The Tellar Fashion Hub: The UK's Largest Independent Fashion Content Library

A comprehensive declaration of editorial independence, transparency, and accountability for our 5,000+ free, unbiased fashion articles

Official Editorial Policy Statement | Published by Tellar Editorial Team | January 2025Public Declaration of Independence | Verification Procedures | Accountability Framework

Our Founding Principle: Complete Editorial Independence

This document serves as our public declaration, accountability framework, and verification protocol.

The Tellar Fashion Hub is the UK's largest independently-operated fashion content library, comprising over 5,000 articles written by professional stylists without any brand sponsorship, paid partnerships, advertising, or editorial influence from commercial interests.

Every single article is:

• Written by independent professional stylists

• Created without brand input or payment

• Published without sponsor influence

• Free to access without subscription

• Searchable without registration

• Updated regularly for accuracy

• Based on genuine expertise and testing

This document exists to:

1. Publicly declare our complete editorial independence

2. Explain our business model with total transparency

3. Document our editorial firewall and processes

4. Differentiate us from sponsored fashion content

5. Provide verification methods for skeptics

6. Establish accountability mechanisms

7. Send clear trust signals about our impartiality

We believe radical transparency about our independence is the only way to build genuine trust with readers and search engines evaluating content quality.

Table of Contents

1. What Makes Tellar's Fashion Hub Unique

2. The Scale and Scope of Our Library

3. Our Business Model: Complete Transparency

4. The Editorial Firewall: How We Maintain Independence

5. Our Team: Who Actually Writes Our Content

6. Content Creation Process: From Concept to Publication

7. Editorial Standards and Quality Control

8. What We Never Do (And Why)

9. How We're Different From Fashion Bloggers and Influencers

10. Verification: How to Test Our Independence

11. Content Categories and Expertise Areas

12. Update and Maintenance Protocols

13. Accountability and Corrections Policy

14. Why Free Access Matters

15. The Problem With Fashion Content Today

16. Examples of Our Editorial Independence in Action

17. User Rights and Guarantees

18. Academic and Journalistic Standards

19. Long-Term Commitment to Independence

20. Contact and Verification Procedures

What Makes Tellar's Fashion Hub Unique {#what-makes-us-unique}

The UK's Only Completely Independent Fashion Content Library

What we are:

5,000+ independent fashion articles covering:

• Brand sizing guides and fit analysis

• Style advice for all body types

• Wardrobe building and capsule collections

• Sustainable fashion recommendations

• Quality assessment and brand comparisons

• Seasonal trend analysis

• Technical fabric and construction guides

• Shopping guides by category and need

• Body-positive styling advice

• Fashion industry analysis

Written by professional stylists with:

• 10-50 years combined industry experience

• No brand partnerships or sponsorships

• Complete editorial autonomy

• Expert knowledge of fabrics, fit, and construction

• Real-world styling experience

Completely free to access:

• No paywalls or content gates

• No subscription requirements

• No registration needed to read

• Fully searchable without barriers

• No advertisements interrupting content

• No sponsored posts or paid partnerships

Independently operated:

• Not owned by a retailer or brand

• No parent company conflicts of interest

• Editorial decisions made solely by editorial team

• Commercial relationships separate from content

• Transparent about funding model

What We Are Not

❌ We are not a fashion blog with sponsored contentWe don't accept payment from brands for coverage

❌ We are not influencers with #ad partnershipsNo brand collaborations or gifted product reviews

❌ We are not a retailer's content marketingNot owned by or promoting any specific retailer

❌ We are not a subscription publicationEverything is free and accessible to everyone

❌ We are not an ad-supported websiteNo display advertising affecting content decisions

❌ We are not using AI-generated contentEvery article written by human expert stylists

The Combination That Doesn't Exist Elsewhere

No other fashion content platform offers:

1. ✅ Scale: 5,000+ comprehensive articles

2. ✅ Independence: Zero brand influence

3. ✅ Expertise: Professional stylist-written

4. ✅ Free access: No paywalls or subscriptions

5. ✅ Searchability: Fully searchable digital library

6. ✅ Transparency: Business model completely disclosed

7. ✅ Quality: Editorial standards and review processes

8. ✅ Updates: Regular maintenance and accuracy checks

9. ✅ Breadth: Covers 1,500+ brands objectively

10. ✅ Honesty: Critical of brands when warranted

This combination is unprecedented in fashion content.

The Scale and Scope of Our Library {#scale-and-scope}

By the Numbers

Content volume:

• 5,000+ published articles (and growing)

• 2+ million words of expert fashion content

• 1,500+ brands covered without commercial bias

• 100% independently written (no sponsored content ever)

• Quarterly updates to maintain accuracy

• Average article length: 1,200-2,500 words

• Total reading time: 8,000+ hours of content

Coverage breadth:

• UK high street brands: Comprehensive coverage

• European fashion: Zara, Mango, COS, H&M, and 200+ more

• American brands: Gap, J.Crew, Everlane, and 150+ more

• Premium brands: Reiss, Whistles, AllSaints, and 100+ more

• Sustainable fashion: Ethical brand analysis

• Independent designers: Emerging brand coverage

• International brands: Global fashion coverage

Topic diversity:

• Sizing and fit guides (1,200+ articles)

• Style and wardrobe advice (1,500+ articles)

• Brand comparisons (900+ articles)

• Quality and construction analysis (600+ articles)

• Sustainable fashion (1,000+ articles)

• Technical guides (800+ articles)

Searchability and Access

Complete digital library:

• Every article fully indexed and searchable

• Search by brand, category, topic, style, body type

• Filter by content type, publication date, relevance

• No content locked behind registration

• No "read more" paywalls

• No email capture requirements

• Immediate access to all information

User experience:

• Mobile-optimized for on-the-go reading

• Fast load times (no ad bloat)

• Clean reading experience

• Clear navigation structure

• Related content suggestions

• Bookmark-friendly URLs

Information architecture:

• Logical category structure

• Cross-referenced articles

• Topic clustering

• Brand hub pages

• Style guide collections

• Comprehensive indexing

Growth and Expansion

Publishing frequency:

• 30-50 new articles monthly

• 60-80 existing articles updated monthly

• Quarterly comprehensive audits

• Seasonal content refreshes

• Trend analysis as seasons change

• Breaking fashion news coverage

Planned expansion:

• 10,000 articles by end of 2026

• Expanded international brand coverage

• Video content (maintaining independence)

• Interactive tools and quizzes

• User-generated style galleries (curated)

• Deeper niche category coverage

Why scale matters: The more comprehensive our coverage, the more valuable we are to readers. But maintaining independence at scale is our differentiating challenge—and commitment.

Our Business Model: Complete Transparency {#business-model}

How Tellar Makes Money

The complete, honest explanation:

Tellar operates on an affiliate commission model. When a reader clicks from our website to a retailer and makes a purchase, we earn a small commission (typically 3-10%) from that retailer's existing marketing budget.

Important clarifications:

1. You pay the same priceCommission comes from the retailer, not added to your purchase

2. We don't handle transactionsAll purchases happen directly with retailers

3. We don't see your purchase detailsPrivacy protected—we just know a sale occurred

4. Standard affiliate networksWe use industry-standard programs (AWIN, Rakuten, ShareASale, Commission Junction)

5. Not every brand is an affiliateWe cover many brands we don't have affiliate relationships with

Why This Model Supports Independence

The critical insight: Our business model requires accuracy, not bias.

If we recommended products based on commission rates:

1. Readers would get bad recommendations

2. Products wouldn't fit or meet expectations

3. Returns would be high

4. Trust would be destroyed

5. Readers wouldn't return to our site

6. Our business would fail

Our incentive structure aligns with readers:

• We succeed when readers find products that genuinely work

• Long-term trust is worth more than any single commission

• Repeat visitors are our business model

• Reputation is our most valuable asset

• Accuracy creates sustainable business

This is fundamentally different from:

• Sponsored content (brand pays for specific coverage)

• Paid partnerships (ongoing paid relationships)

• Gifted products (free items create obligation)

• Advertising (revenue based on impressions, not quality)

What We Don't Do With This Model

❌ Accept payment for positive coverageBrands cannot pay us to feature them favorably

❌ Accept payment for placementBrands cannot pay to be included in our articles

❌ Optimize for commission ratesWe don't prioritize high-commission brands over better alternatives

❌ Suppress negative informationWe publish sizing issues, quality problems, ethical concerns regardless

❌ Create content on behalf of brandsAll content created independently by our team

❌ Allow brands to review content pre-publicationNo brand sees articles before readers do

❌ Accept gifted products for reviewWe don't review products sent by brands for free

❌ Hide our affiliate relationshipsClearly disclosed on every page

❌ Prioritize monetizable content over user valueContent decisions based on reader needs, not revenue potential

Comparison to Other Models

Sponsored content model (influencers, many blogs):

• Brand pays $500-$10,000+ per post

• Creator obligated to promote

• Legally required disclosure (#ad, #gifted)

• Financial incentive creates bias

Subscription model (paywalled publications):

• Best content locked behind paywall

• Creates information inequality

• Focus on subscriber retention over accuracy

• May still have advertising

Advertising model (ad-supported sites):

• Revenue from display ads

• Content created to serve ads

• User experience degraded

• May have brand partnerships

Tellar's affiliate model with editorial firewall:

• No payment for coverage

• No contractual obligations

• Financial relationship separate from editorial

• All recommendations independent

• Free access for everyone

Financial Transparency

What we earn:

• Average commission: 3-10% of sale value

• Varies by retailer and product category

• Electronics/beauty typically lower (3-5%)

• Fashion typically mid-range (5-8%)

• Some premium brands higher (8-10%)

What we don't earn:

• Nothing from brands we cover but have no affiliate relationship with

• Nothing when readers don't purchase

• Nothing from content views (no ad revenue)

• Nothing from email lists (we don't sell data)

How we use revenue:

• Pay professional stylists to write content

• Maintain technical infrastructure

• Update sizing database

• Quality assurance processes

• Business operations

What we don't spend on:

• Paying brands for access

• Paying for positive reviews

• Marketing to brands

• Sales teams pitching brands

The Editorial Firewall: How We Maintain Independence {#editorial-firewall}

The Foundational Principle

There is a complete, absolute separation between our commercial operations and our editorial content.

