July 20, 2017 3 min read

Everybody loves hoodies. They are casual, comfortable, and you can wear them all year round. This is one of the reasons why most of the brands have some hoodies in their collection. But when photographed on a tabletop, a hoodie loses its appeal because it looks flat and lifeless. So the best choice when you need to photograph a hoodie is to use a ghost mannequin. This helps you to give life to the hoodie you photograph, to make it look as if an invisible person were wearing it.

You probably think that you could obtain the same effect if you worked your photos in an image editing software. Well, you could, but the result is a bit better when you use a ghost mannequin.Besides, you save a lot of time with this, rather than using a software. All you have to do to make the mannequin not to be visible in the photo is remove its arm and chest pieces.

After you’ll finish reading this tutorial, you’ll see that it is much easier to use a ghost mannequinto shoot photos of a hoodie, than to try to get the hollow man effect in a software. So let’s see what you need to use, and then what you have to do, to get the desired effect.

First of all, let’s see what equipment you need for shooting your photos:

  • Camera – you definitely want your photos to look great, so you are recommended to use a professional camera. A recommended one in this matter is the Canon EOS 5D Mk III, which is considered to be a standard for professional product photography.
  • Studio lighting – lighting is essential when you have a photo session, so you are recommended to use continuous cool LED lamps to ensure exposure, shadows, and contrast are kept consistent.
  • Hoodie – you can use any type of hooded jumper, whether it’s a pullover or a zip up type.
  • Ghost mannequin– choose a mannequin that has removable chest and arm pieces, so you can make it become invisible in the photos.
  • Styling clips and pins – they can be highly efficient if you need to give your hoodie a more fitted look.
  • Tissue paper – you should use tissue paper to stuff the hood, so it gets a more rounded shape that looks better in the photo.

We suppose you got everything you need, so now it is the moment to find out which are the steps you need to follow to take your shots.

  1. Dress the ghost mannequin.

If you use a zipped hoodie, then you need to start by unzipping it and dress the mannequin. In the case of a pullover hoodie, just pull it over the mannequin. Make sure you pull the sleeves down and check that the shoulders are aligned evenly. Be careful to get rid of any excessive creasing.

  1. Level the arms.

Pay attention to the way the mannequin’s arms look in the photo. Avoid the situation when an arm is ahead of the other. Make sure the mannequin’s arms line up evenly.

  1. Remove the neck piece.

By removing the neck piece, you ensure that the inner lining of the hoodie is visible.

  1. Style the hood.

One of the essential aspects of a photo with a hoodie is the way the hood looks. So make sure it lays back nice and evenly. Use some tissue paper to stuff it, so it gets a rounded look.

  1. Style the drawstrings.

Most of the hoodies have drawstrings falling on the front side. You need to make sure that everything looks great in the final shot, so check that the drawstrings are even, and pull on either side of the string if this is necessary.

You are ready to shoot your photos.


