u/tswiftsweden

I create Scandinavian-inspired fashion, beauty and home content, and I’m trying to build a more consistent affiliate income through LTK and ShopMy.
Pinterest is my main traffic source, with over 2.5 million monthly views. I post outfit moodboards, styling ideas and individual product pins, linking to products or curated collections. My earnings are still inconsistent, though, and I’m struggling to figure out where to focus.

I know views don’t necessarily mean buying intent, so I’d love advice from people who’ve successfully converted Pinterest (or another platform) traffic into affiliate sales:
- How do you identify products or topics that attract buyers?
- Do direct product pins or curated roundups work better for you?
- Does content that solves a specific problem—like styling a tricky item or furnishing a small room—convert better than general inspiration?
- Would you focus on improving my Pinterest strategy, or suggest another platform to reach my audience?

Creating and helping people find things they love is my passion. My first goal is a consistent $1,000/month, with the longer-term goal of doing this full-time. I’m happy to put in the work, but I want a clearer strategy instead of just posting more and hoping.

What would you test or change first? I’d really appreciate any firsthand experiences, strategies and success stories!!

Hey everyone!
I’m looking for advice from anyone who shares my specific coloring. I’ve figured out that I’m a Warm Spring (True Spring?) who leans a bit into Light Spring, but I am struggling so much with finding the right balance—especially when it comes to clothes.

My coloring:
Hair: Natural Scandinavian golden light blonde.
Skin: Light-medium with a very distinct golden, warm peach undertone, plus warm freckles.
Eyes: Blue-green. Sometimes a tiny bit of grey.
The Struggle:
I absolutely need a lot of warmth, but the traditional Light Spring pastel palettes completely wash me out and make me look ghostly pale. On the other hand, because of my lighter hair, some of the heaviest/darkest Warm Spring colors can feel a bit overwhelming.
I find makeup a bit easier, but shopping for clothes is a nightmare. Everything in stores right now feels either too muted, too cool, or too pastel.
If you have similar coloring:
Fashion: What are your holy grail clothing colors that give enough warmth and saturation without overpowering your light contrast? Where do you even find these colors? Any advice on shops or specific items in store right now?
Makeup: What are your absolute favorite everyday lip, blush, and eyeshadow products?
Keywords: What words do you look for when shopping online to find that perfect sunny, warm, but not overly heavy Spring vibe?
Would love to hear your best style formulas, go-to shades, or any tips you have for navigating this tricky middle ground! Thank you! 💛

Hey everyone, I’m at my absolute wits' end here.
I am a die-hard fan of a nice dark tan + white clothes (and white sheets), but self-tanning is making that a problem.

Literally every single product I try ends up leaving these awful yellowish-brown stains on my clothes and bedsheets no matter all the promises of transfer-free formulas.

My latest try is the St. Tropez Purity Face Mist. It’s a "clear" product, but the day after application, my favorite loose white dress was completely ruined along the neckline. Before that, I tried MineTan Workout Ready (which is supposed to be sweat-proof and transfer-resistant), but it still turned my bedsheets yellow.

I completely understand the science behind it and that it’s not a guide color issue. I know it’s the DHA reacting with my skin, and then those dead, tanned skin cells naturally flaking off due to friction against the fabric. But knowing why it happens doesn't make me hate it any less. I’m so frustrated I honestly consider just giving up and sunbathing in the actual sun at this point, even though I know the UV risks.

Before I throw in the towel, I need to know: Is there ANY way to actually get away from this happening?

A few specific questions for you experts here:
- Are 100% Erythrulose-only products worth it? I've heard that because Erythrulose develops slower and binds differently, it doesn't rub off on clothes the way DHA does. Has anyone tried DHA-free formulas and successfully worn white?
- Is a Gradual Tan a better option? Do lower percentages of DHA mean significantly less shedding/staining, or will it just ruin my clothes at a slower pace?
- What technique am I missing? I already try to wear loose clothing and it doesn’t matter if I shower or not tbh after a clear one has developed.
- Product Recommendations? If you are a white-sheets/white-clothes devotee and you have a holy grail product that genuinely has zero transfer, please drop the name below.
Help a frustrated tanner out PLEASE!

Thank you! 🙏