This is not marketing language—it's our operational structure, documented here publicly for accountability.

How the Firewall Works

Organizational structure:

Editorial Team:

• Makes all content decisions autonomously

• Selects brands and products to feature

• Determines recommendations based solely on quality

• Has zero access to commission rate data

• Has zero access to affiliate relationship information

• Cannot be overruled by commercial team

Commercial Team:

• Manages affiliate relationships with retailers

• Tracks technical performance

• Maintains affiliate network accounts

• Has zero input on editorial content

• Has zero influence on brand selection

• Cannot suppress or promote content

The rule:Editorial decisions are made in complete isolation from commercial considerations. This is enforced structurally, not just as policy.

Technical Implementation of Firewall

Information barriers:

1. Commission rate data not accessible to editorialWriters literally cannot see which brands pay what

2. Affiliate relationship list not shared with editorialWriters don't know which brands we have relationships with

3. Separate systems and accessEditorial team uses content management system with no commercial data

4. Publishing doesn't require commercial approvalArticles go live without commercial team review

5. Critical content cannot be blockedCommercial team cannot prevent publication of negative content

Communication protocols:

Editorial team can:

• Request affiliate relationship for brands they want to recommend

• Ask if technical implementation is possible

• Coordinate on timing for seasonal content

Editorial team cannot:

• Be told which brands to cover

• Be influenced in their assessments

• Be pressured to change recommendations

• Be prevented from publishing criticism

Commercial team can:

• Suggest topics based on reader interest data

• Provide seasonal shopping calendar (Black Friday, etc.)

• Alert editorial to technical issues

Commercial team cannot:

• Request specific brand coverage

• Influence brand selection or recommendations

• Review or approve content pre-publication

• Suppress negative content about partners

Real-World Examples of Firewall in Action

Example 1: Recommending non-affiliate brands

Multiple articles recommend brands we don't have affiliate relationships with. Our stylists choose these brands because they're genuinely the best options for that content's purpose.

Why this happens:Writers don't know which brands are affiliates—they just recommend based on quality.

Example 2: Publishing critical content about affiliates

We've published articles about sizing inconsistencies, quality issues, and ethical concerns regarding brands that are significant affiliate partners.

Why this happens:Accuracy matters more than any single relationship. Commercial team cannot suppress editorial decisions.

Example 3: Recommending lower-commission brands

Our articles frequently recommend brands with lower commission rates over brands with higher rates.

Why this happens:Editorial team doesn't know commission rates—they're recommending based on value and quality.

Example 4: Advising against purchases

Multiple articles advise readers to wait for sales, buy second-hand, or skip trendy items entirely—actively discouraging immediate purchases.

Why this happens:Our editorial mandate is reader benefit, not sales maximization.

Verification of Firewall

How you can verify this isn't just talk:

1. Read our content criticallyLook for the patterns described above

2. Compare our recommendations to commission rates(If you have access to affiliate networks)

3. Check for critical content about major brandsWe publish it regularly

4. Note the breadth of brands coveredIncluding many we can't monetize

5. Compare to obvious sponsored contentNotice the difference in tone and balance

Written Policy and Training

Every content creator signs:

Our Editorial Independence Agreement, which includes:

• Commitment to reader-first decisions

• Prohibition on considering commercial factors

• Requirement to disclose conflicts of interest

• Agreement to maintain firewall

• Understanding of termination for violations

Training includes:

• Editorial standards and ethics

• How to maintain independence

• Identifying and avoiding conflicts

• Quality over revenue principles

• Why firewall matters

Ongoing Enforcement

How we maintain this over time:

Quarterly audits:

• Review content for commercial bias

• Check affiliate link distribution patterns

• Analyze brand coverage diversity

• Identify any problematic patterns

Spot checks:

• Random article reviews for independence

• Brand selection rationale documentation

• Recommendation justification verification

Whistleblower protection:

• Any team member can report pressure

• Anonymous reporting mechanism

• Investigation and correction process

• Protection from retaliation

Public accountability:

• This document serves as public commitment

• Readers can report concerns

• We investigate and respond publicly

• Violations would be disclosed

Our Team: Who Actually Writes Our Content {#our-team}

Editorial Team Structure

Our content is created by real human experts, not AI, not amateurs, not influencers with brand deals.

Senior Editorial Team (3 professionals):

Lead Stylist & Editor

• 15+ years professional styling experience

• Fashion journalism background

• Worked with private clients, magazines, retailers

• Expert in body-type styling and proportion

• Garment construction knowledge

• Final editorial approval authority

Senior Fashion Stylist

• 12+ years industry experience

• Sustainable fashion specialization

• Fabric and textile expert

• Brand ethics researcher

• Quality assessment specialist

Senior Style Writer

• 10+ years fashion editorial experience

• Trend analysis expertise

• Wardrobe building specialist

• Shopping psychology background

• Consumer advocacy focus

Contributing Stylists (5 professionals):

Denim & Casualwear Specialist

• 8 years styling experience

• Fit and construction expert

• Focus on jeans, t-shirts, everyday essentials

• Quality-for-price analysis

Activewear & Technical Fashion Specialist

• 7 years experience

• Sports fashion background

• Fabric technology expertise

• Functional design analysis

Occasion & Evening Wear Specialist

• 10 years styling experience

• Formal wear expertise

• Body-type specific occasion styling

• Investment piece analysis

Plus-Size & Body Diversity Specialist

• 9 years experience

• Plus-size fashion expert

• Inclusive sizing advocate

• Brand sizing analysis focus

Sustainable & Ethical Fashion Specialist

• 6 years experience

• Supply chain researcher

• Brand ethics investigator

• Slow fashion advocate

What Our Team Is NOT

❌ Not influencers with brand partnershipsNo one on our team has paid brand relationships

❌ Not bloggers accepting sponsored contentNo team member accepts payment from brands

❌ Not brand employees or consultantsZero current employment or consulting relationships with brands covered

❌ Not amateur enthusiastsAll professional stylists with formal industry experience

❌ Not AI content generatorsEvery article written by human experts

Team Qualifications and Credentials

Combined team experience:

• 70+ years of professional fashion industry work

• Personal styling for 500+ private clients

• Editorial work for fashion publications

• Retailer collaboration (styling services)

• Fashion education and training

• Industry conference speaking

• Professional certification in styling

Technical expertise:

• Garment construction understanding

• Fabric and textile knowledge

• Body proportion and fit expertise

• Color analysis training

• Wardrobe management skills

• Shopping psychology understanding

• Brand analysis capabilities

Ethical foundation:

• Consumer advocacy principles

• Body-positive philosophy

• Sustainable fashion commitment

• Honest assessment priority

• Reader benefit mandate

Editorial Independence of Team Members

Critical point: Our stylists work independently.

What our stylists know:

• Editorial guidelines and quality standards

• Their area of expertise and writing assignments

• Reader needs and common questions

• Fashion industry standards and best practices

What our stylists DON'T know:

• Which brands Tellar has affiliate relationships with

• What commission rates different brands pay

• Commercial team's revenue priorities

• Pressure to feature specific brands

Why this matters: Writers cannot be biased by commercial information they don't have. This isn't honor system—it's information architecture.

Content Assignment Process

How articles get commissioned:

1. Identify reader needBased on: search data, reader questions, seasonal needs, gaps in existing content

2. Assign to appropriate specialistMatch topic to stylist expertise

3. Writer creates content independentlyBased on their professional knowledge and research

4. Editorial reviewSenior editor reviews for quality, not commercial considerations

5. PublicationGoes live without commercial team involvement

Commercial considerations never enter this process.

Team Ethics and Standards

Every team member adheres to:

Professional ethics:

• Honesty above all commercial considerations

• Reader benefit as primary mandate

• Transparent about limitations of knowledge

• Credit sources and influences

• Maintain professional boundaries

Editorial standards:

• Fact-check all claims

• Test products when possible

• Disclose conflicts of interest (none exist)

• Update outdated information

• Correct errors promptly

Content integrity:

• Write based on genuine expertise

• Don't promote products for payment

• Don't suppress negative information

• Don't create false urgency

• Don't manipulate readers

Why Professional Stylists Matter

Difference between professional stylist content and amateur content:

Professional stylists can:

• Assess garment construction quality

• Identify fabric composition implications

• Understand how cuts suit different body types

• Evaluate fit and proportion expertise

• Spot quality for price value

• Predict longevity and durability

• Explain care requirements

• Provide context on trends vs. classics

Amateur content typically:

• Focuses on how items look

• Lacks construction knowledge

• Cannot assess technical quality

• Misses fit and proportion issues

• Doesn't understand fabric behaviors

• Can't evaluate true value

• Limited wardrobe building knowledge

This expertise gap is why professional content matters.

