Mannequins are often the unsung heroes in retail, helping everyone from premium fashion brands to boutique outlets showcase their latest offerings. However, while there’s no denying their effectiveness, have you ever wondered what it takes to dress one?
While it may look relatively straightforward from the surface, dressing mannequins can be an art form that requires patience, technique and a touch of creativity! So, no matter whether you’re a shop owner or an aspiring VM, we thought we would put together our ultimate guide to making your mannequins look fantastic.
Before diving into the dressing techniques for an eye-catching mannequin, you must ensure you have the right style. Not all mannequins are created equally and are available in different shapes, styles, and poses.
If you are new to working with mannequins, you should start with more straightforward options with removable arms and a more manageable base. This will allow you to practice your technique while still creating beautiful displays. As your skills develop, you can invest in higher-quality options with greater flexibility and design.
Dressing a mannequin for the first time might seem daunting, and you will undoubtedly face a few challenges. Some of the most common include:
Mannequins come with all kinds of removable parts, including arms, legs, hands, feet and even heads. While that can help to make dressing them easier, reassembling them can sometimes feel like solving a puzzle!
Tighter clothing, such as skinny jeans or fitted tops, can be tricky to position onto a rigid mannequin body.
Although they are designed to be durable and long-lasting, mannequins are still delicate, and rough dressing may lead to cracks or broken parts.
Another common challenge is finding the clothes moving on the mannequin. This might mean you need to use pins, clips or double-sided tape to keep them in position.
Although there might be some challenges, dressing a mannequin can be a breeze with a bit of practice. A few tricks can also improve the process.
Start dressing the mannequin from the bottom. This will make it easier to manoeuvre the clothing and reduce the risk of damaging it as you dress the rest.
If your mannequin has removable parts, make sure you take full advantage of them. Removing the limbs can help make sliding on the clothes much easier.
Are certain items of clothing being difficult to fit? Don’t be afraid to use pins, clips and even a shoehorn to get them on!
Delicate fabrics can snag on a mannequin’s joints. Take your time and use a gentle touch when handling lace, silk, or fine knits.
Once your mannequin is dressed, use a steamer to remove any wrinkles or creases that might have occurred during the fitting.
While it might seem tricky at first, with some time and practice, you can create stunning visual displays that will capture the attention of passers-by. If you are looking for high-quality mannequins, our team at Valentino’s is here to help!
We have a huge range of mannequins for sale, from male, female, and child options to sports options and plus-size mannequins. So, whatever you are looking for, get in touch today to learn more about our range.
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