Both Jackson and I loved our time together shooting this last pregnancy feature just a day before baby arrived. This will be a stay at home summer for me with a new little one, but I will be dressed globally and look forward to global trips in the very near future. Relaxed Lightweight Tunic in White | Soft Drawstring Shorts in Black and White Elephant Pattern (perfect for maternity wear!) | T-Strap Tassel Sandals in Black | Color-Blocked Sunglasses (obsessed with these!) [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2705325″] Short Sleeve Giraffe Button Up | Flat Front Shorts in White | Velcro Sneakers in White This post is a partnership with Old Navy. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting sponsored posts that keep Sacramento Street doors open. Photos by Andrea Posadas for Sacramento Street

When you finally arrive at your third trimester, all you want to wear are comfortable clothes. This has definitely been the case for my second pregnancy. I’ve been asked by readers and friends what my go-to pieces have been throughout my pregnancy. I have a few essentials that I couldn’t have lived without. With baby number two you show a lot sooner, your regular jeans that fit until month seven for your first pregnancy, don’t work by month four – it’s all SO different. When I started looking around for a few key pieces to add to my wardrobe, I discovered a new-to-me site named TILDEN. LOOK ONE Top: Equipment Linen Tunic | Sandals: Fringe Slide Sandal LOOK TWO Dress: Black Tank Dress | Top: Vince Shirred Back Yoke Silk Top LOOK THREE Tunic by Yumi Kim As most of you know, I strive to purchase items that aren’t for pregnancy because it’s such a short window of time that you will actually wear the pieces. Finding items during pregnancy that fit nicely, look good, feel good, and you can wear pre-and post-pregnancy, is the ultimate score in my book. TILDEN is made for the modern mom. They feature pieces that are regular designs from regular designers, some of my everyday go-to brands like Joie, ALC, Equipment, ATM, Enza Costa, and much more! The items are not maternity wear, so you’ll still want to wear them after pregnancy. I’ll be just as apt to wear them after the baby. They’re sophisticated, high quality fabrics, with clean lines and a neutral palate – my idea of perfection! This post is a partnership with TILDEN. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting sponsored posts that keep Sacramento Street doors open. Photos by Andrea Posadas for Sacramento Street #style

When summer arrives I try to take a little time out of my normal hectic work schedule to enjoy where I live. And most importantly, take advantage of the diversity that we have at our fingertips within San Francisco. When you live at the edge of a continent, there are so many places you can visit. How many cities can boast some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, as well as redwood trees that grow to be giants? When you live in a city like this one, you have to constantly remind yourself to take advantage of all that it has to offer. At the beginning of the summer, I set goals of what I want to see in the city and its surroundings. Last summer, I focused upon the neighborhoods I didn’t know well – the Mission, North Beach, Chinatown, and Noe Valley. This summer, my goal is to visit the natural areas – beaches, forests, eucalyptus groves, and SF bay. Many of these places are easy to get to, but once you are there, you have to struggle to compete for the small number of parking spaces – competing with folks from town and tourists from around the world. Recently, I’ve taken to using Uber to avoid the parking drama. One of my favorite adventures, was to go for a visit to the Sutro Baths, a hike through Lands End, and then capped it off with brunch at the Cliff House. I took advantage of upfront pricing with Uber. By using this feature, the ETA and what the cost would be (it was a flat rate). No more hassle – now I can take advantage of places I want to visit without the struggle! Looking out on the Pacific Ocean, I dream of my next adventure in a faraway land. But until then, I will continue to find adventures in my own backyard. I’m already planning my next adventure: to Muir Woods and the lovely giant redwoods. Do you have any adventures you are planning to do in your city this summer? This post is a partnership with Uber. All opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting sponsored posts that keep Sacramento Street doors open. Photos by Andrea Posadas for Sacramento Street #lifestyle

Do you ever feel like your morning has come and gone entirely too quickly? It certainly happens at our house. I think it’s a constant struggle for everyone. By the time we wake up as a family, have our cups of tea (which I re-heat a least 3 times) and get dressed, we are usually behind schedule. With that being said, we’re tried to create a certain rhythm that works for us. Here are three things that have helped me be more efficient in the mornings. I’ll be honest, it doesn’t happen all the time. Showering at night. This may sound simple but if I actually have the energy to shower at night and do my hair, then I’m not the last one to get dressed in the morning. Tidying up. I’ve followed this rule for a long time. Every night before going to bed I spend at least 10 to 15 minutes cleaning up toys, mail, shoes – basically anything that looks out of place. I can’t tell you how amazing it feels to wake up and have everything in order. Yes, it gets messy all over again but a least it’s not a mess on top of a mess. Outfit plan. Since I usually get everyone else ready before myself, I’ve found that figuring out what to wear in advance based on my schedule helps me out. I used to find myself staring at my closet feeling like I had nothing to wear. And while options are limited these days with only five weeks left until my due date, it still helps knowing what I will be wearing. Do you have any helpful tips for creating a better morning routine for you and your family? I still need to work on the breakfast/lunch making part. Photos by Andrea Posadas for Sacramento Street #lifestyle