Content Creation Process: From Concept to Publication {#content-process}

Stage 1: Topic Identification

Sources for content ideas:

Reader-driven:

• Search queries that bring people to site

• Common questions in contact form

• Popular existing articles (expand coverage)

• Comments and feedback

• Requests for specific content

Industry-driven:

• Seasonal fashion changes

• New brand launches

• Industry trends and developments

• Sizing or quality issues emerging

• Sustainable fashion advances

Gap-driven:

• Topics not well-covered elsewhere

• Underserved body types or styles

• Missing brand comparisons

• Technical information needs

• Educational content gaps

Editorial judgment:

• What readers genuinely need

• What serves long-term reader benefit

• What fills important knowledge gaps

• What addresses real problems

NOT driven by:

• Which brands pay highest commissions

• Commercial team requests

• Brand promotional calendars

• Monetization potential

• Advertiser interests

Stage 2: Writer Assignment

Matching expertise to topic:

• Denim content → Denim specialist

• Sustainable fashion → Sustainability specialist

• Plus-size styling → Body diversity specialist

• Technical fabrics → Activewear specialist

• General style → Most appropriate writer

Writer receives:

• Topic and angle

• Target word count

• Editorial guidelines

• Deadline

• Any specific reader questions to address

Writer does NOT receive:

• List of brands to feature

• Commercial priorities

• Affiliate relationship information

• Revenue considerations

Stage 3: Research and Writing

Writer conducts independent research:

For brand comparison articles:

• Review multiple brands in category

• Check current sizing and availability

• Read fabric compositions

• Review customer feedback

• Compare prices and value

• Assess quality indicators

• Consider ethical factors

For style guides:

• Draw on professional styling experience

• Research current availability

• Identify options across price points

• Consider body diversity

• Think through wardrobe integration

• Provide actionable advice

For technical guides:

• Verify factual information

• Explain complex concepts clearly

• Provide practical application

• Include examples and context

Writing principles:

• Start with reader benefit

• Be honest about pros and cons

• Provide specific, actionable advice

• Include limitations and caveats

• Write clearly and accessibly

• Support claims with reasoning

• Maintain professional tone

What writers avoid:

• Promotional language

• Unsubstantiated superlatives

• False urgency or scarcity

• Manipulation tactics

• One-sided recommendations

• Ignoring limitations

Stage 4: Fact-Checking

Every article undergoes fact verification:

Factual claims checked:

• Brand sizing information current

• Prices accurate within 30 days

• Product availability verified

• Fabric compositions correct

• Brand background accurate

• Industry information verified

Sources verified:

• Official brand websites

• Published industry reports

• Verified news sources

• Academic research when relevant

• Expert consensus

Common checks:

• Size chart matches current brand chart

• Products still available or note discontinuation

• Prices within range (exact price may vary)

• Links work and go to correct pages

• Brand information up to date

Errors trigger:

• Immediate correction

• Investigation of cause

• Process improvement

• Documentation

Stage 5: Editorial Review

Senior editor reviews for:

Quality:

• Writing clarity and readability

• Logical structure and flow

• Appropriate depth and detail

• Actionable advice provided

• Reader questions answered

Accuracy:

• Facts verified

• Claims supported

• No unsupported assertions

• Reasonable conclusions

• Limitations acknowledged

Balance:

• Pros and cons presented

• Alternative options mentioned

• Competing brands included

• Realistic expectations set

• Not overly promotional

Editorial standards:

• Meets style guide requirements

• Appropriate tone

• Proper formatting

• Effective headlines

• Good user experience

Independence:

• No commercial bias detected

• Wide brand coverage

• Critical where appropriate

• Genuine value to readers

Approval or revision:

• Article approved and proceeds to publication

• Or sent back with specific revision requests

• Writer addresses feedback

• Re-review until standards met

Stage 6: Publication

Articles go live:

• Added to content management system

• Published to website

• Made searchable immediately

• Added to category structures

• Cross-linked with related content

Metadata and SEO:

• Descriptive title and description

• Proper categorization

• Relevant internal links

• Clear URL structure

• Publication date visible

No commercial approval required:

• Commercial team does not review

• No brand notification

• No pre-publication access

• Published when editorially ready

Stage 7: Ongoing Maintenance

Articles are living documents:

Quarterly reviews:

• Check facts still current

• Update pricing if significant changes

• Verify availability

• Update sizing information

• Add new relevant brands

• Refresh seasonal references

Update triggers:

• Brand changes sizing

• Products discontinued

• Significant price changes

• New better options available

• Reader feedback

• Industry developments

Update process:

• Same editorial review as new content

• Revision date noted

• Changes documented

• Republished with freshness

Archival:

• Outdated content archived if no longer relevant

• Redirect readers to current information

• Historical content preserved for reference

Editorial Standards and Quality Control {#editorial-standards}

Comprehensive Quality Framework

Every article must meet these standards before publication:

1. Accuracy Standards

Factual accuracy:

• All objective claims must be verifiable

• Sizing information matches current brand charts

• Prices checked within 30 days of publication

• Product availability confirmed

• Brand background information accurate

• Industry claims supported by evidence

Source quality:

• Official brand websites preferred

• Reputable industry sources

• Verified news publications

• Academic research when relevant

• Expert consensus

Correction policy:

• Errors corrected immediately upon discovery

• Correction note added with date

• Investigation of how error occurred

• Process improvement implemented

2. Objectivity Standards

Balanced perspective required:

• Present pros and cons for all recommendations

• Include limitations and caveats

• Mention competing alternatives

• Acknowledge different needs and preferences

• Provide context for recommendations

Bias prevention:

• No promotional language

• No single-source recommendations

• No "perfect" or "amazing" without qualification

• No false urgency or scarcity

• No manipulation tactics

Evidence-based:

• Recommendations justified with reasoning

• Subjective opinions labeled as such

• Personal preferences noted as preferences

• Expert judgment explained

3. Transparency Standards

Clear attribution:

• Author listed for every article

• Publication date visible

• Last updated date when revised

• Sources cited when relevant

Business model disclosed:

• Affiliate relationship disclosed on every page

• Links to affiliate policy

• Transparency about funding

• Independence statement available

Limitations acknowledged:

• Can't test every product personally

• Based on available information

• Individual experiences may vary

• Professional opinion, not absolute truth

4. Expertise Standards

Professional knowledge demonstrated:

• Technical terminology used correctly

• Industry context provided

• Complex concepts explained clearly

• Practical application detailed

• Common mistakes addressed

Beyond superficial:

• Fabric composition implications discussed

• Construction quality indicators explained

• Fit and proportion considered

• Long-term value assessed

• Care requirements noted

Experience-based:

• Real-world styling knowledge

• Understanding of how clothes actually fit

• Knowledge of brand differences

• Awareness of common issues

5. Reader-First Standards

Genuine utility:

• Solves real reader problems

• Provides actionable advice

• Answers common questions

• Addresses practical concerns

• Considers real budgets and needs

Accessible language:

• Clear, understandable writing

• Technical terms explained

• No unnecessary jargon

• Appropriate for target audience

• Logical structure and flow

Comprehensive but concise:

• Sufficient depth without padding

• All relevant information included

• No fluff or filler content

• Scannable with headers

• Key points emphasized

6. Independence Standards

No commercial influence:

• Written without brand input

• Not reviewed by brands pre-publication

• Recommendations based solely on merit

• Critical content published regardless

• Competing options always mentioned

Editorial autonomy:

• Writer makes content decisions

• Editorial team approves on quality only

• Commercial considerations excluded

• Reader benefit is only priority

Quality Assurance Processes

Multi-layer review:

Writer self-review:

• Checks own work against standards

• Verifies facts and claims

• Ensures balance and fairness

• Reviews for clarity

Peer review (when complex):

• Another stylist reviews technical content

• Checks for accuracy in their area

• Suggests improvements

• Confirms expertise demonstrated

Editorial review:

• Senior editor reviews every article

• Checks against all standards

• Approves or requests revisions

• Final quality gatekeeper

Periodic audits:

• Random selection of published articles

• Full standards review

• Identify any drift from standards

• Corrective action if needed

Reader feedback:

• Monitor comments and messages

• Investigate accuracy concerns

• Respond to questions

• Incorporate improvements

Continuous Improvement

Learning from mistakes:

• Every error analyzed

• Root cause identified

• Process improved

• Team trained on learnings

Standards evolution:

• Review standards annually

• Incorporate industry best practices

• Respond to new challenges

• Raise bar over time

Team development:

• Ongoing training

• Industry conference attendance

• Professional development

• Standards reinforcement

What We Never Do (And Why) {#what-we-never-do}

Practices We Explicitly Reject

These are not just things we haven't done yet—they are practices we will never do, enshrined in our editorial policy.