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03/11/2025
JOYCE B.
United States
I've previously worked in retail, so I have experience with various forms of Mannies. I shopped and purchased this particular mannequin to use for special events and in the showroom at our distribution center. She was expertly packed and easy to assemble. We appreciated every detail, even the...I've previously worked in retail, so I have experience with various forms of Mannies. I shopped and purchased this particular mannequin to use for special events and in the showroom at our distribution center. She was expertly packed and easy to assemble. We appreciated every detail, even the inclusion of white gloves for handling her. We truly like her and have named her Olivia. <3 Thank you, MannequinMall!
03/08/2025
Hollie E.
United States
The product is very good quality and life-like in dimensions. The white mannequin was a bit chalky coming out of the box so we wiped it down before putting clothes on it. There was a customer service issue that was dealt with quickly and with integrity to make sure we were happy. I will shop with...The product is very good quality and life-like in dimensions. The white mannequin was a bit chalky coming out of the box so we wiped it down before putting clothes on it. There was a customer service issue that was dealt with quickly and with integrity to make sure we were happy. I will shop with you again. Thank you
11/22/2024
Advanced D.
United States
Our company purchased both the female and male mannequins to create a display for one of our clients; we were extremely happy with the quality of these mannequins! The faces on both have eyelashes that actually look real instead of being molded/painted on and the female even has red lips as if...Our company purchased both the female and male mannequins to create a display for one of our clients; we were extremely happy with the quality of these mannequins! The faces on both have eyelashes that actually look real instead of being molded/painted on and the female even has red lips as if makeup was applied. Beware, however, if purchasing shoes for these mannequins in advance of receiving them....because the molded feet are NOT flexible (like a human foot) we have had to return the shoes we purchased and exchange them for shoes at least 3 to 4 sizes larger in order to get them to fit. Not a complaint by any means, just a Cautionary Tale! Overall, we are extremely pleased with these purchases!
11/22/2024
Nicholas K.
United States
Started using it to shoot our clothing for our website. Works awesome!
11/12/2024
Trey G.
United States
I ordered one form to see if liked the quality and were pleased with our purchase. Placed an order for (10) more forms!
09/12/2024
Steve A.
United States
Wonderful display, want to make sure it’s secure from being knocked over. Any displays standing on one leg could easily come tumbling down if it’s in the wrong area. My only suggestion. Great for a corner display.
09/12/2024
Steve A.
United States
What a great company to work with I love mannequin mall I have 19 football players up in my man cave now.
08/31/2024
Diane G.
United States
I have longed for such a dress form since I was 16 years old, 56 years ago. I am very excited to finally own one and look forward to creating beautiful garments!
08/07/2024
Marc G.
United States
It has both a very classic and modern look to it. Overall very nice. The hands don't close all the way so it leaves a gap. Otherwise it would have received a 5
07/07/2024
Joseph
United States
Perfect! Love it, will buy again
06/27/2024
Mrs L.
United States
This was a gift given to me and the quality and appearance is perfect. Measurements fit me perfectly . A beautiful dress form. Well made wonderful form . I love it
06/24/2024
Edward E.
United States
I bought this product to display my HALO Master Chief armor costume…and, it is awesome! Highly recommend.
06/24/2024
Symia
United States
I’m so obsessed, shipping and delivery was quick!
06/13/2024
Tom
United States
She’s great I named her Penelope!
05/26/2024
Liliana
United States
It was a gift and my sister loved it thank you so much ❤️💕
05/02/2024
Bryan B.
United States
The mannequin was perfect; thank you!
04/29/2024
Marivel T.
United States
They worked well for us.
03/20/2024
Anthony G.
United States
Great quality and arrived quickly.
03/15/2024
Carol J.
United States
