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Ghost Mannequin Service

Turn on-mannequin apparel into a clean, 3D invisible-mannequin look that converts. Neck-joint, sleeve and bottom joins handled by hand — campaign- and marketplace-ready.

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What we deliver

Invisible mannequin, done right.

Our ghost mannequin (neck-joint) editing removes the mannequin and rebuilds the inner neckline, cuffs and hem so your garment looks naturally worn — without a model. Perfect for Amazon, Shopify and lookbooks, with consistent results across thousands of SKUs.

Why Retouch Atelier

Apparel editing brands trust.

24–48h turnaround

Standard delivery, with rush options for campaigns.

Volume pricing

Volume & retainer rates — scoped to your monthly throughput.

Real, hand-finished

Premium quality — not a generic AI cutout.

Our process

How the invisible mannequin is built.

A ghost mannequin image is not one photograph. It is a composite, and the quality depends entirely on how carefully the pieces are joined.

1 · Shot planning

We work from your front shot plus an inside-neck or inverted shot. If you send us your shot list first, we will tell you exactly which angles we need so nothing has to be re-shot later.

2 · Neck joint

The inner label, collar seam and back panel are rebuilt from the second shot so the garment reads as if a body were inside it. This is the step most cheap ghost mannequin work gets wrong.

3 · Shape rebuild

Sleeves, shoulders and hems are reshaped to a natural human line. Wrinkles that read as damage are removed, while the folds that show fabric weight and drape are kept.

4 · Colour & QC

Garment colour is matched to your reference or physical swatch, then a second retoucher checks the run for consistent size, shadow and background before delivery.

Pricing

Ghost mannequin cost, in plain numbers.

Ghost mannequin is a composite, so the price follows how much rebuilding the garment needs. These are our working ranges — the exact quote depends on complexity, volume and turnaround.

What you needRate per image
Basic neck joint
Simple tees and shirts, inner collar joined from your second shot
$1 – $2
Standard ghost mannequin
Neck joint plus sleeve, shoulder and hem shaping, wrinkle cleanup
$2 – $3
Complex garments
Jackets, dresses, layered or sheer fabric, full-length shape rebuild
$3 – $5
Clipping path or background removal only
Cut-out on white, no mannequin work
$0.50 – $2

Volume changes the number. E-commerce post-production starts at $1 per image and scales down as monthly volume rises. Seasonal catalogues run on an agreed daily throughput — see ghost mannequin production at volume and white-label retouching.
Turnaround: 24–48 hours standard, rush available. Free test edit: send one garment and judge the neck joint before you commit. Full breakdown in our 2026 photo retouching cost guide.

Coverage

Every garment type.

Shot on mannequin, on a form or flat — we work with what your studio already produces.

Running a full apparel catalogue? Ghost mannequin usually ships alongside apparel retouching, clipping paths, colour correction and marketplace-ready Amazon or Shopify files. High volume studios can also read about ghost mannequin production at volume.

FAQ

Ghost Mannequin Service — questions

What is a ghost mannequin service?

It's a photo-editing technique where the mannequin is removed from apparel photos and the inner garment (neckline, cuffs, hem) is reconstructed, giving a clean 3D 'invisible mannequin' look without a model.

How much does ghost mannequin editing cost?

Pricing is scoped to your volume and the complexity of the work. High-volume and monthly retainers get lower rates.

What is the turnaround time?

Standard turnaround is 24–48 hours, with rush delivery available for tight deadlines.

Do you offer a free test?

Yes — send 5 images and we'll edit it free so you can judge the quality before ordering.

What shots do you need from me?

A front shot on the mannequin plus an inside-neck or inverted shot showing the inner collar. For open jackets or trousers we may also ask for a back or inside-waist frame. Send your shot list and we will confirm before you shoot.

How long does ghost mannequin editing take?

Standard turnaround is 24 to 48 hours. Seasonal catalogues are scheduled in batches at an agreed daily volume, with rush delivery available for fixed launch dates.

Can you work from flat-lay shots instead?

Flat-lay images can be cleaned and shaped, but a true invisible-mannequin result needs the garment shot on a form. If you only have flat-lay files we will tell you honestly what is achievable before you commit.

Do you keep collections confidential before launch?

Yes. We sign NDAs on request, restrict file access to the assigned team, and delete or return files on an agreed retention schedule.

Try before you buy

Send 5 images. Get them retouched free.

See our quality risk-free — no commitment, no card.

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