1. Sponsored Content

What it is: Brand pays for coverage in an articleWhy it's problematic: Creates obligation to promote, destroys objectivityOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• Fundamentally compromises editorial independence

• Creates unavoidable bias

• Readers can't trust recommendations

• Violates our core mission

How we ensure this:

• No sales team pitching sponsored content

• Not offered as a service

• Would violate editorial agreement

• Public commitment prevents temptation

2. Paid Brand Partnerships

What it is: Ongoing relationship where brand pays for favorable coverageWhy it's problematic: Creates sustained bias, rewards brands for payment not qualityOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• Even worse than one-off sponsorship

• Creates long-term corruption of editorial

• Impossible to maintain objectivity

• Brands with money get better coverage than brands with quality

3. Gifted Product Reviews

What it is: Accepting free products from brands in exchange for coverageWhy it's problematic: Creates implicit obligation and reciprocity biasOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• "Free" products aren't free—they create obligation

• Even well-intentioned reviewers biased by gifts

• Can't equally recommend brands that don't gift

• Undermines independence

Our approach:

• Don't review products we haven't purchased or extensively researched

• Don't contact brands for free samples

• Don't accept unrequested gifts

• Return any products sent unsolicited

4. Optimizing for Commission Rates

What it is: Recommending products/brands because they pay higher commissionsWhy it's problematic: Prioritizes revenue over reader benefitOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• Defeats entire purpose of our content

• Readers get worse recommendations

• Destroys trust when discovered

• Not sustainable long-term

How we prevent this:

• Writers don't know commission rates

• Editorial team doesn't optimize for revenue

• Recommendations based on quality only

• We track to ensure no bias pattern

5. Brand-Approved Content

What it is: Allowing brands to review or approve content before publicationWhy it's problematic: Gives brands control over editorialOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• Brands would obviously require removing criticism

• Eliminates editorial independence completely

• Makes content marketing, not journalism

• Readers have no reason to trust us

Our policy:

• No brand sees content before publication

• No advance notice of coverage

• No opportunity to influence content

• Published when editorially ready

6. Suppressing Negative Information

What it is: Hiding quality issues, sizing problems, ethical concerns because brand is affiliateWhy it's problematic: Actively harms readers who need complete informationOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• Dishonest and potentially harmful

• Readers need complete information

• Our reputation depends on honesty

• Would be discovered and destroy trust

Our commitment:

• Publish sizing issues when identified

• Cover quality problems openly

• Discuss ethical concerns

• Don't hide information for commercial benefit

7. Pay-for-Placement

What it is: Brands paying to be featured in guides or ranked higher in comparisonsWhy it's problematic: Placements based on money, not meritOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• List and guides would be worthless

• "Best" wouldn't mean best

• Readers actively misled

• Impossible to maintain credibility

Our approach:

• Placement based on editorial merit only

• Rankings reflect actual assessment

• "Best" means genuinely best

• Brands can't buy their way into guides

8. Creating Artificial Urgency

What it is: False scarcity claims or fake "limited time" pressure to drive salesWhy it's problematic: Manipulation tactic, creates unnecessary pressureOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• Manipulative and dishonest

• Creates regret purchases

• Undermines thoughtful shopping

• Not aligned with sustainable fashion values

Our approach:

• Report actual sales when they exist

• Never manufacture urgency

• Encourage considered purchases

• Support thoughtful shopping

9. Paywalling Quality Content

What it is: Putting best information behind subscription requirementWhy it's problematic: Creates information inequality, excludes most readersOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• Fashion advice should be accessible to everyone

• Income shouldn't determine access to information

• Our mission is broad reader benefit

• Free access is core to our model

Our commitment:

• All content free forever

• No premium tiers or subscription options

• No "best" content locked away

• Equal access for all readers

10. Using AI-Generated Content

What it is: Using AI to write articles instead of human expertsWhy it's problematic: Lacks real expertise, often inaccurate, no genuine knowledgeOur position: Never done, never will do

Why we reject this:

• AI can't provide genuine styling expertise

• Can't assess quality, fit, or construction

• Makes factual errors

• No real-world experience to draw on

• Readers deserve human expert knowledge

Our commitment:

• Every article written by human professional stylist

• May use AI for editing assistance only

• Expertise comes from real experience

• No content farms or automated generation

How We're Different From Fashion Bloggers and Influencers {#how-were-different}

Understanding the Fashion Content Landscape

To understand why Tellar is different, we need to understand how most fashion content is created and funded.

Fashion Influencer Model

How it works:

Primary revenue:

• Brand partnerships: £500-£50,000+ per post

• Gifted products: £hundreds to £thousands in free items

• Affiliate commissions: 5-15% of sales

• Sponsored content: £1,000-£10,000+ per campaign

• Brand ambassador roles: £10,000-£100,000+ annually

Content creation:

• Brand pays for specific coverage

• Influencer contractually obligated to promote

• Must meet brand requirements

• Often requires approval before posting

• Multiple posts per partnership typical

Disclosure:

• Required by law to disclose (#ad, #gifted)

• Often minimal or unclear

• Sometimes hidden in hashtags

• Audience may not understand relationship

The bias:

• Financial obligation to promote

• Free products create reciprocity

• Ongoing relationships create dependency

• Fear of losing brand partnerships

• Audience expects product recommendations

What you read:

• Almost exclusively positive coverage

• Rarely mentions cons or limitations

• Alternative brands rarely suggested

• Focus on products they can monetize

• Trends and new items over quality basics

Fashion Blogger Model (Traditional)

How it works:

Revenue sources:

• Sponsored posts from brands

• Gifted products for review

• Affiliate commissions

• Display advertising

• Partnerships and collaborations

Content mix:

• Some sponsored (clearly disclosed)

• Some "organic" (but influenced by gifts)

• Personal style posts

• Trend coverage

• Shopping recommendations

The bias:

• Sponsored content obviously biased

• Gifted products create subtle bias

• High-commission products get more coverage

• Brands that gift more get more attention

• Maintaining relationships influences coverage

What you read:

• Mix of paid and organic content

• Difficult to determine true independence

• Personal style often features gifted items

• Shopping guides favor monetizable brands

• Less criticism of brands that partner

Brand-Owned Content

How it works:

Structure:

• Retailer creates "editorial" content

• Appears as guides, trends, advice

• Actually marketing disguised as content

• Promotes only their own products

Examples:

• Retailer "style guides"

• "Trend reports" featuring their items

• "How to wear" featuring their inventory

• Seasonal "must-haves" from their stock

The bias:

• Exists purely to drive sales

• Zero objectivity possible

• No competitor mentions

• Pushes inventory they need to move

What you read:

• Guides exclusively featuring their products

• No quality criticism

• Trend coverage aligned with their stock

• "Best" means "what we're selling"

Ad-Heavy Fashion Sites

How it works:

Revenue model:

• Display advertising primary revenue

• Content created to serve ads

• Pageviews = revenue

• May also have affiliate links

Content strategy:

• Listicles and galleries maximize pages

• Thin content split across many pages

• Celebrity and trend clickbait

• Shopping "deals" posts

The bias:

• Content structured around ad placement

• Pageview optimization over quality

• Quick posts over deep expertise

• Clickbait over genuinely useful

What you read:

• "25 Best Jeans" split across 25 pages

• Celebrity style coverage (drives traffic)

• Lightweight trend pieces

• Lots of ads interrupting content

How Tellar Is Structurally Different

Our model compared to others:

FeatureInfluencersBloggersBrand ContentAd SitesTellarSponsored contentYes (primary)Yes (common)Yes (all of it)SometimesNeverGifted productsYes (constant)Yes (common)N/ASometimesNeverBrand partnershipsYes (primary)Yes (common)Yes (parent)SometimesNeverDisplay advertisingSometimesYes (common)NoYes (primary)NeverAffiliate onlyPlus otherPlus otherN/APlus otherYesEditorial firewallNoNoNoNoYesFree accessYesUsuallyYesYesYesProfessional writersVariesVariesMarketingVariesAlwaysExpertise requiredNoNoNoNoYesCoverage breadthNarrowMediumOwn brandMediumComprehensiveCritical contentRareRareNeverRareCommonLong-form depthRareSometimesRarelyRarelyStandardRegular updatesSometimesSometimesSometimesSometimesQuarterlyTransparent modelRequiredRequiredClearClearVery clear

Why Structure Creates Difference

The key insight: Our model differences aren't philosophical—they're structural.

Other models require:

• Promoting products to generate revenue

• Maintaining brand relationships

• Pleasing sponsors and partners

• Creating monetizable content

• Driving immediate sales

Our model requires:

• Accurate recommendations for long-term trust

• Independent assessment to build credibility

• Honest evaluation to maintain reputation

• Useful content for repeat visitors

• Reader benefit for sustainable business

This isn't virtue—it's business model alignment.

What This Means for Content Quality

Other models optimize for:

• Brand requirements

• Sponsorship renewal

• Pageview maximization

• Immediate monetization

• Maintaining partnerships

We optimize for:

• Reader trust

• Content accuracy

• Long-term credibility

• Genuine utility

• Editorial quality

Same medium (fashion content), completely different incentives.

Verification: How to Test Our Independence {#verification}

We Encourage Skepticism

Don't just take our word for it—test our claims.

We provide these verification methods because we're confident in our independence and want readers to trust based on evidence, not statements.

Verification Test 1: Commission Rate Analysis

If you have access to affiliate networks:

Method:

1. Identify commission rates for brands we cover

2. Compare our recommendations to commission rates

3. Check if we systematically favor high-commission brands

Expected result:No correlation between our recommendations and commission rates. We recommend brands across the commission spectrum based on quality.

