Pattern 2819

Minerva Digital Pattern 2819 – Button-Belt Shift Dress

Introducing a digital pattern for the tailored shift dress with waist-button belt – Modern Simplicity with Subtle Structure.

WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 2819

This clean, structured dress is a wardrobe essential, perfect for:

• Office & Business Meetings: Sleek silhouette delivers a polished, professional look.
• Day-to-Evening Wear: Simple details transition effortlessly from desk to dinner.
• Weekend Brunches: Pair with flats or low heels for relaxed sophistication.

KEY DESIGN FEATURES

Silhouette: Streamlined shift dress with vertical darts for gentle shaping.

Neckline: Classic round neckline finished with a faced edge.

Waist Detail: Integrated belt secured at the back and fastened at the front with two decorative buttons for subtle waist emphasis.

Sleeves: Short set-in sleeves with clean hems.

Back: Center-back seam with invisible zipper for a smooth closure.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Intermediate. Accurate alignment of the darts, belt, and zipper requires careful construction.

SEAM ALLOWANCES

No seam allowances by default. If the option to add them at €1 is chosen, all seams are 1 cm. Hem allowances: dress hem – 2 cm; sleeve hem – 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 DIGITAL PATTERN 2819

Choose dress-weight fabrics with a slight stretch in natural or blended fibers for comfort and structure:

• Cotton sateen with elastane
• Stretch crepe or suiting
• Lightweight wool blend with Lycra

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

• Fusible interfacing for neck facings and belt
• Invisible zipper
• Two buttons for belt closure

CUTTER’S MUST FOR DIGITAL PATTERN 2819

From Main Fabric:

1. Back – 2 pieces
2. Front – 1 piece on fold
3. Sleeve – 2 pieces
4. Belt – 2 pieces on fold
5. Front Neck Facing – 1 piece
6. Back Neck Facing – 2 pieces

From Fusible Interfacing:

1. Front Neck Facing – 1 piece
2. Back Neck Facing – 2 pieces
3. Belt – 1 piece

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before cutting your fabric, print and lay out the paper patterns according to your fabric width (90–150 cm) to determine yardage. Remember to include paired and symmetrical pieces. Match notches carefully when attaching the belt to ensure precise placement.

DIGITAL PATTERN 2819 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS

• DXF AAMA – For 3D designers, fully compatible with most 3D fashion software.
• PLT – For contractors, enabling precise cutting layouts.
• PDF – Print-at-home format for advanced sewists.

CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES

Pattern 2819 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, bust, and waist—minimizing alterations and enhancing comfort.

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