Upon receiving this mannequin, I was impressed by how well she was packed! The biggest parcel was a double box for extra strength and each of the limbs was inside its own bubble pack bag. The pieces were all surrounded by little spongy scraps of what looks like scuba diving wet suit material. This...Upon receiving this mannequin, I was impressed by how well she was packed! The biggest parcel was a double box for extra strength and each of the limbs was inside its own bubble pack bag. The pieces were all surrounded by little spongy scraps of what looks like scuba diving wet suit material. This is good for shock absorption. The boxes were clearly marked "fragile, handle with care". The face of the mannequin had a foam mask to protect her nose from breaking. As for the mannequin herself (model MM-Z25), quality is great, all the pieces were there and the stand has a foot support as well as a calf support for better dressing options. The joints are all metal threads and posts, so they can withstand a lot of position changes without wear and tear issues. All it takes is an Allen wrench to move or remove any limbs. The mannequin's face is pleasant (not pouty like some can be), she has nice eyelashes and light colored lipstick and rouge. She has holes in her ears for earrings. I had no problem assembling her. Put one foot on the stand first and work your way up from there. She comes apart easily for dressing. We remove her from the stand and sit her on our sewing studio couch sometimes for a little change and she looks so real! We have several "normal people wigs" that fit her head fine.
03/13/2024
Susan
United States
I love it. It is beautiful high quality 😍
03/12/2024
Alex G.
United States
fantastic experience! as described, nicely made & arrived quickly. for the price I think its outstanding.
03/07/2024
Oconee M.
United States
This is the third mannequin we have purchased from here. Our original choice was out-of-stock, but we were contacted promptly and offered a substitute. Shipping was super fast! Easy to assemble!
03/05/2024
SUZETTE A.
United States
Smooth and Easy!
02/13/2024
Patrick G.
United States
Very pleased with the service provided. The mannequin is high quality looks stunning.
02/13/2024
Bryan B.
United States
She is great! We bought her for our clothing store. We received her very fast and she was packaged exceptionally. We would love to buy many more in the future. Thank you for making our first purchase from you wonderful.
02/12/2024
Maureen H.
United States
She’s beautiful! Perfect for the flower exhibit she will be in at the art museum
02/03/2024
Kend P.
United States
It’s perfect for product photography. Only for starts because the product seemed used, lots of scratches and dents and dirty. Overall good purchase.
01/27/2024
Mandi M.
United States
We love the mannequins but 3 hands had broken fringes and the glass base is shattered on 1. Other than that they look really amazing
01/24/2024
Pamela H.
United States
Very pleased with the mannequin I purchased. Nice quality stand, wheels and form. Easy to assemble.
01/09/2024
AQUEELAH
United States
The Mannequin met all my expectations and the assembly was easy!
REVIEWS
  • Product Reviews
  • Site Reviews
03/11/2025
JOYCE B.
United States
I've previously worked in retail, so I have experience with various forms of Mannies. I shopped and purchased this particular mannequin to use for special events and in the showroom at our distribution center. She was expertly packed and easy to assemble. We appreciated every detail, even the...I've previously worked in retail, so I have experience with various forms of Mannies. I shopped and purchased this particular mannequin to use for special events and in the showroom at our distribution center. She was expertly packed and easy to assemble. We appreciated every detail, even the inclusion of white gloves for handling her. We truly like her and have named her Olivia. <3 Thank you, MannequinMall!
03/08/2025
Hollie E.
United States
The product is very good quality and life-like in dimensions. The white mannequin was a bit chalky coming out of the box so we wiped it down before putting clothes on it. There was a customer service issue that was dealt with quickly and with integrity to make sure we were happy. I will shop with...The product is very good quality and life-like in dimensions. The white mannequin was a bit chalky coming out of the box so we wiped it down before putting clothes on it. There was a customer service issue that was dealt with quickly and with integrity to make sure we were happy. I will shop with you again. Thank you
11/22/2024
Advanced D.
United States
Our company purchased both the female and male mannequins to create a display for one of our clients; we were extremely happy with the quality of these mannequins! The faces on both have eyelashes that actually look real instead of being molded/painted on and the female even has red lips as if...Our company purchased both the female and male mannequins to create a display for one of our clients; we were extremely happy with the quality of these mannequins! The faces on both have eyelashes that actually look real instead of being molded/painted on and the female even has red lips as if makeup was applied. Beware, however, if purchasing shoes for these mannequins in advance of receiving them....because the molded feet are NOT flexible (like a human foot) we have had to return the shoes we purchased and exchange them for shoes at least 3 to 4 sizes larger in order to get them to fit. Not a complaint by any means, just a Cautionary Tale! Overall, we are extremely pleased with these purchases!
11/22/2024
Nicholas K.
United States
