Minerva DXF AAMA Pattern 5481

Introducing a digital pattern for the sculptural skirt – Architectural Flow with Modern Grace.

WHEN TO WEAR DESIGN 5481

Pattern 5481 is a versatile skirt designed to move with intention and distinction. Ideal for curated capsule wardrobes or standout separates:

Creative Office Environments: Pair with a fitted blouse or knit turtleneck for a confident, structured silhouette.
Art Gallery Visits & Brunches: The contoured lines make it the perfect statement piece for daytime sophistication.
Smart Weekend Looks: Dress it down with a crisp tee and sandals for effortless style.

KEY DESIGN FEATURES

Silhouette: Midi-length, softly flared skirt with clean tailoring.

Waistband: Fitted contoured waistband for a flattering and comfortable fit.

Seamlines: Sculptural curved panels (gores) that contour the hips and create visual motion.

Closure: Side seam zip for minimal visual interruption.

Details: Optional topstitching to enhance construction lines and define curves.

Style: Feminine, minimal, yet expressive—perfectly balanced between structured and fluid.

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY

Intermediate. Requires precision sewing for panel seams and 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 5481

Designed to be cut from medium-weight woven fabrics with moderate drape and soft structure:

Best options: cotton twill, denim, gabardine, poplin, cotton sateen
Optional: soft garment-weight leather or faux leather to emphasize sculptural lines
Avoid: overly fluid fabrics like silk chiffon or stiff materials that restrict movement

ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES

Fusible Interfacing: For waistband pieces
Closure: 1 invisible zipper, 20–22 cm

CUTTER’S MUST FOR DXF AAMA PATTERN 5481

From Main Fabric:

Skirt gore (panel) – 4 pieces

Waistband – 2 pieces (front and back)

From Fusible Interfacing:

Waistband pieces – 2

NOTE: Although the original pattern indicates 2 waistband pieces, we believe this may be an oversight. For proper construction with both outer and facing layers, we recommend preparing 4 waistband pieces:

Outer Waistband (Front) – 1 piece
Outer Waistband (Back) – 1 piece
Inner Waistband (Front) – 1 piece (facing)
Inner Waistband (Back) – 1 piece (facing)

✅ Total = 4 waistband pieces

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Before cutting your fabric:

Print out the digital patterns and lay them out to match your fabric width (90 cm to 150 cm)
Verify yardage based on fabric width
Pay close attention to notches—they ensure perfect panel alignment

DXF AAMA PATTERN 5481 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 garment will look and move on a digital avatar.
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 5481 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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