries that clog your mind at the Drip Luxury Float Spa. Laze about in one of the high-ceilinged float rooms filled with water containing nearly 1,000 pounds of pharmaceutical-grade Epsom salt (and temporarily forget about the concept of gravity for an hour or so). 134 Taunton Ave., East Providence, 827-1766, dripri.com
Herbal Tea Blends
Sanctuary Herbs of Providence
Looking for a pick-me-up without the harmful add-ons? Sanctuary Herbs of Providence offers chemical-free tea blends and savory herbs sourced from local and refugee farmers in Providence, Chepachet and Cranston. Sign up for the tea-of-the-month club to receive a fresh bag of the signature blends — featuring varieties like Cloud 9 (holy basil, lavender and spearmint) — or sip a cup of the good stuff at local shops including Seven Stars Bakery and the Coffee Exchange in Providence. sanctuaryherbs.com
Trendy Salon Setting
Parlour Salon Suites
Parlour Salon Suites is a collection of luxurious private salon suites for rent. The open-air salon rooms allow independent hairdressers to build their brand and express themselves by decorating the space however they see fit. Parlour Salon Suites encourages creative collaboration among the talented stylists who make up the supportive community and share the same goal: to make people look and feel their best. 204 Westminster St., Providence, 639-7592, suitesbyparlour.com
Smoothie and Juice Bar
Lucy Juicy
Need a drink to cool down or warm up? Lucy Juicy specializes in all sorts of beverages, from fresh cold-pressed juices to soul-warming coffee or tea. Fulfill your fruit and veggie intake with the Desiree juice — apple, cucumber, spirulina, pineapple, kale, spinach, lemon and celery in a blended concoction — and pair it with a Lucy’s Way breakfast sandwich. No need to run, as the juice bar invites guests to chill or get some work done while sipping. 2180 Broad St., Cranston, 227-9699, lucyjuicyri.com
Fitness Class
Bileau Built
To Jason and Pamela Bileau, community is everything. The curated space of likeminded people from all backgrounds comes together for one reason: fitness and well-being in a positive environment. Each forty-five-minute, high-intensity strength and conditioning group class is jamming with “let’s get it” tunes, positive shoutouts and encouragement. Classes are held daily with flexible hours. Yoga classes are offered Tuesday nights to counteract the high-energy classes, and clients can book individual sessions with NASM Certified personal trainers during the day. 58 Exchange St., Pawtucket, 475-5490, bileaubuilt.com
New Fitness Studio
btone Fitness
In search of a place that makes exercising less of a chore and more like a party? The instructors at btone Fitness provide the soundtrack, vibrant atmosphere and invigorating training to boost strength, cardio, endurance, flexibility and balance for the entire body. The studio’s sustainable approach to fitness gets gymgoers empowered and inspired to stay consistent with their goals. 500 S. Water St., Providence, btonefitness.com
Vegan Eatery
Root
The root of a great day starts with a deliciously nutritious breakfast, and Root has you covered. The plant-based menu, including items like the Galaxy breakfast bowl, coconut BLT sandwich and the Awakening smoothie, are crafted with fresh ingredients and made in house. No matter what your taste buds are in the mood for, the selections are bound to keep you energized. 6 Broadway, Newport, 847-2727, rootonbroadway.com
Natural Hair and Body Products
Earthly Essentials
Lavascia Williams’ personal hair journey encouraged her to transition away from store-bought brands and develop her own trustworthy products. Earthly Essentials crafts holistic hair and skin care products made with ingredients derived from the earth: Goat’s milk, avocado, aloe, shea butter, honey and other elements nourish the body from head to toe, while remaining chemical- and cruelty-free. earthlyessentialsllc.com
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