Started using it to shoot our clothing for our website. Works awesome!
11/12/2024
Trey G.
United States
I ordered one form to see if liked the quality and were pleased with our purchase. Placed an order for (10) more forms!
09/12/2024
Steve A.
United States
Wonderful display, want to make sure it’s secure from being knocked over. Any displays standing on one leg could easily come tumbling down if it’s in the wrong area. My only suggestion. Great for a corner display.
09/12/2024
Steve A.
United States
What a great company to work with I love mannequin mall I have 19 football players up in my man cave now.
08/31/2024
Diane G.
United States
I have longed for such a dress form since I was 16 years old, 56 years ago. I am very excited to finally own one and look forward to creating beautiful garments!
08/07/2024
Marc G.
United States
It has both a very classic and modern look to it. Overall very nice. The hands don't close all the way so it leaves a gap. Otherwise it would have received a 5
07/07/2024
Joseph
United States
Perfect! Love it, will buy again
06/27/2024
Mrs L.
United States
This was a gift given to me and the quality and appearance is perfect. Measurements fit me perfectly . A beautiful dress form. Well made wonderful form . I love it
06/24/2024
Edward E.
United States
I bought this product to display my HALO Master Chief armor costume…and, it is awesome! Highly recommend.
06/24/2024
Symia
United States
I’m so obsessed, shipping and delivery was quick!
06/13/2024
Tom
United States
She’s great I named her Penelope!
05/26/2024
Liliana
United States
It was a gift and my sister loved it thank you so much ❤️💕
05/02/2024
Bryan B.
United States
The mannequin was perfect; thank you!
04/29/2024
Marivel T.
United States
They worked well for us.
03/20/2024
Anthony G.
United States
Great quality and arrived quickly.
03/15/2024
Carol J.
United States
Upon receiving this mannequin, I was impressed by how well she was packed! The biggest parcel was a double box for extra strength and each of the limbs was inside its own bubble pack bag. The pieces were all surrounded by little spongy scraps of what looks like scuba diving wet suit material. This...Upon receiving this mannequin, I was impressed by how well she was packed! The biggest parcel was a double box for extra strength and each of the limbs was inside its own bubble pack bag. The pieces were all surrounded by little spongy scraps of what looks like scuba diving wet suit material. This is good for shock absorption. The boxes were clearly marked "fragile, handle with care". The face of the mannequin had a foam mask to protect her nose from breaking. As for the mannequin herself (model MM-Z25), quality is great, all the pieces were there and the stand has a foot support as well as a calf support for better dressing options. The joints are all metal threads and posts, so they can withstand a lot of position changes without wear and tear issues. All it takes is an Allen wrench to move or remove any limbs. The mannequin's face is pleasant (not pouty like some can be), she has nice eyelashes and light colored lipstick and rouge. She has holes in her ears for earrings. I had no problem assembling her. Put one foot on the stand first and work your way up from there. She comes apart easily for dressing. We remove her from the stand and sit her on our sewing studio couch sometimes for a little change and she looks so real! We have several "normal people wigs" that fit her head fine.
03/13/2024
Susan
United States
I love it. It is beautiful high quality 😍
03/12/2024
Alex G.
United States
fantastic experience! as described, nicely made & arrived quickly. for the price I think its outstanding.
03/07/2024
Oconee M.
United States
This is the third mannequin we have purchased from here. Our original choice was out-of-stock, but we were contacted promptly and offered a substitute. Shipping was super fast! Easy to assemble!
03/05/2024
SUZETTE A.
United States
Smooth and Easy!
02/13/2024
Patrick G.
United States
Very pleased with the service provided. The mannequin is high quality looks stunning.
02/13/2024
Bryan B.
United States
She is great! We bought her for our clothing store. We received her very fast and she was packaged exceptionally. We would love to buy many more in the future. Thank you for making our first purchase from you wonderful.
02/12/2024
Maureen H.
United States
She’s beautiful! Perfect for the flower exhibit she will be in at the art museum
02/03/2024
Kend P.
United States
It’s perfect for product photography. Only for starts because the product seemed used, lots of scratches and dents and dirty. Overall good purchase.
01/27/2024
Mandi M.
United States
We love the mannequins but 3 hands had broken fringes and the glass base is shattered on 1. Other than that they look really amazing
01/24/2024
Pamela H.
United States
Very pleased with the mannequin I purchased. Nice quality stand, wheels and form. Easy to assemble.
01/09/2024
AQUEELAH
United States
The Mannequin met all my expectations and the assembly was easy!
REVIEWS