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The Ultimate Guide to Combining LEGO® Pieces According to Your Photo

Creating a lookalike minifigure is an art. While there are thousands of official pieces, choosing the right combination is key to making the result recognizable. Here's our guide to getting it right.

1. Start with the Hair (The Most Recognizable Feature)

The hairstyle is often the first thing people notice. LEGO has a vast library of hair pieces, but they don't always match modern styles 1:1. Focus on:

• General shape: Is it wavy, straight, or curly?
• Length: Short, medium, or long?
• Color: LEGO colors are standard. If you are between two, pick the one that matches the person's current hair tone better under natural light.

2. Choosing the Right Facial Expression

A minifigure's head carries the personality. Look for heads that capture the person's signature look:

• Eyebrows: They define the expression more than the eyes.
• Facial hair: Stubble, full beards, or clean-shaven?
• Glasses: If the person wears glasses every day, finding a head with glasses is a must for instant recognition.

3. The Torso: Capture the Style

Don't just look for an exact shirt. Look for a "vibe". If the person always wears hoodies, find a hoodie torso. If they are a doctor, a lab coat torso works wonders. The color of the torso helps anchor the look.

4. Don't Forget the Legs

Legs are often overlooked, but they complete the outfit. Choose between standard legs, short legs (for children), or medium legs (for teens). The color should match the pants the person wears most often in the photo.

5. How Brickify AI Simplifies This

Searching through thousands of SKUs in the Pick a Brick catalog can take hours. Brickify's AI is trained to analyze these features (hair, face, clothing) and automatically suggest the closest matches currently in stock.