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February 5, 2024      20 Comments

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Mondays Are More Fun with Avara!

Are you ready for a whole new adventure here at Make Life Marvelous?

 

I am so excited to share with you that I am an Avara Ambassador! A huge thanks to Carrie from Curly Crafty Mom for recommending their program to me!

 

I received their welcome package literally at the speed of light late last week. The pieces they sent me were packaged with care and included such a sweet card welcoming me into their Ambassador program.

 

Kyle was so kind to take these photos for me on Saturday morning, and I grabbed an iced Ambrosia (secret recipe from my favorite local coffee shop) for fuel.

 

Mondays Are More Fun with Avara!

Avara sent me two beautiful pieces from their collection: Mamie Sweater in pink (an Avara exclusive!) and Becca Jeans. Both of these make the perfect combination for a fun Valentine’s Day look!

 

Avara look

I added a pair of black ballet flats, my Kate Spade dupe from TJ Maxx that has a pretty chain strap that reminded me of the pattern on my sweater, and my ladybug charm bracelet from Alex and Ani (a beautiful surprise Christmas gift from a friend – thanks Crystal!).

 

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Both the sweater and jeans are super comfortable and fit me true to size. I’m wearing a size small for the sweater and size 27 (5) for the jeans.

 

I love pieces that can be worn for holidays and beyond, and these definitely check those boxes!

 

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You can use my discount code MAKELIFEMARVELOUS15 to take 15% off! This code can also be used at checkout for any other pieces you love that are not currently on sale!

 

Speaking of sale, Avara is currently having a super sale on their beautiful Valentine’s Day collection – you can snag their V-Day goodies for 30% off with this link!

 

That’s a wrap on my Avara post, sweet friends! I truly hope you enjoyed this collaboration today, please let me know in the comments and if you’ve bought anything from Avara before!

 

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  1. Kathrine Eldridge says

    February 5, 2024 at 9:50 AM

    I am so in love with this cute look! I love everything Avara has. You look so chic Ashley! The pink and red combo is so fabulous!

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 5, 2024 at 10:37 AM

      Oh, that means so much, Kathrine! šŸ™‚ This one is definitely a whole new venture for me, but very exciting! Avara truly has such beautiful pieces and so happy you loved this look!

      Reply
  2. Teresa Stephenson says

    February 5, 2024 at 10:40 AM

    I love the outfit and I must say you wear it well! Beautiful clothes and beautiful pictures!

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 5, 2024 at 11:44 AM

      Aww, thank you SO much, that’s very kind of you!

      Reply
  3. Jill says

    February 5, 2024 at 12:19 PM

    Congrats on being an Avara ambassador! This outfit is darling! I love the print of your sweater! And those jeans are so cute on you!

    Jill – Doused in Pink

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 20, 2024 at 10:55 AM

      Aww, thank you so much Jill, I appreciate it so much! šŸ™‚ I am in love with this print too, and the jeans are really great quality and comfortable too!

      Reply
  4. Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom says

    February 5, 2024 at 12:20 PM

    You are quite the model! Love this entire post and Kyle was SO sweet to take your photos. I’m always incredibly thankful for Brian’s help. I love that sweater on you, the color goes perfect with you and I love the chain pattern. It’s perfect for V-Day and the early Spring when it is still cold. If I ever come out your way, I need to try that Ambrosia coffee!!!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 20, 2024 at 10:57 AM

      Aww, thank you tons Carrie! I’m so thankful Kyle got those photos and Brian is so kind to take yours too!! I agree on the sweater pattern, it’s so pretty and I’m excited to wear it this spring too! Yes, I so wish I could just ship you their ambrosia iced coffee, haha!

      Reply
  5. Melody Jacob says

    February 5, 2024 at 8:42 PM

    Oh my God, your sweatshirt is so cute. I love the design and the way you styled it.
    Congratulations on becoming an Avara Ambassador! It’s fantastic to hear about your enthusiasm for this new adventure at Make Life Marvelous.

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 20, 2024 at 10:58 AM

      Oh, thank you so much Melody!! I appreciate it so very much! šŸ™‚ The sweater is so cozy and perfect for this time of year, and it is really neat to step out into something a little different in this neck of the woods!

      Reply
  6. Jennifer says

    February 6, 2024 at 5:12 AM

    You look adorable!!! That sweater is so cute!!

    Jennifer
    Curated by Jennifer

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 20, 2024 at 10:59 AM

      Aww, thank you SO much Jennifer!! So happy you liked the sweater too!

      Reply
  7. Laura Bambrick says

    February 6, 2024 at 10:54 PM

    This is such a cute outfit on you! I just love the sweater. I can’t get enough pink!

    Reply
    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 20, 2024 at 10:59 AM

      Thank you tons Laura, pink is always a favorite for me too!!

      Reply
  8. Brigitta says

    February 9, 2024 at 3:33 AM

    Such a lovely outfit šŸ™‚

    https://brigittapasztor.blogspot.com/

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 20, 2024 at 10:59 AM

      Thank you so much, Brigitta! šŸ™‚

      Reply
  9. Candice says

    February 9, 2024 at 6:27 AM

    I adore that sweater, so cute!

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    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 20, 2024 at 11:00 AM

      Thank you so much Candice, so happy you loved the sweater!

      Reply
  10. Kristen | kristenwoolsey.com says

    February 9, 2024 at 5:33 PM

    You look awesome!! What a cool partnership.

    Reply
    • Make Life Marvelous says

      February 12, 2024 at 2:32 PM

      Aww, thank you tons Kristen!! šŸ™‚

      Reply

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