Advertising Disclosure
At Aperture Muse, we believe in complete transparency regarding our business relationships and advertising practices. This disclosure explains how we approach advertising, affiliate partnerships, sponsored content, and other commercial relationships.
We are committed to maintaining the trust you place in us by being open and honest about our advertising relationships and how they may influence the content and recommendations we provide. Last updated: November 25, 2025.
Purpose of This Disclosure
This disclosure is provided in accordance with applicable advertising regulations and our commitment to transparency. Our goal is to help you understand:
- What types of advertising relationships we maintain
- How we may be compensated for recommendations or referrals
- How sponsored content is identified and presented
- What controls you have regarding advertising on our website
- Our policies for maintaining editorial integrity
Affiliate Relationships
Participation in Affiliate Programs
Aperture Muse may participate in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may receive compensation when you click on certain links or make purchases through our referrals. These affiliate relationships help support our business and allow us to continue providing valuable content and services.
Commission-Based Compensation
When you purchase products or services through our affiliate links, we may earn a commission from the merchant. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. The price you pay is the same whether you use our affiliate link or visit the merchant directly.
Product Recommendations
We only recommend products, services, and tools that we believe would be valuable to our audience of fashion and luxury brands. While we may receive compensation for these recommendations, our primary consideration is whether the product or service aligns with the needs and standards of our clients.
Transparency in Financial Relationships
We maintain transparency about our financial relationships. When we discuss products or services where an affiliate relationship exists, we make reasonable efforts to disclose this relationship to you. Our recommendations are based on professional experience and industry knowledge, not solely on potential compensation.
Our Commitment: We are selective about our affiliate partnerships and only promote products and services that we believe meet the high standards expected in the fashion and luxury marketing industry. Your trust is more valuable to us than any affiliate commission.
Sponsored Content
Identification of Paid Content
From time to time, we may publish sponsored content or paid promotions on our website or through our channels. All sponsored content will be clearly labeled as "Sponsored," "Paid Promotion," "In Partnership With," or similar language to ensure you can easily identify paid content.
Sponsored Post Labeling
When we create content in partnership with brands or receive compensation for discussing specific products or services, we disclose this relationship prominently at the beginning of the content. This ensures you understand the commercial nature of the content before engaging with it.
Brand Partnership Disclosures
We may enter into partnerships with brands that align with our expertise in fashion and luxury marketing. These partnerships may include compensation for content creation, consulting services, or promotion. All such partnerships will be disclosed appropriately in relevant content.
Editorial Independence
While we may receive compensation for sponsored content, we maintain editorial control over what we publish. We do not allow sponsors to dictate our opinions or compromise our professional standards. Our reputation and credibility are paramount, and we will not sacrifice them for commercial gain.
Third-Party Advertising
Display Advertising Networks
We may use third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These networks may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing behavior and interests.
Advertising networks we may work with include Google AdSense, media buying platforms, and other reputable advertising services that comply with industry standards and regulations.
Behavioral Targeting
Some advertisements on our website may be targeted based on your browsing behavior across different websites. This practice, known as behavioral advertising or interest-based advertising, uses information about your web browsing to show you relevant advertisements.
For more information about how we use cookies and tracking technologies, please review our Cookie Policy.
Cookie Usage for Advertising
Advertising networks use cookies to track user behavior and deliver personalized advertisements. These cookies may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our website. This information helps advertisers deliver more relevant ads to you.
Ad Personalization Practices
We participate in ad personalization programs that allow advertisers to show you relevant advertisements based on your interests. These programs comply with applicable privacy regulations and industry standards. You have the right to opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings or the cookie preferences on our website.
Your Rights and Advertising Controls
Managing Advertising Preferences
You have several options for controlling the advertisements you see on our website:
- Adjust your cookie preferences using our cookie management tools
- Configure your browser settings to block or limit cookies
- Use browser extensions that block advertisements
- Opt out of personalized advertising through industry opt-out programs
Opt-Out Procedures
To opt out of personalized advertising:
- Visit our Cookie Policy page to manage your cookie preferences
- Use the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool
- Adjust your Google Ad Settings if we use Google advertising services
- Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings (though support varies by advertiser)
Data Collection for Advertising
When you interact with advertisements on our website, advertising networks may collect certain information about you. This collection is governed by the privacy policies of the respective advertising networks, not solely by our Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party advertisers.
Your Privacy Rights
Under applicable privacy regulations (including GDPR), you have rights regarding data collected for advertising purposes, including the right to access, rectify, or delete your data. To exercise these rights, please contact us or the relevant advertising network directly.
Regulatory Compliance
We are committed to complying with all applicable advertising regulations, including guidelines established by advertising standards authorities and consumer protection agencies. Our advertising practices are designed to be transparent, honest, and respectful of consumer rights.
When we make product recommendations or endorsements, we ensure that our statements are truthful and based on genuine experience or professional knowledge. We do not make false or misleading claims about products or services.
Changes to Advertising Practices
As our business evolves, our advertising practices may change. We may add new advertising partnerships, modify our affiliate relationships, or change how we present sponsored content. When significant changes occur, we will update this disclosure and revise the "last updated" date.
We encourage you to review this disclosure periodically to stay informed about our advertising practices and commercial relationships.
Questions About Our Advertising Practices
If you have questions about our advertising disclosure, want to report a concern about unlabeled sponsored content, or need clarification about any of our commercial relationships, please contact us. We take transparency seriously and are happy to address any questions or concerns you may have.
Your feedback helps us maintain the highest standards of transparency and ethical advertising practices.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about our advertising practices:
Aperture Muse
Via Montenapoleone 19
20121 Milan, Italy
Phone: +39 02 8472 5193
Email: [email protected]