Image Credits & Sources Policy
Introduction
Visual content is central to the experience on Lifestyles by Stella. From outfit styling guides to hairstyle references and nail inspiration boards, imagery plays a critical role in communicating ideas clearly and effectively. This Image Credits & Sources Policy outlines how visual content is created, sourced, and used across lifestylesbystella.com, how intellectual property is handled, and how third-party rights are respected.
Lifestyles by Stella is committed to responsible and transparent use of imagery. This policy is designed to give visitors, creators, and brand partners a clear understanding of the visual practices on this site.
1. Original and AI-Enhanced Visual Content
A significant portion of the imagery on Lifestyles by Stella is created specifically for this website. This includes visuals that are designed, composed, or curated by Stella Kova to support the site’s fashion, hairstyle, and nail inspiration content.
Many of the images published on Lifestyles by Stella are AI-generated or AI-enhanced using digital tools and artificial intelligence software. These visuals are produced intentionally and carefully to illustrate styling concepts, trend guides, and aesthetic ideas in a polished and cohesive way. AI-assisted imagery is used as a creative tool to ensure the visual standard of the site remains high, consistent, and aligned with the content it accompanies.
All original and AI-enhanced visuals published on lifestylesbystella.com are the intellectual property of Lifestyles by Stella and Stella Kova. They may not be downloaded, reproduced, edited, or redistributed for commercial purposes without prior written permission.
Visitors are welcome to share these images on Pinterest and social media, provided that proper attribution is included and a direct link back to the original page on lifestylesbystella.com is clearly attached. Sharing with credit is encouraged — reposting without credit or source links is not permitted.
2. Licensed and Stock Imagery
In certain cases, Lifestyles by Stella may use stock photography or licensed visual assets obtained from platforms that provide commercial usage rights. When stock imagery is used, it is selected and incorporated in accordance with the licensing terms of the respective provider.
Many stock image platforms do not require direct attribution, and in those cases, individual credits may not be displayed. However, where a license does require attribution, or where crediting the source adds transparency and value, appropriate credit will be provided either within the blog post or in an accompanying caption.
All licensed imagery used on Lifestyles by Stella is obtained through legitimate channels and is used within the scope of its associated license agreement.
3. Third-Party and Brand-Sourced Content
From time to time, Lifestyles by Stella may feature imagery provided by or sourced from brands, designers, product creators, or other third parties. This typically occurs in the context of product features, trend roundups, collaboration posts, or brand partnership content.
When third-party images are used, credit is given to the rightful owner. Attribution may appear within the body of the blog post, in a caption beneath the image, or in a dedicated credits section, depending on the format of the content.
Lifestyles by Stella does not claim ownership of any image that belongs to a third party. All third-party visuals are used with permission, under fair use principles, or with appropriate attribution as applicable.
If you are the owner or authorized representative of an image featured on lifestylesbystella.com and you believe it has been used without proper credit or authorization, please contact me promptly at contact@lifestylesbystella.com. I take these matters seriously and will review the concern as quickly as possible. Where warranted, I will update the attribution, replace the image, or remove it from the site entirely.
4. Pinterest and Social Sharing
Pinterest is a key platform for Lifestyles by Stella, and much of the site’s visual content is designed with Pinterest sharing in mind. Original pins created by Lifestyles by Stella link directly back to their corresponding pages on lifestylesbystella.com and remain the intellectual property of this website.
When content from other creators is pinned or shared through Lifestyles by Stella’s Pinterest boards, no claim of ownership is made over that content. Third-party pins are shared in their original form with their existing source links intact. Lifestyles by Stella’s Pinterest activity is intended to curate and share inspiration within the platform’s intended use, not to appropriate or misrepresent the work of others.
If you are a creator and would prefer that your content not be pinned or shared through Lifestyles by Stella’s Pinterest boards, please reach out at contact@lifestylesbystella.com and your request will be honored.
5. Copyright Protection and Usage Requests
Lifestyles by Stella respects the intellectual property of photographers, designers, illustrators, brands, and fellow content creators, and the same respect is expected in return.
The original and AI-enhanced visual content on lifestylesbystella.com is protected by applicable copyright standards. Unauthorized reproduction, modification, commercial distribution, or use of Lifestyles by Stella’s imagery without express written permission is prohibited. This includes downloading images from the site and uploading them to other websites, blogs, or social media accounts without proper attribution and a direct link to the source page.
If you are interested in using any of Lifestyles by Stella’s visual content — whether for media coverage, collaborative projects, editorial features, or any other purpose — please submit a request to contact@lifestylesbystella.com with details about the intended use. Permission requests are reviewed individually, and I am happy to work with legitimate inquiries on a case-by-case basis.
6. Commitment to Visual Integrity
Lifestyles by Stella strives to maintain a high standard of visual integrity across all published content. This means selecting and creating imagery thoughtfully, crediting sources accurately, responding to ownership concerns promptly, and being transparent about the tools and methods used to produce visuals — including the use of AI technology.
The goal is to ensure that every image on this site serves its purpose honestly: to inspire, to illustrate, and to enhance the reader’s experience with the content.
7. Updates to This Policy
This Image Credits & Sources Policy may be revised periodically to reflect changes in visual content practices, creative tools, licensing arrangements, or legal standards. When updates are made, the revised policy will be posted on this page and the “Last Updated” date at the top of the document will be adjusted.
Visitors are encouraged to review this page from time to time to stay informed about how visual content is managed on Lifestyles by Stella.
Contact
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to image use on Lifestyles by Stella — whether regarding attribution, permissions, removal requests, or general inquiries — please reach out using the email below.
Email: contact@lifestylesbystella.com
All inquiries will be reviewed and addressed as promptly as possible.