CLASSIFICATION OF MANNEQUINS DEPENDING ON THEIR PURPOSE

Abstract

Mannequins are widely used in trade and tailoring. The word itself means a copy of a human figure used to fit things. Different types allow you to implement them everywhere. History. The mass introduction of mannequins into trade began in the 18th century. The first copies were made of wood or papier-mache. In the 19th century, wax manufacturing technology was invented. All of these types had the main drawback – a short period of use at a high cost. Not every store could afford such a figure in the shop window. However, its demonstration had a positive effect on revenue. Trade in shops with the presentation of clothes was more successful. In the 20th century, plastic began to be widely used in industry. There has been a revolution in the production of mannequins – they have become cheaper, more durable, lighter. More attention was paid to appearance. Almost all modern stores use various types of mannequins for clothing in trade