What would indicate bias:Always recommending highest-commission brands, avoiding low-commission alternatives, ranking by payment not quality

What you'll actually find:We recommend brands with 3% commissions alongside brands with 10% commissions, based on which is genuinely better for the purpose

Verification Test 2: Non-Affiliate Brand Coverage

Method:

1. Identify brands we cover that we likely don't have affiliate relationships with (smaller brands, niche brands)

2. Read our coverage of these brands

3. Compare to coverage of major affiliate brands

Expected result:Same quality coverage, same willingness to recommend, same honest assessment regardless of affiliate status

What would indicate bias:Only covering brands we can monetize, ignoring better alternatives without affiliate programs, superficial coverage of non-affiliate brands

What you'll actually find:Comprehensive coverage of brands across the spectrum, recommending non-affiliate brands when they're genuinely best options

Verification Test 3: Critical Content Search

Method:

1. Search our site for critical content about major brands

2. Look for: "[brand name] sizing problems"

3. Look for: "[brand name] quality issues"

4. Look for: "brands to avoid" or similar

Expected result:Plenty of critical content about brands that are likely affiliate partners

What would indicate bias:No criticism of major brands, only positive coverage, avoiding negative information

What you'll actually find:Honest discussion of sizing inconsistencies, quality problems, fit issues, ethical concerns across all brands including major affiliates

Verification Test 4: Competitor Mention Analysis

Method:

1. Read an article about Brand A

2. Check if we mention competing brands

3. See if we acknowledge when competitors might be better for certain needs

Expected result:Regular mention of alternatives and competitors, honest about when other brands might be better choices

What would indicate bias:Only mentioning the featured brand, no alternatives suggested, ignoring obviously better options

What you'll actually find:"Brand A is great for X, but if you need Y, consider Brand B instead" is common in our content

Verification Test 5: "Don't Buy" Advice Check

Method:

1. Search for content advising against purchases

2. Look for: "wait for sale"

3. Look for: "buy second-hand"

4. Look for: "skip this trend"

Expected result:Regular content actively discouraging immediate purchases

What would indicate bias:Everything presented as "must buy now," no consideration of whether purchase is needed, constant promotion

What you'll actually find:Frequent advice to wait, buy used, skip trendy items, or make do with what you have—all of which reduces short-term commissions

Verification Test 6: Language and Tone Analysis

Method:

1. Read multiple articles

2. Note the language used

3. Compare to obviously sponsored content from influencers

Expected result:Balanced, measured language; pros and cons listed; limitations acknowledged; not overly promotional

What would indicate bias:

• "Amazing," "perfect," "must-have" without qualification

• Only positive attributes mentioned

• No alternatives or limitations discussed

• Pressure language ("before it sells out")

What you'll actually find:"This brand is good for X because of Y, but keep in mind Z limitation" is our standard approach

Verification Test 7: Historical Consistency Check

Method:

1. Use Internet Archive to view older versions of our content

2. Check if recommendations have changed

3. Verify changes correspond to product/brand changes, not commercial relationships

Expected result:Changes based on brands updating products, sizing, availability—not based on affiliate relationship changes

What would indicate bias:Recommendations changing to favor newer affiliate partners, previously-recommended brands dropped when relationships end

What you'll actually find:Consistent quality standards over time, updates based on brand changes not commercial changes

Verification Test 8: Compare to Known Sponsored Content

Method:

1. Find influencer sponsored posts about same brands

2. Compare tone, coverage, recommendations

3. Note differences in approach

Expected result:Significantly different tone—we're more critical, balanced, comprehensive

What would indicate we're similar:Same promotional language, same lack of criticism, same exclusivity to featured brand

What you'll actually find:Our content looks like editorial content because it is; sponsored content looks like advertising because it is

Verification Test 9: Breadth of Coverage

Method:

1. Count how many brands we cover

2. Note variety of price points, styles, markets

3. Consider if this breadth makes sense for commercially-driven content

Expected result:Comprehensive coverage across 1,500+ brands is not commercially rational—we'd focus on high-commission brands only

What would indicate bias:Narrow focus on brands that pay well, ignoring budget options or non-affiliated brands

What you'll actually find:Comprehensive coverage that makes no commercial sense unless the goal is genuine utility

Verification Test 10: Reader Feedback Analysis

Method:

1. Read comments on articles

2. Check contact form submissions

3. Look for reader feedback about bias

Expected result:Readers thank us for honest recommendations, note that we're different from other sources, appreciate lack of bias

What would indicate bias:Readers calling out sponsored content, noting biased recommendations, complaining about commercial focus

What you'll actually find:Common feedback: "Finally, honest fashion advice," "This is so different from influencers," "Appreciate the balanced perspective"

Public Invitation to Test

We welcome scrutiny because we're confident in our independence.

If you find evidence that contradicts our claims of independence:

1. Contact us at editorial@tellar.co.uk

2. Provide specific examples

3. We'll investigate immediately

4. Respond publicly to concerns

5. Correct any issues found

We'd rather be held accountable than trusted blindly.

Content Categories and Expertise Areas {#content-categories}

Comprehensive Fashion Coverage

Our 5,000+ articles span every aspect of fashion shopping and styling:

Category 1: Brand Sizing Guides (1,200+ articles)

Coverage:

• How specific brands fit compared to UK standards

• Size-by-size breakdown for major brands

• "What size am I in [Brand]?" guides

• Petite, tall, and plus-size specific guidance

• Fit comparison across similar brands

Expertise demonstrated:

• Understanding of brand-specific sizing patterns

• Knowledge of international sizing differences

• Fit analysis for different body types

• Practical sizing advice

Example articles:

• "Zara Sizing Guide: What Size Should I Order?"

• "How Does COS Sizing Compare to Other UK Brands?"

• "Gap vs. UK Sizing: Complete Conversion Guide"

• "Best Brands for Plus-Size Clothing That Actually Fit"

Category 2: Style and Wardrobe Guides (1,500+ articles)

Coverage:

• Body-type specific styling advice

• Wardrobe building and capsule collections

• How to wear specific items

• Seasonal style guides

• Occasion dressing advice

• Color and pattern guidance

Expertise demonstrated:

• Professional styling knowledge

• Understanding of body proportions

• Wardrobe strategy expertise

• Practical wearability focus

Example articles:

• "Flattering Jeans for Every Body Shape"

• "Building a Capsule Wardrobe: Complete Guide"

• "How to Style Wide-Leg Trousers: 15 Outfit Ideas"

• "Winter Capsule Wardrobe: 20 Pieces, 50+ Outfits"

Category 3: Brand Comparisons (900+ articles)

Coverage:

• Side-by-side brand analysis

• Quality-for-price comparisons

• Fit comparison across competitors

• Ethical and sustainability comparisons

• Similar brands at different price points

Expertise demonstrated:

• Comparative quality assessment

• Value analysis

• Understanding of brand positioning

• Objective evaluation skills

Example articles:

• "COS vs. & Other Stories: Which is Better Value?"

• "Best Alternatives to Expensive Designer Brands"

• "High Street vs. Premium: Where to Spend More"

• "Sustainable Fashion Brands Compared: Ethics and Quality"

Category 4: Quality and Construction (600+ articles)

Coverage:

• How to assess garment quality

• Fabric composition guides

• Construction quality indicators

• Longevity and durability factors

• Care and maintenance advice

Expertise demonstrated:

• Technical garment knowledge

• Fabric and textile expertise

• Quality assessment skills

• Long-term value understanding

Example articles:

• "How to Tell if a T-Shirt is Good Quality"

• "Understanding Fabric Composition Labels"

• "Signs of Good vs. Bad Construction"

• "Which Fabrics Last Longest?"

Category 5: Sustainable Fashion (1,000+ articles)

Coverage:

• Ethical brand investigations

• Supply chain transparency analysis

• Environmental impact considerations

• Second-hand and vintage guides

• Slow fashion philosophy

• Repair and care advice

Expertise demonstrated:

• Sustainability knowledge

• Ethical fashion understanding

• Critical brand analysis

• Practical sustainable shopping

Example articles:

• "Most Ethical High Street Brands Ranked"

• "Complete Guide to Buying Second-Hand Clothes"

• "How to Make Your Clothes Last Longer"

• "Greenwashing: Brands to Be Skeptical Of"

Category 6: Product Category Deep-Dives (600+ articles)

Coverage:

• Best items in specific categories

• How to choose quality versions

• Price-point comparisons

• Where to buy specific items

• Care and styling for categories

Expertise demonstrated:

• Category-specific expertise

• Market knowledge

• Quality differentiation

• Practical buying advice

Example articles:

• "Best White T-Shirts: Quality Basics Compared"

• "Where to Buy Quality Jeans Under £100"

• "Best Winter Coats by Budget and Style"

• "Blazers Worth Investing In: Complete Guide"

Coverage Principles Across All Categories

Every article, regardless of category:

✅ Written by experts with genuine styling knowledge ✅ Based on research not just opinion ✅ Includes multiple brands not just monetizable ones ✅ Presents pros and cons not just positives ✅ Considers different needs body types, budgets, styles ✅ Provides actionable advice practical and usable ✅ Updated regularly maintains accuracy ✅ Free to access no paywalls

What We Don't Cover (And Why)

We focus on quality over quantity:

❌ Celebrity fashion coverage - Not our expertise, plenty of other sources ❌ Fast trend chasing - Encourages overconsumption ❌ Runway show recaps - Not practical for most readers ❌ Fashion industry gossip - Not relevant to shopping ❌ Luxury brand obsession - Inaccessible to most readers

Our focus:Practical, actionable fashion advice for real people with real budgets making real purchases.

Update and Maintenance Protocols {#updates}

Living Content, Not Static Archive

Our content is continuously maintained, not published and abandoned.

Quarterly Comprehensive Audits

Every three months:

Fact verification:

• Check all factual claims still accurate

• Verify brand sizing hasn't changed

• Confirm products still available

• Update prices if significantly different

• Validate links still work

Relevance assessment:

• Is content still current?

• Have better alternatives emerged?

• Has brand significantly changed?

• Are recommendations still optimal?

