SPECIALTIES

BFORE helps brands turn insight into confident decisions through expertise in trend forecasting, fashion direction, and retail strategy.

TREND FORECASTING & MARKET STRATEGY

Identifies micro and macro trends from runway shows, trade shows, cultural shifts, and consumer behavior to keep brands ahead of the curve.

Insights are translated into actionable opportunities, highlighting what matters most for product, merchandising, and storytelling decisions.

PRODUCT & MERCHANDISING DIRECTION

Guides assortment planning, category focus, and buying decisions.

From curating the right mix of core and trend-driven products to identifying whitespace opportunities, BFORE helps brands make smarter, commercially-driven choices.

BRAND & STORYTELLING STRATEGY

Aligns brand narrative, visuals, and commercial goals for stronger retail impact.

Supports brands in clarifying positioning, crafting seasonal stories, and ensuring consistency across touchpoints, so every product and experience feels intentional.

DIGITAL & MARKET INSIGHT

Transforms consumer behavior, competitive research, and industry trends into actionable insights.

Enables brands to anticipate shifts in shopping patterns, optimize omnichannel strategy, and make data-informed decisions without losing creativity.

STYLE & FASHION DIRECTION

Translates runway trends, cultural movements, and audience tastes into tangible product and visual guidance.

From seasonal aesthetics to key products and assortment highlights, BFORE helps brands create compelling identities that resonate with customers.

REPORTING & COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS

Provides clarity on market positioning through competitor shopping, brand research, and industry reports.

Insights are tailored to each team and audience, allowing brands to prioritize actions, benchmark performance, and uncover new opportunities.

SS26 REPORT

Inside you’ll find a deep dive into the Fall ’25 season and a runway roundup from the SS26 shows

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WHERE YOUR BRAND MEETS WHAT'S NEXT

Three ways to work with BFORE.

Explore the options below, click learn more for details

FOUNDATION

Emerging Designers & Students

Starting at $79/month

Goal: Build trend literacy and market awareness

Includes:

  • Quarterly macro & micro trend reports
  • Canadian & global trend snapshots
  • Educational runway breakdowns
  • Digital report access

Perfect for building a strong foundation — and future growth.

GROWTH

Small Retailers & Growing Brands

Starting at $450/month

Goal: Support smarter buying, stronger performance, and confident growth

Includes:

  • Monthly trend & product opportunity reports
  • Assortment & buy guidance by category
  • Competitive shopping insights
  • One strategic planning call per quarter

BFORE’s core growth partnership.

ENTERPRISE

Large Retailers & Established Brands

Starting at $1,500/month

Goal: Strategic, in-depth forecasting customized to your team & business goals

Includes (customized per client):

  • Company-specific forecasting & trend decks
  • Merchandising & fashion direction
  • Brand discovery & opportunity mapping
  • Strategy sessions

Designed to deliver exactly what your business needs to act with clarity and confidence.

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