Visual Merchandiser how-to

How to Dress a Mannequin

Styled mannequins sell outfits.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Styled mannequins sell outfits. In short: choose; remove; dress, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Choose a complete outfit.

  2. Remove the mannequin’s arms or parts as needed.

  3. Dress from the bottom up.

  4. Adjust fit with clips.

  5. Add accessories.

  6. Position the mannequin facing traffic.

Safety reminders for visual merchandisers

  • Use ladders safely and never stand on top rungs
  • Lift fixtures with help
  • Use tools safely
  • Keep walkways clear during resets

Planogram · Floor set · Focal point · Pyramid display · Color blocking · Cross-merchandising: see the full visual merchandiser glossary.

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