Top Fashion Brands Hiring UGC Creators: January 2026

January partnerships look different than December's holiday rush. Brands are shifting from gift guides to "new year, new style" content, spring previews, and wardrobe refresh angles. We tracked hundreds of paid partnerships across Instagram and TikTok in the Fashion niche this month.

Here's who's actively hiring.

Why This List Matters

Every brand here has verified paid partnerships we tracked in real-time. Not speculation, not old data rehashed into a blog post. These brands spent money on creator content in January 2026.

The Elephant in the Room: SHEIN

Let's address it. SHEIN dominates our data this month. They work with creators at every follower level, from 10K to 1M+. Part of why: their affiliate program is open to basically anyone, so the volume of SHEIN-tagged content is massive compared to brands that hand-pick creators.

What they're doing:

• Affiliate program partnerships (creators get codes like "CRGusername123")
• Store-within-a-store promotions (pushing specific SHEIN seller shops)
• Seasonal campaigns (Carnival in Brazil, Winter Sale globally)

Who they work with:

• All sizes. Seriously. We tracked partnerships from 11K followers up to 1.3M.
• Global reach. Heavy in Brazil, US, Spain, Germany, Middle East.

Should you pitch them? SHEIN is accessible. Their affiliate program is relatively easy to join. But rates tend to be lower than other brands. Good for building your portfolio, less great if you're looking for high-paying campaigns.

Fast Fashion & E-commerce

Temu

Volume player. We tracked multiple Temu fashion partnerships this month.

Content Style: Haul videos, wishlist reveals, affordable finds Creator Profile: Budget-conscious, lifestyle creators, family content Pitch angle: The "hidden gems" approach still works. Show unexpected quality.

Halara

Active this month, specifically for athleisure and denim.

Content Style: Lifestyle shots, comfort-focused content, "these don't feel like jeans" angles Creator Profile: 50K-150K range, active lifestyle, moms who care about comfort Pitch angle: They're pushing stretchy, comfortable pieces. Lead with comfort, not just style.

One creator we tracked (@millionaire_nanny, 133K followers) got 7.56% engagement on their Halara athleisure content. That's solid.

Sportswear & Activewear

Nike

Still working with creators, though selectively. We tracked kids' apparel content this month.

Content Style: Active family content, sports lifestyle Creator Profile: Parents with active kids, micro-influencers in sports niches Pitch angle: Performance stories matter. If you or your family lives an active lifestyle, that's your in.

Timberland

Spotted in our data this month. Footwear content.

Content Style: Lifestyle, fashion-forward takes on classic boots Creator Profile: Style-focused creators who can make workwear cool Pitch angle: Classic boots don't have to look like construction wear. Put them somewhere interesting.

YOUNGLA

Growing presence in fitness creator space.

Content Style: Gym content, workout fits, restocks and drops Creator Profile: Fitness creators, gym community Pitch angle: Community matters. If you're embedded in gym culture, they notice.

Premium & Boutique

Oh Polly

One standout this month: Grace Rosa hit 1.2 million views and 14.1% engagement on a Paris-themed Oh Polly TikTok. That's the kind of content that gets you noticed.

Content Style: Aspirational, travel aesthetic, romantic vibes Creator Profile: Established fashion creators with polished feeds Pitch angle: They want content with a scene, not just outfit flatlays.

Revolve

Ambassador program still active. We tracked a TikTok partnership showing "everything Revolve sent this month" style content.

Content Style: Premium unboxings, curated picks, lifestyle integration Creator Profile: Established fashion influencers, high production value Pitch angle: You need an existing portfolio that matches their aesthetic. Cold pitching is tough here.

JW Pei

Handbag partnerships spotted this month.

Content Style: Subtle luxury, minimalist fashion, "effortless" vibes Creator Profile: Fashion creators with clean aesthetics Pitch angle: Less is more. They want their bags featured naturally, not as the entire focus.

American Eagle

Denim partnerships.

Content Style: Styled outfit content, casual and approachable Creator Profile: Relatable creators, young adults, college-age Pitch angle: Real life in jeans. Not too polished.

Outdoor & Winter Wear

L.L.Bean

Winter content doing well this month.

Content Style: Adventure content, outdoor lifestyle, cozy-meets-functional Creator Profile: Travel creators, outdoor enthusiasts, PNW/mountain lifestyle Pitch angle: Show the gear in action. A gorgeous shot in the Tetons beats a bedroom try-on every time.

Reima

Kids' winter wear. If you create family content, take note.

Content Style: Kids actually playing outside in the gear Creator Profile: Parent creators, especially those in cold climates Pitch angle: Real winter conditions. They want to see kids warm and visible in the snow.

Niche Opportunities

Loulou Lollipop

Kids' sleepwear and accessories. Hockey-themed PJs doing well this month.

Content Style: Cozy family content, themed wardrobes Creator Profile: Mom influencers, family lifestyle Pitch angle: Niche themes (sports, patterns) that resonate with parents.

COYU

Streetwear brand. We tracked a concert outfit partnership.

Content Style: Event-ready fits, lifestyle moments Creator Profile: Style-focused creators who attend events Pitch angle: Real-life styling moments, not just outfit grids.

Paireyewear

Eyewear with swappable tops.

Content Style: Day-to-night versatility, lifestyle integration Creator Profile: Lifestyle creators, anyone who wears glasses Pitch angle: Functionality meets fashion. Show the swap.

What's Working Right Now

Based on our tracking this month:

High engagement content:

• Comfort-focused messaging ("these don't feel like jeans")
• Real-life styling moments (concerts, travel, winter activities)
• Before/after or transformation-style reveals

Platform trends:

• TikTok for reach (Grace Rosa's Oh Polly video: 1.2M views)
• Instagram for engagement depth (detailed captions, carousel posts)

Creator sizes performing:

• Mid-tier (50K-200K) getting strong engagement rates
• Micro (10K-50K) still landing brand deals regularly

How to Use This List

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Option 3: Do It Yourself

If you prefer to write your own pitches:

1. Start with niche fit. Athleisure creator? Halara and YOUNGLA are hiring.
2. Study recent content. Look at what the brand is already doing with creators.
3. Pitch now for February. January pitches land February deals.

Methodology

This report uses CollabFeed's live tracking of Instagram and TikTok sponsored posts from January 2026. We filtered for "Fashion" niche and counted only verified paid partnerships (posts containing #ad, #sponsored, or platform-disclosed partnerships).

Sample size: Hundreds of fashion partnerships Platforms: Instagram, TikTok Data source: CollabFeed real-time partnership tracking

What's Coming

February will bring Valentine's Day content, early spring fashion, and "treat yourself" messaging. Brands are planning now.

Related posts:

• Top Fashion Brands Hiring UGC Creators: December 2025
• Top Beauty Brands Hiring UGC Creators: December 2025

Data powered by CollabFeed. Track real-time brand partnerships at collabfeed.io.