Alisha Ramos

Washington, D.C.

Founder and Editor at Girls’ Night In

Founder and Writer at Downtime by Alisha Ramos

⚡️ Brand marketing + community for brands ✏️ Writes Downtime, a bestselling newsletter on Substack 👩‍💻 Prev: Tech/product design 📧 [email protected]

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Articles

Little rituals, big difference

4 days ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos

I joked in my last letter that I no longer really have “downtime” for myself lately (the mom life!). But what downtime I do get, I’ve treasured. These days, my downtime—or little slivers of leisure time—might look like this, ranked by how much time I’ve got…One hour: Hopping into bed early to read a book. This, hands down, is my favorite type of leisure time. Even just an hour of reading in bed—with no screens, no talking, and a slightly-too-warm blanket—is a kind of domestic euphoria.
A summer food bucket list, gorgeous galettes, and a curly hair hack

1 week ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos |Rebecca Firkser

Every Friday, I share a roundup of fun and practical recommendations from myself and guests—think books, recipes, little joys. Paid subscribers receive the full post, along with bonus monthly content. Subscribe for $5/month here.
Beat-up Vans, nail repair serum, and a $12 sweatshirt

1 week ago | platonicloveletter.substack.com | Platonic Love |Aliza Sir |Aja Frost |Alisha Ramos

Hi! It’s Aliza. I chopped off my hair last week (it’s CLB summer?!) and it feels like one of the best decisions I’ve made in months. The cut has given me a little jolt of confidence and positivity during an otherwise tough week. (Aja: And it looks *fantastic.*)This is our weekly roundup of all the things we genuinely loved buying, watching, reading, and more. Rewind to 2017.
What’s in my chaotic week survival toolkit + cute nursery finds

2 weeks ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos

Every Friday, I share a roundup of fun and practical recommendations—think books, recipes, little joys. Paid subscribers get the full post, plus bonus monthly content. Subscribe for $5/month here!If this email cuts off, you can view it on the web. Today’s edition is unlocked for all thanks to our amazing partner, Etsy. Hello, we’ve made it to Friday!I swear I sound like a broken record. But really, it’s been a lot. Is everyone else also barely hanging on?
The Book I Couldn’t Stop Thinking About

2 weeks ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos

This was written and has been sitting in my drafts since April. I decided to say “f it” and hit send. Enjoy, and let me know what you think. If you’d like more in-depth book chats, please lmk!Downtime is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. If you’re at all attuned to the literary book world, you’ve most likely stumbled upon heaps of praise for Katie Kitamura’s latest novel, Audition.
A 5-Minute Tour of Our New Kitchen!

2 weeks ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos

Hello! We just renovated our kitchen in the house we bought and moved into last year, and I thought it would be fun to share a quick video tour of it with my paid subscribers. Quick note before we dive in: I debated whether to share our renovation publicly, especially during such a fraught time. The last thing I want is for this to feel show-offy or out of touch. I hope the way I'm sharing and will continue to share is helpful, joyful, and inspiring to you, no matter what your current situation is.
How I’m Getting Dressed for Real Life These Days

3 weeks ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos

Today’s post is in partnership with Varley and is unlocked for all subscribers. This email may be cut off; if so, please see the web version for the full version. My weekly recs and links are at the bottom today!The other day, I found myself screenshotting a few outfit ideas I loved on Instagram to try and recreate them later.
Recs #92: A mini edition of fun things

4 weeks ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos

Welcome back to the weekly Friday roundup at Downtime. Hi and happy Friday! It’s been quite the week here, so consider this a snacky, mini edition of the Friday letter. We’ve been busy getting back into a routine after the long holiday weekend (felt so good to go back to the gym), and quite busy wrapping up the final stages of our kitchen reno, which I’m sure you’re tired of hearing about.
3 Good Things with Hannah Orenstein

1 month ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos

Welcome back to 3 Good Things at Downtime, a recurring series where I chat with creative women I admire about their current loves—and the small, meaningful things shaping their lives right now. Give me a book set on a lake and I’m in. Make it a book written on the lake, by someone who lives on that lake? I’m sprinting to grab a copy. I just devoured Maine Characters by Hannah Orenstein, and it’s such a perfect summer read. I went in expecting a romance—and what I got was even better.
Your long weekend sales cheat sheet

1 month ago | downtime.substack.com | Alisha Ramos

Sending this a bit earlier than intended! I hope your long weekend plans involve basking in the sun, doing very little, and having an excellent book in tow. I’ve pulled a few good sales that I’m planning to have a little scroll through. Enjoy and let me know if you get anything good! —AlishaReminder that I’m running a 20% off subscriptions sale now! Subscribe now to save. APIECE APART: Up to 60% off. Chic, polished, classic-with-a-twist pieces, like this v-neck vest and cinched top.