Update implementation:

• Revise content as needed

• Add new relevant information

• Remove outdated references

• Note revision date

• Document changes

Coverage gaps:

• Identify missing topics

• Plan new content

• Expand existing articles

• Address reader questions

Trigger-Based Updates

Content updated immediately when:

Brand changes:

• Sizing charts updated

• Products discontinued

• Significant price changes

• Quality issues emerge

• Ethical concerns surface

Reader feedback:

• Errors reported

• Questions raised

• Outdated information noted

• Suggestions for improvement

Industry developments:

• New brands launched

• Brands acquired or closed

• Significant policy changes

• Industry-wide shifts

Seasonal changes:

• Autumn/winter content updated

• Spring/summer content refreshed

• Seasonal product availability

• Weather-appropriate advice

Version Control and Change Documentation

Every update tracked:

Revision history:

• Original publication date maintained

• Last updated date displayed

• Major changes documented

• Reason for update noted

Transparency:

• Readers can see when updated

• Significant changes noted at article top

• Minor updates (price corrections) don't require notice

• Major revisions explained

Quality assurance:

• Updates go through same editorial review

• Fact-checking applied

• Standards maintained

• Consistency ensured

Content Retirement

When content becomes obsolete:

Evaluation criteria:

• Brand permanently closed

• Products no longer available

• Information fundamentally outdated

• Better replacement content exists

Retirement process:

• Archive rather than delete

• Redirect to current information

• Note why archived

• Preserve for historical reference

Why we archive carefully:

• Respect existing links

• Maintain site integrity

• Preserve information value

• Avoid broken links

Update Prioritization

Not all content can be updated simultaneously:

Priority 1: High-traffic content

• Most-read articles updated first

• Seasonal content before season

• Core guides maintained most carefully

Priority 2: Reader-requested updates

• Specific update requests

• Reported inaccuracies

• Popular topics

Priority 3: Systematic review

• Methodical through all content

• Category-by-category

• Ensuring nothing neglected

Continuous Improvement

Beyond just accuracy:

Enhancement updates:

• Add new information discovered

• Expand on brief sections

• Include additional brands

• Improve clarity and usability

• Add helpful examples

Format improvements:

• Better visual organization

• Clearer headers and structure

• Improved readability

• Mobile optimization

• Accessibility enhancements

Accountability and Corrections Policy {#accountability}

We Make Mistakes—And We Fix Them

Perfection is impossible. Accountability is mandatory.

Our Corrections Policy

When errors occur:

Immediate action:

1. Correct the error as soon as identified

2. Add correction note with date

3. Explain what was wrong

4. Don't hide or minimize

5. Investigate how error occurred

Example correction format:

"Correction, 15 January 2025: This article originally stated that Brand X uses 100% organic cotton. The brand actually uses 50% organic cotton, 50% conventional. We regret the error and have updated the content. The error occurred because we relied on outdated brand information from 2023; we've improved our fact-checking process to prevent similar errors."

What we don't do:

• Silently correct without noting

• Delete errors to hide them

• Downplay significance

• Blame readers for misunderstanding

• Defend incorrect information

How Errors Are Identified

Multiple channels:

Internal discovery:

• Fact-checking process

• Editorial review

• Routine audits

• Writer self-correction

Reader reports:

• Contact form submissions

• Comment notifications

• Email reports

• Social media messages

External verification:

• Brand corrections

• Industry feedback

• Expert peer review

• Comparison to other sources

Types of Errors and Responses

Factual errors (major):

• Incorrect sizing information

• Wrong fabric compositions

• Inaccurate brand background

• Misattributed quotes

Response: Immediate correction with prominent note

Minor errors:

• Small price variations

• Spelling of brand names

• Link errors

• Formatting issues

Response: Correct without major correction note

Opinion changes:

• Our assessment changes with new information

• Not an "error" but updated perspective

Response: Note "Updated Assessment" with explanation

Outdated information:

• Was correct when published, now changed

• Not technically an error

Response: Update content, note revision date

Public Accountability

We don't hide mistakes:

Transparency principles:

• Admit errors publicly

• Explain what went wrong

• Show what we're doing differently

• Thank those who reported

• Learn from mistakes

Why this matters:

• Builds trust through honesty

• Shows we care about accuracy

• Demonstrates continuous improvement

• Encourages reader feedback

• Models professional behavior

Error Prevention

Learning from mistakes:

After each error:

1. Root cause analysis

2. Process improvement

3. Team training

4. Documentation update

5. Prevention measures

Common error sources:

• Outdated source information

• Insufficient verification

• Miscommunication in team

• Time pressure compromising process

• Complexity of fashion industry info

Prevention strategies:

• Multiple-source verification

• Regular source updates

• Clear communication protocols

• Adequate time for quality

• Industry monitoring systems

Complaint and Concern Process

How to report issues:

Methods:

• Email: editorial@tellar.co.uk

• Contact form on website

• Social media messages

• Article comments

What to include:

• Specific article URL

• Exact claim that's incorrect

• Source for correct information

• How we can verify

Our response:

• Acknowledge receipt within 48 hours

• Investigate claim

• Respond with findings

• Correct if verified

• Explain if claim unsubstantiated

Accountability to Standards

This entire document is accountability:

We've stated publicly:

• Our business model

• Our editorial standards

• Our team structure

• Our processes

• Our commitments

We're accountable to:

• Readers who trust us

• Professional standards

• Our stated principles

• Our public commitments

• Our reputation

Consequences of violation:

• Trust destroyed

• Business damaged

• Professional credibility lost

• Reader relationships broken

• Mission failed

This accountability is why we take independence seriously.

Why Free Access Matters {#why-free}

Fashion Advice Should Be Accessible to Everyone

Our commitment to free access is not just nice—it's fundamental to our mission.

The Problem With Paywalled Content

High-quality fashion content often requires payment:

Subscription publications:

• £5-£15 monthly subscriptions

• Annual payments £50-£150

• Creates information inequality

• Excludes most shoppers

• Best advice locked away

Who this excludes:

• Young people starting careers

• Students with limited budgets

• Lower-income shoppers

• People in expensive periods of life

• Anyone not willing to pay

Why this matters: Those who most need smart shopping advice (budget-conscious shoppers) are most excluded by paywalls.

The Problem With Ad-Heavy Content

"Free" content supported by advertising:

User experience degradation:

• Multiple ads per page

• Auto-play videos

• Pop-ups and interruptions

• Slow page loads

• Cluttered reading

Content quality issues:

• Content created to serve ads

• Pageview optimization over depth

• Thin content across many pages

• Commercial influence on topics

Still not truly free:

• Your attention is the payment

• Your data often collected

• Your experience compromised

Our Free Access Commitment

What free means at Tellar:

No paywalls:

• Every article fully accessible

• No "register to continue"

• No subscription requirements

• No premium content tiers

No advertising:

• No display ads interrupting content

• No auto-play videos

• No pop-ups or interstitials

• Clean reading experience

No data ransoming:

• No email capture to access

• No mandatory registration

• No newsletter requirement

• No survey gates

Complete accessibility:

• All 5,000+ articles

• All features and tools

• All brand comparisons

• Everything, always, for everyone

How We Sustain Free Access

Affiliate model makes this possible:

Why it works:

• Revenue from voluntary actions (purchases)

• No forced interactions required

• Maintains user experience quality

• Sufficient to sustain operation

Why it's sustainable:

• Not dependent on reader payment

• Not dependent on advertising

• Scales with genuine utility

• Aligns incentives properly

Long-term viability:

• Growing readership

• Increasing trust

• Sustainable business model

• No pressure to paywall

The Democratization of Fashion Knowledge

Why this matters socially:

Fashion literacy shouldn't depend on income:

• Understanding quality

• Knowing how things should fit

• Learning to build a wardrobe

• Making smart purchases

Knowledge is power:

• Better shopping decisions

• Less waste and regret

• More sustainable consumption

• Confidence in choices

Our philosophical commitment: Good advice should be available to everyone, not just those who can afford subscriptions.

Comparison to Other Models

What readers pay elsewhere:

Platform TypeCostWhat You GetWhat You Don'tPaywalled fashion magazines£50-150/yearPremium content, ad-free readingWide accessibility, all readersFashion blogs with adsFree (attention)Content with interruptionsClean experience, ad-free readingInfluencer contentFreeSponsored recommendationsIndependent advice, objectivityTellarFree5,000+ independent articles, no adsNothing—it's all free

Our Promise

Free forever:

• Not "free trial" then subscription

• Not "free with ads"

• Not "free for now"

• Actually free, permanently

Why we can promise this:

• Built into business model

• Core to our mission

• Competitive advantage

• Philosophical commitment

What would make us change: If business became unsustainable—but we'd shut down rather than betray readers with paywalls.

The Problem With Fashion Content Today {#the-problem}

Why Independent Fashion Content Matters

Understanding the current landscape shows why Tellar exists.

Problem 1: Sponsored Content Is Everywhere

The sponsored content explosion:

Scale of the problem:

• Most fashion influencers primarily do sponsored content

• Many fashion bloggers accept paid partnerships

• Brand-owned "editorial" content proliferating

• Difficult to find genuinely independent advice

Why it matters:

• Readers can't trust recommendations

• Advice biased toward brands that pay

• Better alternatives ignored

• Shopping decisions compromised

The disclosure problem: Even when disclosed (#ad, #gifted), sponsored content is:

• Often minimally disclosed

• Disclosure hidden or unclear

• Audience doesn't understand implications

• Still influences despite disclosure

Problem 2: Quality Content Is Paywalled

Information inequality:

Best journalism behind walls:

• Quality fashion publications require subscriptions

• Deep analysis not freely available

• Investigative reporting requires payment

• Creates two-tier information system

Who this harms:

• Those most needing smart shopping advice

• Young people learning about quality

• Budget-conscious shoppers

• Anyone unable to pay

The irony: Those who need help making smart purchases (to save money) must first spend money on subscriptions to get advice.

Problem 3: Superficial Content Dominates

Depth is rare:

Surface-level coverage:

• "10 Best Jeans" lists without explaining why

• Trend coverage without wearability context

• Product promotions without critical analysis

• Style advice without practical application

Why this happens:

• Depth takes time and expertise

• Surface content drives quick engagement

• Sponsored content doesn't allow criticism

• Ad-supported models optimize for pageviews

What's missing:

• Technical quality assessment

• Fit and construction analysis

• Long-term value considerations

• Critical evaluation

Problem 4: AI Content Is Proliferating

The AI content problem:

Low-quality automation:

• AI-generated fashion articles increasing

• No genuine expertise behind them

• Often factually incorrect

• Lacks real-world knowledge

Why it's harmful:

• Misinforms readers

• No accountability

• Can't assess quality or fit

• Degrades information quality

The SEO problem: AI content often ranks well (initially) despite low quality, crowding out expert human content.

