Everything about Ashley Nicole Affair says equality; we love your love, and fully support any and EVERY couple! We want to let our clients and their loved ones know that we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We do everything possible to let our clients know that we hold space for them, and that we also embrace love in all forms. There is no difference between any of our couples; all we see is a love story and a fairytale to create.
Meet Your Soulpreneur + Generator
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Ashley, founder of Ashley Nicole Affair, Fleur Affair, and now Fleur Collective Studios, is a resilient and intuitive entrepreneur who thrives off of overcoming adversity and turning pain into purpose. Ashley's ventures serve as a beacon of advice for both aspiring and existing businesses. As a proud single mother to her son, Luca, Ashley believes that the journey of entrepreneurship has no limit to its success. With her aptitude for business, consulting, digital marketing, and intuitive knowledge, Ashley continues to uplift other entrepreneurs to their highest potential.
Obsessed with all things spiritual, Ashley has leaned into her higher self through astrology + tarot cards. She is passionate about sharing her story, advocating for grief and loss, and is proud to share her journey with her autoimmune disease. Her successes stem from a healed soul’s journey and she loves being an active CEO of the company + the first person you will talk to on the phone about your big day! |
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Meet Austin’s OG Wedding Day Super Woman
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Barbara has been in the wedding and catering business for more than 40 years. In 1996, she opened her own business called Barbara's Brides. She helped the early Austin wedding business grow and get organized. Barbara was a founding member to create the first Austin association for wedding planners and vendors, called AWEC, and led it for many years, including as President. She was also on the board of NEAWP and helped personally mentor a lot of planners along the way. She has always been a leader, able to make people feel calm, surrounds herself with good, creative energy, and with her vast experience knows how to get things done. If you need to change direction, help with creating a vision or solving a problem, Barbara can do it!
As an empty-nester for six years, Barbara's main goal has been to improve her mind, body, and spirit and anyone else who wants to do the same. Helping others keep their eyes on the most important things in life, believing in themselves, loving what makes them special, always moving forward, learning new things, and trying different paths. |
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Meet Your Multilingual Wedding Day Enthusiast
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Eva, a dedicated educator in Austin, found her passion for weddings by officiating, assisting, singing, and participating in several special occasions. Originally hailing from Germany, Eva is fluent in both German and Polish, but spent several years in Michigan as a college event planner and high school English teacher, before moving to Texas. As a middle school Special Education teacher, Eva has boundless energy and a knack for connecting with every kind of person. Fueling her hopeless romantic side, Eva met the love of her life at a dog park in Austin, which inspires and deepens her passion for planning events that celebrate true love. When she’s not busy learning silly middle school slang or helping orchestrate unforgettable celebrations for couples at Ashley Nicole Affair, Eva enjoys traveling with her boo, binge-watching Gilmore Girls, whipping up a storm in the kitchen, and snuggling with her fur babies.
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Meet the Face Behind the 'Gram
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Jessica is one of the biggest integral roles behind the scenes as she has eyes on all three companies from her home in Houston, TX and is our digital marketing guru. Not only does she have an extensive background in planning with Ashley Nicole Affair, but she is known to have a keen eye for crafting stunning table scapes and transforming any blank canvas into a work of art. With extensive experience in various cities across the country, including Seattle, Denver, LA, and Austin, Jessica's expertise in the hospitality industry is enriched by her diverse experiences. Her insider knowledge ensures seamless planning, but her hard work is mostly done behind the scenes as she is the mastermind behind all of our social media! Jessica is also a supermom, balancing family and passion with grace. With nearly ten years of marriage, Jessica understands the significance of this special journey. Her meticulous attention to detail shines through in every aspect of her work.
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Meet The Mary Poppins of Planning
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Kelli, a Texas native, has a unique journey from East Texas to North Texas, eventually settling in Austin with her husband and two children. She pursued her passion for communication at the University of North Texas, setting the stage for her future endeavors. After graduation, Kelli discovered her love for weddings and was captivated by the opportunity to help couples create and enjoy their special day. Her journey led her to become a mother, nurturing her two children, Nathaniel and Hailey. When not working in the wedding planning industry, Kelli enjoys building forts and swimming. Her story serves as a testament to the power of love and passion in the world of weddings.
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Meet Your Land of Enchantment Operations + Planner
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Kerri, a fashion prodigy from Plano, TX, has transitioned from a fashion designer to a wedding whisperer, focusing on dream weddings. Born in Albuquerque, NM, Kerri has worked for brands like Billabong, BCBG, Volcom, and her own collections. She is also a graphic design teacher, cheerleading coach, and mother to three cats and a playful German Shepherd pup. Kerri's wedding passion began when she orchestrated her own magical day. Her expertise extends beyond planning weddings, offering couples an all-encompassing, magical experience. Kerri and Ashley, who started their careers at 14, have a dynamic professional duo dedicated to transforming dreams into reality. Their journey began with a chance encounter at McDonald's and telemarketing at MCI, and they continue to work together in the wedding industry.
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Meet Your Hype Woman + Honorary Bridesmaid
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Mallorie, a Texan native and Austin transplant, has over ten years of experience in event planning and management. With a "all hands on deck" mentality, Mallorie is known for her ability to make conversation with a brick wall and is always ready to help. With a background in theatre, Mallorie believes in the quote "There are no small parts, only small actors" when it comes to planning weddings. She is committed to ensuring the bride and groom have the day of their dreams, no matter what. When she's not focused on wedding details, Mallorie enjoys listening to true-crime podcasts, spending time with family and friends, and traveling. A perfect day for Mallorie is on the beach with a novel in hand, gushing about an upcoming or past wedding, as she is born to create natural relationships with her clients and reminds them about the best times of their lives!
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Meet Your Well Traveled Wedding Extraordinaire
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Sara, who was born and raised in South Texas, is set to graduate from St. Edward's University with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Entrepreneurship. She has always loved planning events, starting with planning those for family and friends and then progressing on to planning events for school. Because of this, she went to Italy and studied wedding planning and flower creation for a semester. It's the little things, like Sara's belief in the enchantment of the little things, which make an event truly memorable.
Sara likes unwind by hanging out with friends, going for long walks, and teaching yoga when she's not working or learning. Sara is inspired by her Hispanic heritage and loves to learn about other cultures through weddings. |
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