On-Model Fashion Photography Conventions for Indian Marketplaces
Myntra product images are 1080 x 1440 px or larger at a 3:4 aspect ratio, 500 KB–1 MB and JPEG only, per the Fynd integration documentation that publishes these specs because Myntra's own seller pages are login-walled. Apparel needs a light grey background with a soft shadow; white will not be accepted.
By Khushboo, Apparel & Styling Writer · · Last updated:
Key facts
- 1080 x 1440 px or more, at 72 dpi or more.
- The aspect ratio must be maintained at 3:4.
- File size 500 KB–1 MB; JPEG only, with no PNG option.
- Background is white or light grey, with no text or watermark allowed on the 1080 x 1440 px image.
- Apparel: light grey with a soft shadow, and a white background will not be accepted for the 3:4 image.
- Front, side and back images are mandatory — a minimum of 3 angles per garment.
Why on-model is the default expectation
Indian fashion marketplaces generally expect the primary image to show the garment worn on a model rather than laid flat or on a mannequin, since shoppers rely heavily on seeing fit and drape on an actual body before purchasing. A flat lay or ghost mannequin shot can work as a supporting secondary image, but leading with one instead of an on-model shot is a common reason a listing underperforms competitors.
Pose and framing conventions
Simple, neutral standing poses that clearly show the garment's silhouette are the norm for primary listing images — dynamic or heavily stylized poses are more appropriate for secondary or lifestyle images than the main shot. The model should be framed to show the full garment without cropping off hemlines or sleeves, which is a common issue with tighter crops borrowed from lifestyle photography.
Background and lighting norms
A clean, neutral background — commonly white or light gray — keeps focus on the garment itself, consistent with general marketplace conventions rather than being unique to Indian platforms specifically. Even, flattering lighting on both the model and garment matters more here than on a flat product shot, since uneven lighting on a person is far more noticeable than on an inanimate object.
Fit representation across sizes
Since a single on-model shot only shows fit for one size, some sellers supplement with fit notes or size-chart images to bridge the gap for shoppers ordering a different size than what's photographed. This doesn't replace the on-model shot but does reduce size-driven returns, which tend to be a significant share of returns in fashion e-commerce generally.
| Requirement | Myntra (Fynd integration docs) | Flipkart (Fynd integration docs) | Ajio (Fynd integration docs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum size | 1080 x 1440 or more | At least 1000 x 1000 | More than 1000 px in both height and width |
| Aspect ratio | 3:4, and it must be maintained | Not stated | 1:1.25 |
| File size | 500 KB–1 MB | Not stated | 200 KB–1 MB |
| Format | JPEG only | JPEG only | JPEG or PNG |
| Background | White or light grey; apparel light grey with a soft shadow, white not accepted | White or light grey; apparel light grey with a soft shadow, white not accepted | Any light background colour including white |
| Required angles | Front, side and back mandatory | Minimum 2 images, 3 preferred | Not stated |
| Resolution and other rules | 72 dpi or more | 72 dpi not stated; mannequins not allowed | 72 dpi; product fills 80–85% of the frame, 100% for detail shots |
Benefits
Stronger buyer confidence in fit, matching the platform's core shopping behavior
Better competitive positioning against listings using weaker flat or mannequin shots
Fewer size-driven returns when paired with supplementary fit context
How It Works
1
Upload a flat lay or product photo of the garment.
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Fluxx.work generates a realistic on-model image with accurate fit and drape.
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Get a marketplace-ready primary image without booking a live model shoot.
Best Practices
- check_circleUse a clear, full-garment on-model shot as the primary listing image
- check_circleKeep poses simple and neutral for the main image, saving styled poses for secondary shots
- check_circleSupplement with size-chart or fit-note context to reduce size-driven returns
Common Mistakes
- cancelLeading with a flat lay or ghost mannequin image instead of on-model as the primary shot
- cancelCropping hemlines or sleeves out of frame in the primary listing image
- cancelUneven lighting on the model that draws attention away from the garment
- cancelAssuming platform requirements are fixed rather than checking current documentation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size should a Myntra product image be?
1080 x 1440 px or more at 72 dpi or more, with the aspect ratio maintained at 3:4. These figures come from Fynd's integration documentation rather than Myntra's own seller documentation, which is login-walled.
Do I need a white background on Myntra?
Not for apparel. The integration documentation states that a light grey background with a soft shadow is required and that a white background will not be accepted; non-apparel images may use either white or light grey at the same 1080 x 1440 px minimum.
What file format and file size does Myntra accept?
JPEG only, between 500 KB and 1 MB per image. There is no PNG option, so export photographic JPEGs that land inside that 500 KB–1 MB window, and keep resolution at 72 dpi or more.
How many images does a Myntra listing need?
Front, side and back shots are mandatory, so the floor is 3 angles per garment at 1080 x 1440 or more. The integration documentation does not state a maximum number of images per listing.
How do Myntra's image specs differ from Flipkart's?
Myntra wants 1080 x 1440 at a 3:4 ratio in 500 KB–1 MB, while Flipkart wants at least 1000 x 1000 with a minimum of 2 images and 3 preferred. Both state JPEG only and both require light grey backgrounds for apparel.
Where can I verify Myntra's image requirements officially?
Only inside Myntra's own seller portal, which is login-walled. The 1080 x 1440 px, 3:4, 500 KB–1 MB and light grey rules here come from Fynd's integration documentation, a secondary source worth re-checking before a bulk upload.
Why Fluxx.work
Fluxx.work generates convincing on-model images from a single garment photo, matching the on-model convention Indian fashion marketplaces favor without the cost of a live shoot.