One of the things I look forward to the most in the summer, are impromptu days at the beach. The lovely thing about San Francisco, is the close proximity to some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. It’s a giant sand box for my son and I can relax and lounge while he is in beach heaven. There isn’t too much planning involved – I just pack up snacks (required with a toddler) and roll up my Hedgehouse throwbeds and head for one of the many beaches we have here. I love being able to relax on the cloud-like softness of mattresses made of down and feathers. And I don’t have to worry about sand since they have covers that can be cleaned. I find shaking them out after a beach visit is all I need to do. I also bring along a towel in case my son and I decide to wade into the ocean. My favorite towel (beyond beautiful!) is the Hedgehouse Travel Towels in a large blue and white stripe. Seriously, what says summer more than blue and white stripes! Also, Hedgehouse is having a Memorial Day sale – 25% off sitewide with code HHSTYLE – so if you are looking to add a few essentials for this summer now is the time to do so! We’ll be taking advantage of being a family of three this Memorial Day weekend before baby girl arrives – I’m hoping the fog breaks for a little beach trip. Do you have any plans this holiday weekend? I probably won’t be going on any big trips this summer with a baby arriving in a few weeks, but I know I can have perfect days right here at home! Photos by Andrea Posadas for Sacramento Street #lifestyle

I’m smitten over the new cookbook by Julia Turshen! Small Victories is a way of cooking that synchronizes perfectly with the way I cook. The food is real and Turshen believes that making changes to a recipe is a good thing. Gone are the recipes that require exact ingredients. Instead, this cookbook encourages experimentation. After a recipe is provided, Turshen provides “Spin-Offs”. For example, the Parmesan Soup with Tiny Pasta and Peas, can spin-off to become a Bean and Greens Soup or an Onion Soup. Small Victories is destined to become one of my go-to books to get my creative juices flowing and delicious dinners prepared for my family. Tonight I’m preparing the Spring Pea & Leek + Herb Soup and Caesar Salad! Do you have any cookbooks that you can’t get enough of right now? Photos by Andrea Posadas for Sacramento Street #cooking #lifestyle