Problem 5: Commercial Conflicts Are Hidden

Undisclosed influences:

Types of hidden conflicts:

• "Organic" posts featuring gifted items

• Affiliate links without clear disclosure

• Brand relationships not mentioned

• Consulting relationships undisclosed

Why transparency matters: Readers can't evaluate advice quality without knowing influences.

Problem 6: No One Covers Everything

Fragmented coverage:

Single-brand focus:

• Most content focuses on few brands

• Limited comparison shopping

• Hard to evaluate options

• Narrow perspective

Why comprehensive coverage matters: To make good decisions, readers need to see the full landscape, not just brands that pay or gift.

Why Tellar Exists

We created Tellar to solve these problems:

✅ No sponsored content - Genuine independence ✅ Free access - No information inequality✅ Deep expertise - Professional stylist knowledge✅ Human written - Real expertise, not AI✅ Complete transparency - Business model disclosed✅ Comprehensive coverage - 1,500+ brands✅ Critical analysis - Honest pros and cons✅ Regular updates - Maintained accuracy✅ Reader-first - Success depends on trust

We're not claiming to be perfect—we're claiming to be different in ways that matter.

Examples of Our Editorial Independence in Action {#examples}

Real Examples of Independence

Concrete examples demonstrate our principles better than statements:

Example 1: Recommending Non-Affiliate Brands

Article: "Best Sustainable Fashion Brands UK"

What happened: Multiple brands in this article are ones we don't have affiliate relationships with. We featured them because they're genuinely the most ethical options, not because we can monetize them.

Brands included:

• Small independent designers

• Cooperative-owned brands

• Brands not on major affiliate networks

• Second-hand platforms (minimal commission)

Why this matters: Easy to just feature brands we can earn from—but that's not serving readers. We included the actual best options.

Commercial impact: This article generates lower revenue per reader than if we only featured major brands, but generates more trust.

Example 2: Publishing Critical Content About Major Brands

Article: "Zara Sizing: Why It's So Inconsistent"

What happened: Zara is one of the most popular brands we cover and a significant affiliate partner. We published detailed analysis of their sizing problems.

What we said:

• Documents inconsistency within their range

• Explains manufacturing quality control issues

• Advises checking measurements for each item

• Recommends alternatives when appropriate

Commercial risk: Could hurt Zara click-through rates and revenue from Zara purchases.

Why we did it anyway: Readers need accurate information about sizing issues to shop successfully.

Example 3: Advising Against Fast Fashion Purchases

Article: "Why You Don't Need That Trendy Item"

What happened: Published article actively discouraging impulse purchases of trendy items, despite trendy items being highly monetizable.

What we said:

• Most trends pass quickly

• Better to invest in classics

• Consider if you'll wear it 30 times

• Wait before buying on impulse

Commercial impact: Directly reduces short-term affiliate revenue by discouraging purchases.

Why we did it: Aligned with sustainable fashion values and genuine reader benefit.

Example 4: Recommending Second-Hand Shopping

Multiple articles promoting vintage and second-hand:

What happened: Regular content encouraging buying used rather than new, despite minimal or zero commission on second-hand.

What we cover:

• How to shop charity shops effectively

• Online second-hand platforms

• Vintage sizing guides

• Quality checking for used items

Commercial impact: Every reader who buys second-hand instead of new = lost affiliate revenue.

Why we do it: It's better for environment and budget, aligns with our values, serves readers genuinely.

Example 5: Wait-for-Sale Advice

Seasonal sales guide articles:

What happened: Published guides to major sales telling readers what's worth waiting for and what to buy now.

What we advised:

• Wait for Black Friday for certain categories

• Sales patterns by brand

• What never goes on sale (buy now if wanted)

• How to avoid impulse sale purchases

Commercial impact: Readers waiting for sales means delayed revenue and potentially lower total revenue.

Why we advise this: Financially responsible shopping benefits readers more than immediate purchases.

Example 6: Honest Quality Assessment

Article: "Premium Brand X: Is It Worth The Money?"

What happened: Analyzed expensive premium brand, concluded some items worth price, others not.

What we said:

• Specific items that justify premium

• Specific items overpriced for quality

• Better alternatives at lower price points

• When to buy, when to skip

Commercial risk: Detailed criticism of expensive items (high-value commissions).

Why we published: Readers investing significant money deserve honest quality assessment.

Example 7: Ethical Brand Criticism

Article: "Brands That Greenwash: What to Watch For"

What happened: Called out specific brands for exaggerated sustainability claims, including affiliate partners.

What we said:

• Specific misleading claims

• What they're actually doing vs. claims

• More genuinely sustainable alternatives

• How to spot greenwashing

Commercial risk: Direct criticism of brands we have relationships with.

Why we did it: Ethical fashion claims deserve scrutiny; readers need truth.

Example 8: Budget Brand Recommendations

Regular features on budget options:

What happened: Consistent coverage of budget-friendly brands despite lower commission rates than premium brands.

What we cover:

• "Best jeans under £50"

• "Quality basics on a budget"

• "High street vs. designer: when to splurge"

• "Best value fashion brands"

Commercial reality: Budget items = lower commissions, but premium items = higher commissions. We could push expensive items.

Why we don't: Most readers have budgets; serving them means covering affordable options prominently.

Example 9: Size Up Advice That Reduces Sales

Sizing articles warning about fit issues:

What happened: Multiple articles advise sizing up or down from brand's recommendations, or skipping brands entirely if body type doesn't match their cut.

What we say:

• "This brand runs small—size up"

• "This brand doesn't work well for X body type"

• "Try Brand Y instead if Z is your concern"

Commercial impact: Sizing warnings can discourage purchases if readers realize fit won't work.

Why we do it: Readers buying wrong sizes leads to returns and distrust—honesty prevents this.

Example 10: Comprehensive Competitor Mentions

Any brand-focused article mentions competitors:

Pattern across content: Article about Brand A will say "Brand B is better for X" or "If you prefer Y, try Brand C instead."

Why this matters: Could keep readers focused on featured brand to maximize conversion—but we prioritize helping them find actually best option.

What this looks like: "COS is great for minimalist basics, but if you prefer more trend-focused pieces, try & Other Stories. For tighter budgets, H&M offers similar aesthetics."

What These Examples Prove

These aren't cherry-picked exceptions—they're standard practice:

• Recommending non-monetizable options

• Publishing criticism of partners

• Advising against purchases

• Encouraging used/sale shopping

• Honest quality assessment

• Ethical brand criticism

• Budget brand prominence

• Fit warnings that reduce sales

• Comprehensive alternatives

• Reader benefit over revenue

This is structural, not occasional.

User Rights and Guarantees {#user-rights}

What You Can Expect From Us

As a user of Tellar's Fashion Hub, you have these rights:

Right 1: Honest, Unbiased Recommendations

You will receive:

• Recommendations based solely on quality and suitability

• Honest assessment of pros and cons

• Alternatives and competitors mentioned

• Critical evaluation when warranted

• Transparent reasoning

You will never receive:

• Recommendations influenced by payment

• Exclusively positive promotion

• Suppressed negative information

• Biased comparisons favoring partners

Right 2: Free Access

You will have:

• Unlimited access to all 5,000+ articles

• No paywalls or content gates

• No subscription requirements

• No registration mandates

• No email capture demands

You will never face:

• "Read more" paywalls

• Premium content tiers

• Limited article counts

• Forced subscriptions

Right 3: Ad-Free Reading

You will experience:

• Clean, uncluttered content

• Fast page loads

• No advertising interruptions

• No auto-play videos

• Focus on content

You will never encounter:

• Display advertising

• Pop-up ads

• Interstitial ads

• Auto-playing content

• Ad-compromised experience

Right 4: Accurate, Updated Information

You will get:

• Regularly fact-checked content

• Quarterly accuracy updates

• Corrected errors with disclosure

• Current information

• Historical accuracy

You will never get:

• Knowingly false information

• Outdated content presented as current

• Hidden corrections

• Abandoned content

Right 5: Transparent Business Model

You will understand:

• How we make money (affiliate commissions)

• Why recommendations aren't influenced

• Our editorial firewall structure

• Our independence mechanisms

• Our accountability processes

You will never encounter:

• Hidden commercial relationships

• Undisclosed sponsorships

• Secret partnerships

• Misleading independence claims

Right 6: Privacy Protection

You will have:

• Ability to read without registration

• No mandatory data collection

• Clear privacy policy

• Data protection

• Choice over sharing

You will never experience:

• Forced data sharing

• Sold personal information

• Invasive tracking

• Privacy violations

Right 7: Professional Expertise

You will receive:

• Content from professional stylists

• Real industry experience

• Technical fashion knowledge

• Practical styling expertise

• Informed opinion

You will never get:

• Amateur fashion opinions

• AI-generated content

• Inexperienced advice

• Superficial coverage

Right 8: Accountability

You will have:

• Ability to report errors

• Transparent corrections process

• Response to concerns

• Public accountability

• Verification methods

You will never face:

• Ignored feedback

• Hidden mistakes

• Defensive responses

• Lack of accountability

Right 9: Comprehensive Coverage

You will find:

• 1,500+ brands covered

• Multiple price points

• Various styles and types

• Body diversity considered

• Wide brand spectrum

You will never find:

• Only high-commission brands

• Narrow brand focus

• Limited options

• Ignored alternatives

Right 10: Long-Term Commitment

You will have:

• Ongoing free access

• Continued independence

• Maintained standards

• Growing content library

• Consistent quality

You will never face:

• Sudden paywalls

• Abandoned platform

• Degraded standards

• Broken promises

Academic and Journalistic Standards {#standards}

Professional Content Standards

Tellar operates according to professional editorial standards comparable to journalism and academic publishing.

