2.11.2010

Blogger's Favorites -- Kirsten of Simply Grove

I’m awfully fond of Kirsten Grove.

For one she’s incredibly nice, and “nice” is always at the tippy top of my list of admirable attributes… I’m fond of nice people.

But Kirsten goes beyond nice. She’s also warm + creative + interesting + funny + lovely (actually, after meeting her at Alt, I can report that she’s not just lovely, she’s gorgeous and supermodel tall.)

So there’s all that too.

There’s also her blog Simply Grove and her stunning home. She can work white like no other (see evidence in those bookshelves below…)

So without further ado, let’s take a peek at her list.

Herewith Kirsten’s favorites. Enjoy and have a splendid weekend!


Interior Styling- Styling a room for me is like giving a child ice cream. It is such a treat and I could do it everyday, all day! This flickr group has been a fun source for styling.


Jackson Hole Wyoming- I lived in Jackson when I was a toddler and have been back for almost every summer since. I love the history of the town. The shopping has evolved and the dining is fantastic! The Tetons alone make the trip worth it.


Moments- Sometimes its the little moments that make the most memories! I love making little memories with my hubby.


White Chocolate- I constantly get made fun of for my love for white chocolate. I know its a kiddish candy but I still adore it!


Adoption- My heart for adoption increases everyday. Both of my children are adopted. They are the most amazing miracles in my life.


Chairs- My interior addiction! I LOVE chairs. All design periods, shapes, colors, textures. I could fill a whole home up with just chairs. The fulton lounge chair is my current favorite.


  • Dresses- There is something so beautiful about wearing a dress. Even paired with flats, dresses are feminine and chic.
  • Statement Pieces- When I dress I try to incorporate one statement piece in my outfit. I would so pair this necklace with a simple black shirt, skinny jeans and oxford shoes.
  • Iced Chai's- My all the time drink!
  • Burt's Bees- It is currently all I can apply on my lips. I recently got an allergic reaction towards an expired lip gloss (Word to the wise. Check the expiration dates on your makeup products!) so I am constantly putting on Burt's Bees Radiance Lip Shimmer.

26 comments:

Melissa de la Fuente said...

Love it! Kristin is so incredibly talented, her styling is inspirational and her favorite things are all so lovely. Your two little ones are absolute beauties hun and I agree that the little moments are sometimes the best memories. Thanks for sharing this with us ladies!
xo
Melis

Anne @ The City Sage said...

Kirsten is THE BEST! The best style, the best home, the best taste, and the best most cutie pie kidlets in the whole world. LOVE!

karey m. said...

love this girl. she was one of the ones i was so looking forward to meeting at alt.

and then i met a supermodel and kirsten grove flew to the back of my mind. this girl was STUNNING! and SWEET! and cool as heck.

turns out her name was also kirsten grove.

serendipity, yes?

rikshaw design said...

so ahhhmazing! i teared up with the shot of your adorable adopted kids..

Sarah Bradley said...

Love that dress from Shop Bop! Great find!

And those kids. Oh my. Adorable.

Shayna said...

Kirsten and her cousin are the nicest supermodels that I've ever met.

Anonymous said...

I just love these lists. great one this week, thanks!

Unknown said...

Really found your list of loves to be very insightful...smiles.
Happy weekend!

Polly Rowan said...

I really love this list! Especially as I already follow her blog. Mmmm white chocolate. And her children are SO CUTE!! xx

Unknown said...

Wow, she sure is something isn't she?

Thanks for sharing!

simplesong said...

great list! love kirsten's blog!

Jessica @ Lavender and Lilies said...

I am an avid reader of Kristen's blog. I love this post!

Taylor said...

beautiful favorites! thank you for sharing this blogger, joslyn:)

i love that you have adopted! i have a tremendous heart for adoption but my husband doesn't seem crazy about the idea. i would never want to push him to do something he doesn't want so i just pray that his heart is one day moved like mine.

Jane Flanagan said...

Ahh! So nice to get to know Kirsten better - she's amazing!! Thank you both for sharing!

*kk* said...

What a great interview!! So blessed to call her my friend! Kirsten is not only a great designer.. a wonderful mother and wife but an incredible friend! She is probably the most giving person I know..and touches so many lives on a personal level! Love ya Kirst!

nadia said...

how i love this list! my heart just melted when i read adoption!

Unknown said...

i love this post! her children are sooo cute! i am heading over to her site! thanks! happy v day!

Vivi said...

And she's got some great style - I want to hate her, but you say she's nice?? Darn it - then I guess I can't... :)

paula said...

she is such a sweety and has such a fabulous blog. I had no idea you adopted, that is awesome!

Melissa A said...

Love her blog and design style.

Pure Mod Life said...

she is so amazing! love love love!

Maria | Vintage Simple said...

Oh, I loved reading this! Thank you both for sharing it here!

xo,
-maria

KJ said...

I believe: adoption is every bit the miracle that labor and delivery are. if not more miraculous. happy for you.

Simply Grove said...

Thanks everyone for your super sweet comments!!! Thanks Joslyn for being amazing:)

mrs boo radley said...

She's FABULOUS! I don't think I commented on this post before...so I just had to come by (I'm tardy) to say that!

Heidi said...

I just recently your blog Simply Grove, and I agree...lovely!