Ashley Avignone accompanied Taylor Swift during the 2024 Super Bowl on February 11, 2024, and joined her at various games throughout the 2023 NFL season. As a longtime member of Taylor’s circle, her attendance at the prominent event intrigued fans who were eager to learn more about her connection to Taylor.
Who Is Ashley Avignone?
Ashley is a stylist and designer, who studied fashion/apparel design at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, graduating in 2006.
Originally from Los Angeles, she was raised in Arizona before returning to the West Coast to pursue her career. Currently, she resides in New York City.
GettyAshley's styling journey began as an assistant to a celebrity stylist, and she appeared on season 3 of The Rachel Zoe Project in 2010. She gained experience under top industry professionals for six years before establishing her own career path. In a 2013 interview, she mentioned that signing with her agency, The Wall Group, in 2012 marked her “big break.”
“When I took the step to strike out on my own, I was anxious,” she confessed. “I was incredibly fortunate to secure representation quickly. Believing in yourself is crucial, but having others believe in you makes a difference too.”
Initially focusing on styling for red carpet events, Ashley now primarily collaborates with brands on diverse creative and strategic projects.
How Did Ashley Avignone and Taylor Swift Meet?
Taylor and Ashley were introduced by their mutual friend Emma Stone, who, like Ashley, also has roots in Arizona. Beyond their long-standing friendship, Ashley has also provided styling for Emma at past events.
GettyIn a 2019 Instagram post celebrating Taylor’s birthday, Ashley noted that she had been friends with the Grammy-winning artist for 11 years, indicating their friendship began in 2008.
Ashley was among the group of friends who joined Taylor to celebrate her 22nd birthday, an event that led to the creation of the song “22” on her album *Red*. The original liner notes for this pop song hint at a secret message that states, “Ashley Dianna [Agron] Claire [Kislinger] Selena [Gomez].”
Who Are Ashley Avignone's Celebrity Friends?
Apart from her connections with Emma and Taylor, Ashley, a stylist, is frequently seen with stars such as Gigi Hadid, Martha Hunt, and Blake Lively in New York City. She attended the “Anti-Hero” singer’s 34th birthday celebration and also marked the Fourth of July at Taylor’s Rhode Island residence in 2023. In April 2023, Ashley joined Gigi for a birthday celebration with a large group of friends at Disneyland.
Ashley has also been spotted with other famous personalities like Antoni Porowski, Justin Theroux, Michelle Pfeiffer, Este Haim, Alana Haim, Sabrina Carpenter, and more.
Ashley Avignone's Attendance at Taylor Swift’s Surprise Eras-Themed Party
After the conclusion of her record-breaking world tour, Taylor was surprised with a themed party thrown by her boyfriend Travis Kelce in December 2024.
“When she was expecting a small, intimate dinner, she was met with a large surprise gathering of her friends and family, complete with props,” Ashley wrote alongside a set of photos from the event, featuring an image of Travis presenting Taylor with “the last 22 hat.”