When changing the doll’s clothing, work patiently and allow sufficient time.

Dressing a doll is very different from dressing a person and is usually considerably more difficult. A person can actively rotate the shoulders, bend the arms, bring the fingers together, and adjust posture to accommodate clothing. The doll cannot assist with these movements; every adjustment must be made manually.

Do not force the body or joints simply to make a garment fit. Instead, work gradually according to the garment’s construction and adjust the doll’s pose step by step.

01 | Preparation Before Dressing

• Place the doll on a bed, sofa, or another soft surface with enough working space.
• Before dressing, apply a light layer of baby powder/care powder to the silicone surface. This reduces tackiness and friction, helping garments slide on and off more easily.
• Check that the garment is the correct size. Fully open zippers, buttons, or other closures before dressing to minimize pulling.
• Clothing that is too small or too tight will make dressing significantly more difficult and may place unnecessary stress on the doll.

02 | Do Not Force Joints While Dressing

• You may need to reposition the arms, legs, or torso as the garment is put on.
• If a body part stops moving naturally or requires substantial force, do not continue forcing it.
• Every joint has a defined range of motion and cannot perform every movement possible for a human body. Excessive force may damage the joint structure or place undue stress on the silicone surface.

03 | Take Extra Care with Hands and Feet

• Hands and feet require particular care during dressing.
• Fingers and toes are delicate. Do not pull directly on them when putting on sleeves, trouser legs, socks, or shoes.

We recommend:

• • Lightly wrapping the hands in clear plastic wrap before dressing to reduce friction and the risk of fingers puncturing or scratching the silicone;
  • Opening the garment as widely as possible, guiding the hand or foot through slowly, and adjusting the fabric progressively.

• If cuffs, trouser openings, socks, or shoes are tight, do not force the fingers or toes through.
• When repositioning a hand or foot, support the palm, sole, wrist, or ankle rather than pulling individual fingers or toes.

04 | What If the Clothing Is Difficult to Put On?

• If a garment requires substantial force, stop rather than forcing it.
• Try changing the dressing sequence, adjusting the garment angle, or repositioning the doll.
• In many cases, difficulty is caused by garment sizing, cut, or dressing method rather than the doll itself.
• If a garment can only be put on by forcing joints or pulling the body excessively, choose a more suitable garment.

05 | Final Check After Dressing

• After dressing, check that the clothing is not excessively tight, that there are no areas of concentrated pressure, and that the fingers, toes, and joints remain in natural positions.
• If the clothing will remain on for an extended period, inspect the areas where fabric contacts the silicone regularly to prevent prolonged friction or compression.