ESP Trendlab is a color + trend forecasting agency, located in New York City, that detects and analyzes cutting-edge design trends for over 1000 leadership brands worldwide. From design and lifestyle to consumer mindsets and socio-cultural movements, ESP's intelligence blends strategic-level thinking with the newest core aesthetics — ultimately shaping products, perceptions and the world in which we live.

ESP's Cross-Industry Reach:
ESP's client base spans across industries and market sectors: fashion apparel, home interiors, beauty, wellness, active, automotive, hospitality, entertainment, tech, consumer products and beyond. For over 40 years ESP has been trusted to steward clients'​ brands by accurately anticipating and identifying leading-edge opportunities for the future. 

ESP's Global Network:
ESP Trendlab has gathered a network of partners, comprised of high-level trend forecasting and consulting agencies from around the world. This unique collaborative approach offers our clients a diverse selection of carefully curated macro, color and trend publications, online services, and customized consulting services.

Currently Representing:
A+A Design Studio
D.Cipher FM
FutureThinkKnow
Luminary
Oltmans van Niekerk
Scout
Trendhouse
Trendhub by BDA London
The Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies
The Ideatelier
Unique Style Platform

Apparel & Fashion

Beauty & Cosmetics

Design

ESP Trendlab

Lindsey Smecker

Cindy McFadden

This department focuses on identifying and pursuing growth opportunities through strategic partnerships and market expansion.

Business Development

This department encompasses the executive roles responsible for guiding and overseeing the organization's strategic direction.

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ESP Trendlab

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