What kind of businesses does Transcend Branding Co. work with?

Independent retail — boutiques, thrift and consignment shops, streetwear and vintage stores, and gift shops. Most clients have 10–500 products and no in-house design or marketing team.

Do you build websites on Shopify or Squarespace?

Both. We recommend the platform during Phase 1 based on your catalog size, budget, and how much you'll want to manage yourself after launch.

Can I get just the brand audit without a full website rebuild?

Yes. Phase 1 — brand audit, competitor analysis, and strategy brief — stands alone for $400, and is fully credited toward the full project if you move forward.

Do you only work with businesses in Arlington, VA?

We're based in Arlington, VA, but work with independent shop owners nationwide. Discovery calls, design reviews, and training sessions are all remote-friendly.

How long does a full website project take?

Typically 5–8 weeks total: 1–2 weeks for Discovery & Strategy, 3–5 weeks for Design & Build, and 1 week for Launch & Handoff.

What's included in the monthly retainer after launch?

Four hours a month of site updates, SEO adjustments, and analytics review — cancel anytime with 7 days' notice.

Process & Pricing

A three-phase engagement built for independent retail: discovery, design and build, then launch and handoff. Pricing is transparent from the start, and Phase 1 is fully credited toward the project if you move forward.

Phase 1: Discovery & Strategy

$400.00

A short paid engagement to map your site structure, content, and design direction before any building starts. Fully credited toward Phase 2 if you move forward.

Phase 2: Design & Build

$1,800 – $2,800

Design and development of the full site, built around the plan from Phase 1. Scope and price are finalized together before work begins.

Monthly Retainer

$200.00/mo

Ongoing updates, small content changes, and priority support after launch. Month to month, cancel anytime.

Let’s find your starting point.

Tell me about your business and where you’re at, and I’ll follow up with next steps.