Re-design of E-blast

Hello! I am attaching a email design we have created in-house. We really like the overall layout and the copy for this specific e-blast but it is not sleek enough for us. We want ti to be very similar to an Apple (the brand) design. So not the think borders around our images and not such a heavy feel to the email. We want it to be light and clean. Please review and then send me any ideas you might have. If you are including both design and html slicing in your bid please include that. It is my preference that you can do both but I am willing to work with you for just design. Thanks!