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:
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City Meetings or Daytime Events: Pair with heels or ankle boots for a confident, tailored daytime ensemble.
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After-Hours Drinks or Art Openings: The clean structure and decorative buttons add visual interest under evening lights.
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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.
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Hem allowance for dress – 2 cm
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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:
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Cotton blends, viscose suiting, or lightweight wool
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Stretch suiting, textured cotton, or structured twill for a more defined silhouette
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Optional lightweight fusible interfacing for front panels and flaps
ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES
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Invisible zipper for center back
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Fusible interfacing for inner structure (flaps, placket, facing)
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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:
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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.
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Don’t forget to account for mirrored and symmetrical pieces.
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When assembling the garment, carefully align notches for precise construction.
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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
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DXF AAMA Format: Compatible with most 3D fashion software for virtual fitting and garment preview.
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PLT Format: Plotter-ready format ideal for sewing contractors.
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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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