I’ve been known to be a coat lover. My love for beautiful coats started while working for Erica Tanov back in college. I was taught by the amazing ladies I worked with that having one stunning coat can transform an outfit. It’s so true. To this day I still have those beautiful coats. Fast forward to today, I still have the same mindset. There is nothing like investing in quality. When I first came across Lan Jaenicke’s beautiful collection at Jessie Black I was in complete awe of the craftsmanship, fabric and silhouettes that are timeless. Basically, everything I look for in a coat. I soon realized I had to know the woman behind the line. Lan welcomed me into her Atelier/Home/Workspace and as I walked through the space I realized I had discovered something special. Friends, this space is one that I dream about every day. I sat down with Lan to talk about what brings her inspiration, how she creates balance and details about her collection. Read on to get thoroughly inspired! What was the inspiration behind launching Lan Jaenicke? Your wardrobe is an expression of self. It’s all about how you feel from the inside. How others look at you is less important. Therefore, the fabric is the most essential as it’s the touch that gives you a comforting sensation and you truly feel you are taking care of yourself. When you feel good, you look good and you do your best in anything. Luxurious fabric and clean lines are the foundation of Lan Jaenicke. Being 100% cashmere is pure luxury and only the person wearing it feels it. The cut is also key. A good cut will accentuate the best of you. You’ve created a brand that is timeless, when you are designing new pieces where do you draw your inspiration? Travel, style icons, lifestyle? Travel is a big part of my lifestyle and I enjoy it. I draw inspiration from people I meet and my interaction with them. It’s the little things in life that hit you at the right time. Music also is a big part of my inspiration source. It affects my mood and gets me in touch with feelings. Emotions are the source of creativity. I am also a person of contrast and I am attracted to the extremes. Like the clean sharp masculine lines with feminine soft fabric. Finding the balance somewhere in between is my organic inspiration process. Your May Edit – do you have a particular piece or pieces that you love? The sage cashmere T is my current love. It gives me the warmth and comfort of a cashmere sweater, yet it’s much more polished, elevated and most importantly, it feels good and it’s different! Let’s dive into how you’ve been able to create a space that embodies live/work/atelier. For me, there is no clear line between work and life. My work is my passion and I believe life is about following your passion and making it a reality. Everything I do is because I want to and there’s no compromise. How I live is how I work. This is a space I can be quiet and do the deep work, be in touch with myself. I need all my elements to support me to be at my most creative state. I travel often to shows and production sites, and this is the base I come back to digest after absorbing all the information along the way. Tell us how they coexist and how you’ve been able to create these four pillars of your life to flow so well together. I have the flexibility while being an entrepreneur, yet I also need the discipline to accomplish my vision. It can be chaotic in the outside world, so it’s important to connect with myself every day and stay focused. I am very aware of what I need and what works for me. It’s a natural flow when I set up the house. Everything just fell into place. The key is to follow your bliss (my favorite quote from Joseph Campbell). I knew I wanted to create the space to allow my essentials to grow and flourish. I call them the 4 pillars of life – mind, body, spirit and connection. The meditation room is the center pillar of my being, it also is in the center of the house. When I’m good in this place, all else is good. The flow when you walk into the space: The meditation space first, where you will feel calm and peaceful as soon as you enter the space. Then you see the 2 connection spaces (sitting room + atelier). The sitting room is where conversations are bouncing. We use the atelier for client fittings or collaborations with other artists. There are no digital elements – no computers in these connection spaces. Just old school communication and one on one attention. I believe that’s when we truly connect. The den is behind the sitting room. It’s the only place that has a computer. Although I used asian antique elements to balance out the modern digital aspects. The kitchen is behind the atelier, where it reflects self-care and beauty from within. I also do my skin care routine and make up here in the morning light. I call it my wellness galley. Do you feel as though having each of these spaces connected helps you with the design of your brand? Absolutely. My brand is a reflection of me. The spaces are a symbol of my essentials, which I live by every day. They support me to be authentic in my creative process. I also can see things more clearly, either the necessity of a seam on the neckline or the priority in life. I don’t see my brand as a clothing line, but a lifestyle item. It’s not about the clothes, it’s always about the woman who is wearing it. Her personality will shine and the clothes are only here to support who she is. What do we have to look forward to seeing in your fall collection? My favorite season for clothing! The depths of weather and culture create opportunity for change and layers. Endless choices. Our styles are classic and I intentionally stay away from the trends, which are short lived. I enjoy creating unexpected surprises. You will discover embroidered linings, the glow from within. Let’s be honest, we all need something to lift from within, to adapt when environments change and to function with style and elegance. Embrace who you are. Not perfect but authentic. Lan’s collection is available online at lanjaenicke.com and in boutiques including Jessie Black at 3252 Sacramento Street in SF. Also, she will be opening a pop up store this August through December at 2185 Fillmore Street. This pop up will showcase the entire collection – from clothing to home. You will also find mommy and me matching cashmere jackets in collaboration with Mud Pie. A HUGE thank you to Lan for welcoming us into her stunning space. I will forever be inspired by it! Photos for Sacramento Street by Caitlin Flemming #lifestyle #interiors

There is nothing quite like having a go-to t-shirt brand that you love. I recently discovered my favorite brand of tees that I can’t get enough of by The Great. I’ve had one of their heather grey tees since this fall and wear it religiously. The fact that it’s super soft, the cut is flattering, and it washes great, checks off all of the boxes in my book. That’s why I recently picked up a couple extra shirts to add to my wardrobe. As I’ve mentioned, I’m all about wearing light colored neutrals, so I had to get the ivory. Everyone has their favorite t-shirt brand – what is your favorite? SHOP THE POST #style

This weekend is a special one – celebrating all mamas! This year is exciting since we are expecting baby girl in just a month (where did time go?). When Modern Citizen – a brand that I’ve long time admired for their thoughtfully design clothing and home products – came to me asking if they could capture both Jackson and I at home in our natural environment, I jumped at the chance. Rinkal Lightweight Tank Dress in Black Stripe Saskia Long Textured Moto Jacket in Sand 14K Gold Thick Open Wrap Cuff Minimalist Stoneware Tumbler in Ghost Shino Each and everyday with my family I strive to create memories that I’ll never forget. Whether its a walk to the park, a giggle I get for tickling him or a new phrase Jackson has picked up – I try to bottle them all up. This Mother’s Day weekend we will be cherishing some special moments as a family of three. What are you looking forward to doing this weekend? Photos by Therese Jacinto of Modern Citizen #style #lifestyle

Wearing all white is one of my go-to favorite looks this time of year. What is it about summer whites that makes you feel so carefree? One thing I’ve tried to do more of this pregnancy, is finding everyday brands that work for me throughout these nine months that I’ll be able to wear after the baby arrives. One brand that I’ve been gravitating towards a lot this pregnancy is Madewell. Their silhouettes, loose shaped tops and fabrics are perfect for a baby bump. For a pregnant mama, it’s definitely nice have these brands to turn to. Now that I’m in the home stretch with only five weeks remaining, it’s a comfort to know I have clothes I feel good in. SHOP THE POST Thank you Madewell for providing the clothes to make this post possible. Photos by Andrea Posadas for Sacramento Street #style