DXF AAMA sewing pattern 2723 introduces a sleek, knee-length sheath dress featuring a fitted silhouette with elegant princess seams and a tailored waistband inset that defines the bodice and skirt. The dress is sleeveless with American armholes, giving it a refined open-shoulder style, and features a rounded neckline with delicate gathers and a keyhole opening for added sophistication. A pencil skirt offers both style and ease of movement, while a back zipper closure provides a clean, seamless finish. Perfect for professional or formal occasions, this design balances classic lines with modern details.

KEY DESIGN FEATURES

Silhouette: Sheath shape.

Cut: Fitted with a waistband inset that divides the dress into the upper part (bodice) and lower part (skirt) and princess seams.

Length: Knee length.

Length of sleeves & type: Sleeveless.

Construction lines & additional design elements: Round neck facing, gathers at the neck, a keyhole opening, princess seams front and back on the upper part and waist darts on the lower part, American armholes, center front seam, center back seam, pencil skirt.

Closure: Back zipper.

Lining: Bodice.

SEAM ALLOWANCES

No seam allowances by default. If an option to add them for $1 is chosen, all of them except the hem will be equal to 1 cm. The hem allowance is equal to 2 cm.

Please note that if the pattern pieces that you receive have a single contour, this means they have no seam allowances. However, if you see a double contour, this means the seam allowances are included.

FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DXF AAMA PATTERN 2723

For DXF AAMA pattern 2723, we recommend dress fabrics made from natural or blended fibers, such as cotton sateen, linen blends, lightweight wool, or crepe. These materials offer the perfect mix of structure and drape to highlight the sheath silhouette and create clean, flattering lines along the princess seams. A slight stretch in the fabric, like a cotton-spandex blend, is ideal for comfort while maintaining the dress’s fitted shape. Solid colors or subtle patterns will elegantly showcase the gathered neckline, keyhole detail, and tailored waistband.

CUTTER’S MUST FOR A DXF AAMA PATTERN 2723

From the main (self) fabric cut the following pattern pieces:

Center Back – 2 pieces
Side Back – 2 pieces
Back Waistband – 2 pieces
Lower Back – 2 pieces
Center Front – 2 pieces
Side Front – 2 pieces
Front Waistband – 1 piece
Lower Front – 1 piece on the fold
Neck Facing – 2 pieces

From the lining fabric cut the below pattern pieces using self patterns:

Center Back – 2 pieces
Side Back – 2 pieces
Center Front – 2 pieces
Side Front – 2 pieces

From fusible interfacing, cut Neck Facing 1 piece using the self pattern.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

First, print out the paper patterns and lay them out according to the fabric width (the fabric width can range from 90 cm to 150 cm) to determine how much fabric you will need (don’t forget to account for paired and symmetrical pieces).

When joining the pieces, pay attention to the notches — they must align!

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

Lining: viscose, silk, polyester

Fusible Interfacing: light weight for Neck Facing.

Closure: invisible zipper.

DXF AAMA PATTERN 2723 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS

DXF AAMA for 3D Designers: The DXF AAMA format ensures compatibility with most 3D fashion design software, enabling easy previews of how the dress will look and move on a digital mannequin. Designers can make adjustments quickly and accurately.
PLT Format for Contractors: Plotter-ready PLT format allows sewing contractors to create efficient layouts for accurate cutting and optimal material use, ideal for bulk production or custom orders.
PDF Format for Advanced Sewists: The user-friendly PDF format allows advanced sewing enthusiasts to print and assemble pattern pieces at home.

CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES

Pattern 2750 offers both custom sizing based on individual measurements and ASTM US standard sizing. The drafting software tailors the pattern precisely to the user’s dimensions, ensuring ideal wrap, shoulder fit, and sleeve length. Custom sizing is available from a bust of 35 cm to 170 cm and low hip of 35 cm to 190 cm, accommodating a wide range of body shapes and sizes, which minimizes alterations and enhances comfort.

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