A basic two-light kit can work as a starter, but for your subjects a four-light setup will give you much more control.

For shoes, bags, and especially a plexiglass shooting table, extra lights are useful for separately lighting the subject, the background, and adding light from below or behind the table. For ghost mannequin clothing shots, more lights also make it easier to evenly light the garment and background.

Since you’re mainly shooting in a studio, portability and rugged travel durability matter less than getting enough heads and modifiers for your workflow. Entry-level kits from brands like Metz can be fine to start with, but similar budget systems from Elinchrom D-Lite, Flashpoint/Impact, Dynalite-style options, or Paul C. Buff are also worth considering. Buying used can stretch your budget further.

In practice, if your budget allows it, two 2-light kits (for a total of four strobes) is a more flexible choice than a single 2-light kit. Prioritize enough lights, compatible modifiers, and reliable triggering over brand name alone.