RamBull Interview
Issue No. 28
Rambull Interview
How would you describe yourself?
Brand marketing and wellness enthusiast with 300 tabs open at all times (on my computer and in my brain). Elsie's mom. Forever seeking ways to optimize wellbeing and find joy and beauty in life's everyday moments.
What is your profession?
Brand marketing (specifically influencer /celebrity partnerships and events)
Where do you live?
Los Angeles, CA
Optional - Primary social media account name (e.g. your Instagram or Twitter account name)
@lacey
Do you have a picture of yourself I can use for the newsletter?
Yes!
Instructions:
Pick 6 categories to provide a recommendation.
Unique recommendations that people may not have heard of before tend to work best
For each recommendation, provide at least 2-3 sentences of context on why it is a recommendation.
Don't worry about having to be profound! Just share what ever comes to mind, that is often to most authentic and interesting.
1. / Content - could be a favorite podcast, book, newsletter, social media account or other....
I am all in on Substack these days! Every time I go to open Instagram, I’ve been training myself to open Substack instead. I am absolutely learning more as a result (and dare I say feeling happier?!). Aside from Rambull (of course), a few of my favorite Substacks are below! It’s a mixed bag across fashion, marketing, and wellness/nutrition.
Older & Weiser by Lisa von Weiss
Lisa writes an incredible fashion styling newsletter based on principles of well-being! She is a holistic personal stylist who takes a wonderful approach to fashion and getting dressed. She emphasizes the importance of fashion as a “powerful tool of personal expression” and her audience can best be described as “ambitious people who want to reach their highest potential and celebrate life looking and feeling fabulous.” As a new mom, I’ve found myself in a bit of a rut when getting dressed, so I hired Lisa to help me hone in on my personal style. Working with her has been a dream so far, but her Substack is a great place to start!
Link in Bio by Rachel Karten
This one is marketing-specific but a great read if you work at a brand (or agency!) running organic social. Rachel shares social media trends, best-in-class examples from brands, what-not-to-do, etc… She also has a job board with opportunities or freelancers looking for work.
After School by Casey Lewis
This one is all about trends in youth culture. I read this to stay current in my job and understand what’s working with the Gen Z and Gen Alpha set. I’m a paid subscriber which means I get the weekend edition - very long, incredibly thorough, and I learn something new and interesting every time. (It was through Casey Lewis’s After School that I discovered EmiJay hair clips… which have not left my head since!).
Sam is the one who introduced me to Rambull! Beyond being one of my all-time favorite people, her newsletter is the perfect, snackable little treat with creative finds across fashion, art, travel, food—you name it. Sam’s taste is unparalleled, and her point of view is something I always appreciate!
Started by three friends who wanted to bring their “group chat” to the world, The Perfect is a monthly newsletter sharing “truly special finds” with readers. Alexa Brazilian(formerly T Magazine) and Aaron Millheiser (who ran collaborations at J Crew for years) have some of the best, most discerning taste of any people I know! I devour every issue and almost always order something! Whether it’s a cocktail recipe, the perfect sweater, or Parchment Baking Sheets, there’s always something unique and intriguing in here.
I discovered Mia’s Substack while on maternity leave and instantly fell in love. She sends a Weekly Meal Prep email with easy recipes (five to be exact!), a grocery list for what you’ll need, along with a dose of nutrition knowledge. I am totally aligned with her approach and have discovered many hacks to make cooking for the week easier (like slow cooker pulled chicken!). She also lives here in LA, with two kids (including a daughter close to Elsie’s age!). We had a fun meeting over the summer, during which we both had to pause to breast feed… It was funny/refreshing!
2/ Brand / Product - What consumer products or clothing brands are you digging?
A few brands on my wish list lately …
In the work-wear category, With Nothing Underneath has great button-down shirts. I just bought the chocolate brown stripe. It’s perfect for work or play – the shirts can swing either way!
I’ve been loving Rixo for holiday dressing. They make elegant vintage styles at a nice price point.
I’ve also been really into pre-loved fashion retailers like The Real Real and Vestiaire Collective lately. I live right by The Real Real on Melrose in LA and love to pop in to see what’s there. You find the better-priced items online, but the user experience is a bit of a grind. Pro tip: search TRR by “editor’s picks” or by brand if you already know what you love. Gem.app is also an amazing tool (think: search engine for pre-loved fashion sites) so I’ve been using that a lot too. Especially helpful if you’re looking for a specific product.
