Here is the deal — running a website dedicated to celebrating fashion and entertainment costs money. Hosting, design, research, and an unhealthy amount of coffee all add up. To help keep CarsonKressley.com running (and to keep us in reasonably stylish outfits while we write), some of the links on this site are affiliate links.
What Are Affiliate Links?
An affiliate link is a special URL that tracks when you click through to a product or service. If you decide to make a purchase after clicking one of these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Think of it as a tiny thank-you from the retailer for sending you their way — like a finder’s fee, but for fabulous things.
How This Works in Practice
When we mention a product, book, fashion item, or service on this site, we may include links to retailers or platforms where you can purchase or learn more. Some of these links are affiliate links through programs such as (but not limited to):
- Amazon Associates
- ShareASale
- Commission Junction
- Other retail and entertainment affiliate programs
When you click one of these links and make a purchase, we receive a small percentage of the sale. The price you pay remains exactly the same — the commission comes from the retailer, not from your wallet.
Our Editorial Independence
Let us be crystal clear about something: affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial content. We do not write about products or services just because they have an affiliate program. Our coverage is driven by relevance to Carson Kressley’s career, fashion and entertainment topics that we genuinely find interesting, and content we believe our readers will enjoy.
If we recommend something, it is because we think it is worth your attention — not because someone is paying us to say so. Our credibility is more valuable to us than any commission check (and trust us, the commission checks are not exactly buying us front-row seats at Fashion Week).
Transparency Is Always in Style
We believe in being upfront with our readers. This disclosure exists because:
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires that we disclose affiliate relationships
- We believe you deserve to know how this site generates revenue
- Transparency is simply the right thing to do — consider it the honesty policy of our little corner of the internet
Advertising
In addition to affiliate links, this site may display advertisements from third-party ad networks. These ads help support the site financially. Advertisers may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing history. You can manage your ad preferences through your browser settings or by visiting the advertising network’s opt-out page.
Questions?
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships, advertising, or anything else about how this site operates, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] or visit our Contact page. We are happy to explain — transparency looks good on everyone.
Last updated: March 2026