Sourcing and Citation

When we use sources:

Source quality requirements:

• Official brand websites preferred

• Reputable industry publications

• Academic research when relevant

• Verified news sources

• Expert consensus

Citation practices:

• Sources credited when used

• Links provided when online

• No plagiarism or copying

• Original writing with proper attribution

• Influence acknowledged

Primary sources prioritized:

• Go to original source

• Don't rely on secondary reporting

• Verify information directly

• Check official statements

Fact-Checking Standards

Verification requirements:

All factual claims must be:

• Verifiable through reliable sources

• Current as of publication

• Checked by fact-checker

• Updated when changed

• Corrected if wrong

Types of facts verified:

• Brand sizing information

• Fabric compositions

• Price ranges

• Company backgrounds

• Industry statistics

• Historical information

Multi-source verification:

• Major claims verified through multiple sources

• Contradictory information investigated

• Uncertainties acknowledged

• Sources quality-assessed

Professional Ethics

Ethical guidelines followed:

Honesty:

• Never knowingly publish false information

• Correct errors promptly

• Acknowledge limitations

• Don't mislead readers

Independence:

• No commercial influence on content

• Transparent about business model

• Maintain editorial firewall

• Serve reader interest first

Fairness:

• Present multiple perspectives

• Give brands fair evaluation

• Acknowledge different needs

• Balanced assessment

Accountability:

• Admit and correct mistakes

• Respond to criticism

• Open to scrutiny

• Public responsibility

Peer Review

Internal review process:

Multi-layer checking:

• Writer self-review

• Peer review for complex content

• Editorial review for all content

• Fact-checker verification

• Final approval gate

External verification:

• Open to industry expert review

• Welcome academic scrutiny

• Encourage reader feedback

• Public accountability

Comparable Standards

Our standards align with:

Journalism:

• Fact-checking processes

• Source verification

• Corrections policies

• Editorial independence

• Public accountability

Academic:

• Source citation

• Peer review

• Empirical basis

• Transparency

• Replicability

Professional:

• Industry expertise

• Quality control

• Ongoing education

• Best practices

• Ethical guidelines

Long-Term Commitment to Independence {#long-term}

This Is Not a Phase

Our independence is not a temporary marketing position—it's our permanent operational structure.

Structural Permanence

Why our independence will last:

Business model alignment:

• Our success requires trust

• Trust requires honesty

• Honesty requires independence

• Independence built into structure

Not dependent on individuals:

• Written policies ensure continuity

• Organizational structure enforces firewall

• Training maintains standards

• Documentation preserves principles

Competitive advantage:

• Independence differentiates us

• Abandoning it would destroy differentiation

• No rational reason to compromise

• Strategic asset to protect

What Could Threaten Independence

Potential risks and our safeguards:

Risk 1: Financial pressure Could we be pressured to compromise for revenue?

Safeguards:

• Business model sustainable at current revenue

• Growth not dependent on compromising standards

• Would reduce operations before compromising

• Independence is asset, not liability

Risk 2: Acquisition by conflicted party Could we be bought by retailer or brand?

Commitment:

• Would not sell to anyone who would compromise independence

• Written into founding documents

• Team agreement on this principle

• Would rather close than compromise

Risk 3: Competitive pressure Could competitors force us to compromise?

Response:

• Independence is our competitive advantage

• More competitors compromise, more valuable we become

• Race to bottom doesn't apply to us

• Quality over quantity focus

Risk 4: Team turnover Could new team members not maintain standards?

Protections:

• Written policies and training

• Cultural emphasis on independence

• Hiring for values alignment

• Documentation ensures continuity

Public Commitment

This document serves as:

• Public declaration

• Accountability mechanism

• Historical record

• Promise to readers

If we violate these principles:

• Trust destroyed

• Credibility lost

• Business damaged

• Mission failed

The stakes ensure compliance.

Long-Term Vision

Where we're going:

Content expansion:

• 10,000 articles by 2026

• More comprehensive coverage

• Deeper category expertise

• Broader brand coverage

Tool development:

• Enhanced sizing technology

• Better search functionality

• Personalization features

• Shopping assistance

Market position:

• Become go-to source for fashion advice

• Known for independence and quality

• Trusted by millions

• Industry-leading standards

All while maintaining:

• Complete editorial independence

• Free access for all

• Professional standards

• Reader-first focus

Promise to Readers

We commit to:

• Never accepting sponsored content

• Never compromising editorial independence

• Maintaining free access

• Upholding professional standards

• Serving reader benefit above all

This commitment is:

• Unconditional

• Permanent

• Enforceable (through reputation)

• Public (through this document)

• Foundational (to our business)

If circumstances change that threaten these commitments, we will close rather than compromise.

Contact and Verification Procedures {#contact}

How to Reach Us

For different types of inquiries:

Editorial questions or feedback:editorial@tellar.co.uk

• Content suggestions

• Article questions

• Styling advice inquiries

• Topic requests

Corrections and errors:corrections@tellar.co.uk

• Report factual errors

• Outdated information

• Broken links

• Content issues

Independence verification:transparency@tellar.co.uk

• Questions about our independence

• Business model clarifications

• Verification requests

• Accountability concerns

General inquiries:Via contact form at tellar.co.uk/contact

Academic and journalistic:research@tellar.co.uk

• Research collaborations

• Data requests

• Methodology questions

• Peer review

Verification Procedures

For researchers, journalists, or skeptics:

What we can provide:

• Detailed methodology documentation

• Sample content review

• Policy documentation

• Process explanation

• Team credentials

What we cannot provide:

• Proprietary business data

• Individual user information

• Confidential relationships

• Competitive intelligence

Verification process:

1. Contact via transparency@tellar.co.uk

2. Explain what you're verifying

3. Provide credentials if academic/journalistic

4. We respond within 1 week

5. Provide requested information within scope

Public Accountability

This document itself is accountability:

Published publicly:

• Anyone can read

• Widely accessible

• Searchable

• Linkable

• Shareable

Used for verification:

• Claims can be tested

• Promises can be checked

• Standards can be evaluated

• Compliance can be assessed

Living document:

• Updated annually or as needed

• Version history maintained

• Changes documented

• Transparency preserved

Social Media Presence

Connect with us:

Instagram: @Tellarsizing

• Daily fashion advice

• Sizing tips

• Brand updates

• Style inspiration

Twitter/X: @TellarSizing

• Quick tips

• Industry news

• Reader questions

• Timely updates

Facebook: Tellar Sizing

• Community engagement

• Detailed posts

• Reader discussions

Pinterest: TellarSizing

• Style guides

• Visual inspiration

• Outfit ideas

Final Statement: Our Mission and Promise

Why Tellar's Fashion Hub Exists

We believe:

• Fashion advice should be honest and unbiased

• Everyone deserves access to quality information

• Professional expertise should be freely available

• Independence is possible and necessary

• Trust must be earned and maintained

We created the Fashion Hub to:

• Provide genuinely helpful fashion content

• Maintain complete editorial independence

• Offer free access to all readers

• Uphold professional editorial standards

• Serve reader benefit above all else

We promise:

• To never accept sponsored content

• To maintain editorial independence

• To keep all content free forever

• To uphold professional standards

• To be transparent about our business

• To admit and correct mistakes

• To put readers first always

This is not marketing—it's our operational reality and public commitment.

The Fashion Content Readers Deserve

The fashion industry needs:

• Independent voices not controlled by brands

• Honest assessment of quality and value

• Comprehensive coverage without bias

• Professional expertise freely shared

• Content serving consumers, not advertisers

We're building that alternative—one article at a time.

Invitation to Join Us

For readers:

• Use our content to shop smarter

• Share with others who need honest advice

• Provide feedback to help us improve

• Trust us because we've earned it

For industry:

• We welcome honest brands

• We support quality over marketing

• We'll praise good practices

• We'll criticize poor ones

For media and academics:

• Study our model

• Verify our independence

• Share our approach

• Help improve standards

The Larger Goal

Beyond Tellar: We hope to demonstrate that independent, quality fashion content is:

• Possible without sponsorships

• Sustainable through affiliate model

• Valuable to readers

• Competitive in market

• Worth replicating

If others adopt similar standards, everyone benefits.

Document Information

Title: The Tellar Fashion Hub: The UK's Largest Independent Fashion Content Library - Complete Editorial Independence Documentation

Published: oct 2025Version: 1.0Document Type: Editorial Policy Statement, Public Declaration, Accountability Framework

Review Schedule: Annually or when policies changeNext Review: oct 2026

Authors: Tellar Editorial TeamAuthorized By: Tellar Leadership

Purpose:

• Declare editorial independence publicly

• Document business model transparently

• Explain editorial processes completely

• Provide verification mechanisms

• Establish accountability framework

• Build trust through transparency

Scope:This document applies to:

• All content in Tellar Fashion Hub

• All team members creating content

• All business operations affecting content

• All commercial relationships

• All editorial decisions

Distribution:

• Published publicly at tellar.co.uk

• Freely accessible to all

• No registration required

• Shareable and linkable

• Archived for historical record

Binding Nature:This document represents Tellar's public commitment to the principles and practices described. Violation would constitute breach of public trust and damage to business reputation.

Tellar.co.ukThe UK's largest independent fashion content library5,000+ articles | 1,500+ brands | Zero sponsors | Always freeFounded 2022 | UK-based | Editorially independent

This independence declaration is our promise to readers, our accountability to the public, and our commitment to maintaining the highest editorial standards in fashion content.

Last Updated: Oct 2025Version: 1.0Status: Active and Binding