Check it out..

Ironically, after leaving Visual Merchandising class today, I ended up online and came across this image gallery of "Insane Store Window Displays". Keep in mind this is a random article, by some random person sitting in some random place, choosing a few window displays that blew their inexperienced mind. Obviously we as students and instructors are educated enough in the field that not all of these are going to be as insane as we would expect, but it's an interesting, and possibly helpful, waste of a few minutes..take a look.  :)

http://funchoke.com/23455/insane-store-window-displays-20-images/13/

Cheers
~Taylor

Manniquin Alternatives by Mikayla and Leanna

picture 1  creates space, any style of garment can go on it as it is not gender specific, however there is no base support so it is forced to lean againt a wall or solid object and it is a permant t shape providing no fexability and no personality.


picture 2 is stable and long lasting, adds a different element and unique style, interchangeable with height and size, however the is no volume or shape, might ruin garments when dressing it, there is also no hips or curves to hold on bottom garments.

picture 3 Modern Store Fixture Inc.  Prices range from $175 to $185. It gives a more modern look with a more implied shape than an actual human figure, is easy to dress and maintain, interchangable and takes up less space, and can be for any garment style, mens or womens. However garments would look expressionless, you would need excessive pinning or draping to get the right look, might confuse the customer (lamp shade?) no human personality.

picture 4 MerchantCirle.com 3 T-easel manniquins for $20. Shipped to you. Environmentaly friendly, lightweight, inexpensive and versitile. Can be placed on a table or used as a hanging dress form. But it is not long lasting, no bottom part for bottom garments, not a realistic human figure, hard to dress, it might ruin garments by streching them over the manniquin.

Men and Mannequins in Mumbai

A recent study earlier this year in June done in Mumbai; describes how mannequins used in retail are driving the male population to have 'unclean' thoughts. Some places have banned the use of mannequins because of this, and have focused attention on the way women feel when faced with these mannequins. The major issue is found with female mannequins showing too much 'skin'.
A lingerie store owner is upset  by this recent decision; he feels that if his mannequins are banned, then the women that wear such scandalous items should be banned as well. Much of the population also feels that the government and society should be leaving this opinion issue alone, and focusing on something more relevant and important to everyday life.
This is an example of fashion and retail pushing the limits, maybe half dressed mannequins are suitable for our stores here in Canada, but in a place like Mumbai, where is the line drawn? Is fashion becoming too scandalous? Are more realistic and high end mannequins getting too realistic? If a man can become so distracted that a whole community notices how distracting a mannequin can be, is that then an issue with the mannequins or with the males of the community themselves?

http://www.forbes.com/sites/naazneenkarmali/2013/06/13/mumbais-endangered-mannequins/

- Michelle, Louise and Taylor

Mannequin Trends

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The retro abstract mannequins are  for children. The mannequins are for children aged 2-12 years old. Available in all colors and finishes.It uses Bio-based materials and is less than 22lbs without glass base. The mannequins have typical children poses that are cool and mischievous . They can be interchangeable and available in all colors or with individual finishes. 

 

 

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The different fabrics and variations can be adapted to suit any store and target group. The tailored trend can match up with the retro trend. Before mannequins there were mannequin busts used in stores to present clothing. There is basic, classic and vintage style selections for the mannequin options.

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The tailored mannequins are fabric-covered torsos. They can be combined with wooden articulated arms and fit well with denim and street wear with their urban causal retro looks.

Sierra, Tera-Beth & Joe-Lynn

Rootstien Male and Female Mannequins

                                        

11)   It would be perfect for a young, edgy, and trendy clothing store (e.g. TopShop)
22)   Very realistic pose and relatable stance, very unique and different from other retailers, show the garments in a different angle.
33)   Dressing the mannequin would be difficult and it doesn’t give a full 360 degree view of the outfit
44)   You can change out their hair style and paint on make-up, rootstien also offers mannequin make over services

                                                         

1)   Lingerie, swimsuit, casual, dress wear, and high end
2)   Realistic pose, easy to add heels, pose would make the garment flow nicely, very versatile in which stores you can use it in, can create many stories with the pose.
3)   Hands are in awkward placement, head isn’t facing forward, only heels can be worn, and certain height heel can only be worn.
4)   You can shorten the hair, you could switch out the arms, and adjust her make up.

K.S & A.S