Why creators choose ByTheLook
See how your earnings compare on $12,000 in sales.
Traditional affiliate platforms
LTK & others
You earn on $12K sales
$480
Commission
3–5%
Payout speed
150 days
Checkout
Redirect off-site
Exclusivity
Varies
The smarter platform
ByTheLook
You earn on $12K sales
$1,440
3x more earnings
Commission
12–15%
Payout speed
14–21 days
Checkout
On-platform
Exclusivity
None required
No exclusivity required. Use ByTheLook alongside LTK or any other platform.
How It Works
Style. Share. Earn.
Three simple steps to start earning.
Borrow for Free
Request product loans from local boutiques. Style them, photograph them, return within 7 days. Zero cost to you.
Publish & Promote
Build complete Looks, share on Instagram and TikTok. Your link-in-bio, powered up. Reach new audiences.
Earn 12–15% Commission
Commission on every sale from your Looks — forever. Paid in 14–21 days via direct deposit.
What our creators are doing
15+
Looks published per month
Average across active creators
3x
More engagement
Than traditional affiliate links
48 hrs
To approval
Average application review time
Product Loans
How Product Loans Work
Retailers loan you products so you can photograph and style them. Return within 7 days. Your credit card is only charged if items aren't returned. Most loans cost $0.
- Request items from any retailer on the platform
- Products shipped to you (free within GTA)
- Photograph within 5 days, return by day 7
- In-store photoshoot option — zero shipping needed
Creator Levels
Grow your status
Start as Standard. Prove your reliability and creativity to unlock better perks, more access, and higher visibility.
Standard
Every creator begins at Standard. Prove your reliability to level up.
- Up to 3 active loans
- 7-day return window
- Standard commission rate
- Basic analytics dashboard
Trusted Creator
Proven reliability earns you more access, longer timelines, and priority.
- Up to 5 active loans
- 14-day return window
- Priority loan approval
- Performance benchmarks
Brand Ambassador
The top tier. Maximum perks, gifting from retailers, and featured visibility.
- Unlimited active loans
- Gifting privileges from retailers
- Featured placement on platform
- Audience insights & analytics
What we look for
A few things that help your application stand out.
5,000+ Followers
On Instagram or TikTok. We look at genuine engagement, not just numbers.
3%+ Engagement Rate
Active, engaged audiences that trust your style recommendations.
Toronto / GTA Based
Based in or near the Greater Toronto Area for local boutique access.
Fashion & Lifestyle Focus
Fashion, lifestyle, or beauty content creators who love styling outfits.
Don't meet every requirement? Apply anyway — we review every application and consider potential over numbers.