Kyle Baliles and Aubrey's journey began in 2015, during a pivotal moment in Aubrey’s life as she recovered from a serious horseback riding injury. As she navigated the transition from retiring from the sport to working within Biltmore’s Agricultural Department, Kyle stood by her side, offering steadfast support through a season of endings and new beginnings. In August 2016, they were married and soon began building a family together. As life evolved, Aubrey found herself reflecting on how she might leave her own unique mark on the legacy she inherited. That answer began to take shape in the most unexpected way—when a treasured family heirloom, an emerald ring once belonging to Edith Vanderbilt, broke loose and landed in a butter dish at a family wedding. This charming mishap sparked inspiration. The ring ignited an idea, and Aubrey began sketching a redesign of its setting. Ultimately, she chose to leave the original design untouched, recognizing its timeless beauty and historical significance—but it was just the beginning. Encouraged by Kyle, who recognized the creative light reigniting within her, she tapped back into her artistic roots. That initial spark grew into something much greater, eventually leading to the design of her very first ring—and with it, the inception of Avermore. Avermore became more than a creative outlet; it became Aubrey’s way of honoring her family’s heritage while forging a path of her own. She credits its foundation to the support of those around her, and especially to the unwavering belief and encouragement from her husband. Today, Aubrey and Kyle work side by side in building Avermore—not only as a business, but as a living extension of their shared legacy, one they hope to pass on to future generations.