Minerva DXF AAMA Pattern 5427

Introducing a digital pattern for the elegant spiral-cut skirt – Fluid Architecture in Motion.

WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 5427

Not all skirts are designed to simply flow—they can sculpt and spiral. Pattern 5427 offers dynamic elegance with a structured twist:

Creative Daywear: Pair it with tailored blouses or minimal knitwear for a bold yet wearable statement.
Art Openings & Receptions: The sweeping spiral lines make this skirt a standout piece for sophisticated evening occasions.
Modern Office Looks: Worn with a structured jacket, it serves as an elegant alternative to conventional straight skirts.

KEY DESIGN FEATURES

Silhouette: Regular-rise, full-length flared skirt.

Construction: Spiral-cut gores that create flowing movement and dynamic visual rhythm.

Waist Finishing: Clean waist facing for a smooth, uninterrupted line at the top edge.

Seamlines: Bold, dynamic seams enhanced with optional topstitching.

Style: An architectural, feminine skirt merging structured precision with graceful motion.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

This pattern has an intermediate difficulty level and requires confident sewing skills, particularly for curved seams and clean waistband finishing.

SEAM ALLOWANCES

No seam allowances by default. If an option to add them at 1 EUR is chosen, all seams are 1 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 5427

Works best with medium-weight fabrics that combine soft drape with structure:

Recommended fabrics: twill, gabardine, cotton sateen, poplin, velvet, light denim, or wool blends.
Avoid overly crisp or overly fluid fabrics that may distort the spiral lines or compromise the intended silhouette.

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

Fusible Interfacing: Required for reinforcing the waist facing.
Closure: 1 invisible zipper (20–22 cm recommended).

CUTTER’S MUST FOR DXF AAMA PATTERN 5427

From Main Fabric:

Skirt gore – 6 pieces
Waist facing – 2 pieces

From Fusible Interfacing:

Waist facings

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before cutting your fabric:

Print out the paper patterns and lay them out according to your fabric width (which may range from 90 cm to 150 cm) to determine how much material you will need.
Remember to account for symmetrical and mirrored pieces.
When assembling the garment, pay careful attention to notches—they must align precisely to ensure correct construction.

DXF AAMA PATTERN 5427 FOR 3D DESIGNERS, CONTRACTORS, AND ADVANCED SEWISTS

DXF AAMA for 3D Designers: Fully compatible with leading 3D fashion design software for virtual garment simulation.
PLT Format for Contractors: Plotter-ready format allowing efficient material layout and optimized cutting for production environments.
PDF Format for Advanced Sewists: Easy-to-print format suitable for home assembly and traditional garment sewing.

CUSTOM FIT OPTIONS WITH INDIVIDUAL MEASUREMENTS OR ASTM SIZES

Pattern 5427 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 system ensures a precise fit around the waist and hips, minimizing the need for alterations and preserving the flowing spiral silhouette.

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