How to Design Custom Standees for Conventions
You have a booth at an anime convention, comic con, or artist alley. You want to sell merchandise that catches eyes, fits on a small table, and appeals to fans.
Custom standees are a perfect choice. They are affordable, easy to display, and highly collectible.
But how do you design standees that actually sell? Here is your guide – with Vograce, trusted by over 20,000+ artists and small businesses worldwide.
Why Standees Are Great for Conventions
| Advantage | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Low cost to produce | Test new characters without big investment |
| Small footprint | Dozens fit on a small booth table |
| Highly collectible | Fans love displaying them on desks |
| Easy to transport | Lightweight and flat-packed |
| Low minimum orders | Start with just 1 or 3 pieces per design |
Vograce Advantages for Convention Vendors
| Feature | Vograce |
|---|---|
| Minimum order | 1 or 3 pieces (depending on style) |
| Processing | 3–10 business days – order in time for your con |
| Shipping | Global – delivered to your door |
| Customer support | 1-on-1 human service |
| Refund guarantee | 60 days |
| New user coupon | $30 value pack |
| Member discount | Up to 10% off |
| Monthly promotion | Up to 55% off new arrivals |
5 Design Tips for Convention Standees
1. Use Transparent Backgrounds
Standees are shaped cutouts. Remove the background from your artwork so only the character or object remains. PNG files work best.
2. Keep Details Inside the Safe Zone
Important elements (eyes, hands, text) should stay away from the edge. Cutting too close can crop out crucial details.
3. Go for Holographic or Rainbow Effects
These finishes catch light and stand out on crowded tables. Fans are drawn to shiny, color-shifting products.
4. Offer Multiple Characters
Fans love collecting sets. Design 3-5 characters from the same series or theme. Low minimum orders mean you can test multiple designs without risk.
5. Size Matters
Standard tabletop standees are 5–15cm tall. Larger sizes make a statement but cost more. Start small and test what sells.
Best Standee Types for Conventions
| Type | Why Fans Love It |
|---|---|
| Holographic Acrylic | Rainbow shine – eye-catching |
| Glow In The Dark | Unique – glows at night conventions |
| Shaker (glitter + liquid) | Interactive and fun |
| Clear Acrylic | Clean, classic, professional |
| Rainbow Acrylic | Soft iridescent dreamy look |
All available at 1 piece minimum – perfect for testing.
How to Stock Your Booth (Without Over-Ordering)
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Design 3–5 characters or variations |
| 2 | Order 3–5 pieces of each design (low risk) |
| 3 | Display samples on your table |
| 4 | Track which styles sell fastest |
| 5 | Reorder bestsellers before your next convention |
Vograce's low minimum orders mean you never get stuck with unsold inventory.
Pricing Your Standees at Conventions
| Cost Per Standee | Suggested Retail Price | Profit Margin |
|---|---|---|
| $2–$3 | $8–$12 | 60–75% |
| $4–$6 | $12–$15 | 50–60% |
| $7–$10 | $15–$20 | 50%+ |
Use Vograce's new user $30 coupon to lower your first order cost.
How to Order Convention Standees (3 Steps)
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Choose your standee type – holographic, clear, shaker, etc.
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Upload your PNG artwork – transparent background
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Select low quantity – start with 1 or 3 pieces per design
Vograce handles printing, cutting, assembly, and shipping – in time for your convention.
Final Thought
Custom standees are a convention vendor's best friend. Low cost, low minimums, high appeal. With Vograce, you can test designs, stock your booth, and build a loyal fan base – one standee at a time.
👉 Start designing your convention standees at Vograce today
