Minerva DXF AAMA Pattern 4565

Introducing structured panel dress with epaulettes – Polished Utility with Tailored Appeal.

WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 4565

This dress is a refined interpretation of timeless structure with military accents—tailored for those who appreciate precision, edge, and elegance. The pattern brings subtle military detailing into a polished, contemporary silhouette. With its sculpted front panel, epaulettes, and hip flaps, it transitions effortlessly from elevated daywear to semi-formal evenings:

City Meetings or Daytime Events: Pair with heels or ankle boots for a confident, tailored daytime ensemble.
After-Hours Drinks or Art Openings: The clean structure and decorative buttons add visual interest under evening lights.
Creative Office Settings: A refined yet distinctive alternative to the shirt dress or standard shift.

KEY DESIGN FEATURES

Silhouette: Clean, semi-fitted shift silhouette with sculptural front seams and vertical paneling.

Neckline: Notched neckline with topstitching for subtle definition.

Shoulders & Sleeves: Short sleeves with a distinctive epaulette detail and forward shoulder shaping.

Closure: Front button placket with 8 decorative buttons and invisible zipper closure.

Details: Faux pocket flaps with button detail at the hip for a refined, utilitarian finish.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Intermediate. Precise topstitching and button placement required for a polished result.

SEAM ALLOWANCES

No seam allowances by default. If an option to add them at 1 EUR is chosen, all seams are 1 cm.

Hem allowance for dress – 2 cm
Hem allowance for sleeve – 1.2 cm

Please note:

A single contour on the pattern pieces means no seam allowances are included.
A double contour indicates seam allowances are included.

FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DXF AAMA PATTERN 4565

Works best with medium-weight fabrics that hold shape without stiffness:

Cotton blends, viscose suiting, or lightweight wool
Stretch suiting, textured cotton, or structured twill for a more defined silhouette
Optional lightweight fusible interfacing for front panels and flaps

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

Invisible zipper for center back
Fusible interfacing for inner structure (flaps, placket, facing)
8 buttons for center front and flap detailing

CUTTER’S MUST FOR A DXF AAMA PATTERN 4565

From Main Fabric:

Center back – 2 pieces

Side back – 2 pieces

Center front – 2 pieces

Side front – 2 pieces

Sleeve – 2 pieces

Front facing – 2 pieces

Back neckline facing – 2 pieces

Flap – 4 pieces

Sleeve lining – 2 pieces

From Fusible Interfacing:

Front facing – 2 pieces

Back neckline facing – 2 pieces

Flap – 2 pieces

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before cutting your fabric:

Print out the paper patterns and lay them out according to your fabric width (90 cm to 150 cm) to calculate how much fabric you’ll need.
Don’t forget to account for mirrored and symmetrical pieces.
When assembling the garment, carefully align notches for precise construction.
All notations on the pattern pieces are positioned on the right side of the fabric for clarity.

DXF AAMA PATTERN 4565 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS

DXF AAMA Format: Compatible with most 3D fashion software for virtual fitting and garment preview.
PLT Format: Plotter-ready format ideal for sewing contractors.
PDF Format: Suitable for home printing by experienced sewists.

CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES

Pattern 4565 offers both custom sizing based on individual measurements and ASTM US standard sizing.

Bust: 35 cm to 170 cm
Low Hip: 35 cm to 190 cm

The drafting software tailors the pattern to your specific dimensions, ensuring ideal fit at the shoulders, waist, and sleeve length—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.

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