In the hair care arena, ROZ Hair is a personal favorite. Their styling and treatment oils feel so luxe and leave your hair feeling shiny, hydrated, and restored. The ingredients are pristine (and non-toxic, of course), yet the product is as effective as can be. Their founder, Mara, is a celebrity hair stylist in LA and has poured her heart and soul into creating this product line. (If relevant, they gave me a code so LACEY15 gets you 15% off :))
I would be remiss not to mention Rothy’s in this, a brand I’ve been dedicated to building over the past nine years. I started working there in 2015 when we were a small team of five, our two founders included, and had only two footwear silhouettes. The team is now 150+ and our product offering is ROBUST. In the women’s shoe category, the MaryJane is the clear “cool girl” favorite (and the mini MJ for little girls is the cutest thing ever). The Clog is also a top seller. It’s cozy and comforting, like a subtler Birkenstock. By the way, don’t sleep on the men’s! I have three brothers, all with very different styles, and every single one of them wears Rothy’s on repeat. My favorites are the RS01 Sneaker and the Ravello Loafer.
Emi Jay Big Effing Clip. Cherry Kiss is my current favorite.
Productivity wise, I love my Loftie Alarm Clock & Lamp set. I bought the clock and lamp set ahead of my daughter Elsie’s arrival last December. In an effort to move my phone out of our bedroom, I wanted an alarm clock and lamp system that could wake me up smoothly. I have to say, it has worked as promised! Now that Elsie is almost a year, she loves to play with the lamp settings (the red setting always makes her laugh!).
3/ Digital tools - Any phone apps or digital products you think are really cool?
Unroll.me. Unroll.Me has been a game-changer in helping me keep my email inbox tidy. It lets you easily unsubscribe from marketing or junk emails and allows you to “roll up” the non-essentials you still want to read but on your own time. Removing clutter in all areas of life - email inbox included - is something I’m focused on lately! The exercise goes hand-in-hand with culling your closet and reorganizing your kitchen.
4/ Well-being - any habits or daily routines you have to improve your overall well-being? I kindly ask that if you provide a well-being recommendation you also include your favorite Vice
Okay - I have two. (Actually, I have a lot more than two but I’ll spare you the details. After all, that’s what The Lacey List is for :))
The first is Dr. Nigma’s Super Vitamin C Cocktail. With winter of full approach, this is my first line of defense to staying healthy. It’s a liposomal form of Vitamin C, which means it’s bioavailable (easier for your body to absorb). From staving off colds and flu to diminishing signs of aging, Dr. Nigma’s Vitamin C supplement is essential to my wellness regimen!
The second is SWW Alkalize! I discovered Alkalize earlier this year (thanks to Marlien Rentmeester) and wow, I can’t live without it. Renowned nutritionist Sarah Wragge makes a greens powder packaged in a nice little saché so they’re easy to travel with. Essentially, everything “fun” that we eat or drink is acidic (coffee, wine) so it’s important to start your day in an alkaline state. Have this before coffee and you’ll feel infinitely better…
Vice. Caffeine in all forms. Coffee (drip, cappuccino, espresso, latte), matcha, chocolate, you name it. I could also say wine or tequila/mezcal (specifically margs) here but I’m REALLY trying to curb any alcohol intake based on what we know about it now… Unpopular opinion, I know. (I would also emphasize the word ‘trying’ here).
5/ Watch - tv show, movie, documentary...
King Richard! Full disclosure, my husband Tim produced this movie, so it has a special place in my heart. Regardless, I find the Williams family story so inspiring, and I cry every time I watch it. It was also filmed during Covid, which added an insane layer of complexity, making the outcome all the more impressive.
6/ Gift - Have any gifts you've given or received been a huge hit?
Given: My dad has historically been impossible to gift, so this one really stands out. I gave him a Dyson hair dryer last Christmas, and he texts me about it almost weekly to remind me how much he loves it. If you know my dad, this is funny because he doesn’t have a lot of hair… Nevertheless, it’s “powerful, quiet, and sleek” — everything your dad might need in a hair dryer! :)
7/ Travel - is there any standout hotel, travel destination, trip itinerary, or travel product / hack readers should know about?
Passalaqua in Lake Como, which was just named the best hotel in the world. I’ve never slept so soundly in my life! We went for a few nights right after they first opened (thanks to my friend Missy Fauser for planning the trip!). They have a red clay tennis court and the pool setup there is insane. We went in 2022 (I’m pretty sure we were their first paying customers), and I’ve been trying to find a way to go back ever since. It happened to be my birthday and I’m pretty sure every single staff member singled me out to say “Happy Birthday!”
A personal plug - Is there anything specific that I can plug for you (e.g. your business, product you work on, place you volunteer)? I'd like to make this mutually beneficial
My Substack — The Lacey List.
Getting In Touch - If readers want to get in touch with you, what is the best way to do so?
Email or text me! LDW@thelaceylist.com // 860.271.9122
