Tailored Lapel Vest Two Buttons

Name: Tailored Lapel Vest Two Buttons
Brand: Minerva Patterns
SKU: 2596
Price: 5.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Pattern #2596

Tech. Description

Tailored Lapel Vest Two Buttons

Discover our women's sewing pattern for a sharply tailored vest, distinguished by its structured notched lapels, two-button front, and flattering princess seams.

When To Wear

This versatile vest can be styled for various occasions, making it an excellent addition to your wardrobe for:

Professional Attire: Elevates workwear with a refined, contemporary layer over blouses or shirts.
Smart Casual Styling: Effortlessly chic when paired with jeans or casual trousers, as seen in the photo, for a sophisticated everyday look.
Layered Ensembles: Adds a polished finish over t-shirts or light knitwear for transitional weather or a dressed-up casual outfit.

Key Design Features

Silhouette: A fitted silhouette, shaped with princess seams on both the front and back for a flattering, contoured fit.

Neckline & Collar: Features a classic V-neckline with sharp notched lapels and a structured collar stand for a polished finish.

Closure: A single-breasted front secured with two functional buttons.

Sleeves: Sleeveless design, ideal for layering over other garments.

Back: Defined by princess seams for shaping, with a stylish short vent at the lower hem for ease of movement.

Hem: An angled, pointed finish at the front hem, transitioning to a straight cut at the back.

Length: Designed to finish at a versatile hip length.

Level Of Difficulty

Intermediate. Requires skills in interfacing, constructing tailored lapels and a collar stand, and clean lining application.

Fabric Recommendations

Choose medium-weight fabrics with good drape and structure to best complement this design:

Dense dress fabrics made from natural or blended fibers

Additional Supplies

Fusible interfacing
2 buttons

Fabric & Materials

FABRIC RECOMMENDATIONS: dense dress fabrics made of natural or blended fibers. ALSO NEEDED: fusible interfacing; 2 buttons.

CUTTER'S MUST

IF THE PATTERNS HAVE A DOUBLE CONTOUR, SEAM ALLOWANCES ARE INCLUDED. IF THE CONTOUR IS SINGLE, SEAM ALLOWANCES ARE NOT INCLUDED. SEAM ALLOWANCES: Hem allowance – 2 cm; other seams – 1 cm. ATTENTION! FIRST, PRINT OUT THE PAPER PATTERNS AND LAY THEM OUT ON THE FABRIC WIDTH (fabric width can be from 90 cm to 150 cm) TO DETERMINE HOW MUCH MATERIAL YOU WILL NEED (do not forget to account for paired and symmetrical pieces). WHEN STITCHING PIECES, PAY ATTENTION TO THE NOTCHES - THEY MUST MATCH!

From main fabric:
- Center back part - 2 pieces
- Side back part - 2 pieces
- Center front part - 2 pieces
- Side front part - 2 pieces
- Collar stand – 2 pieces
- Front facing – 2 pieces
- Back neckline facing - 1 piece
From lining fabric:
- Center back part - 2 pieces
- Side back part - 2 pieces
- Front lining - 2 pieces
Attention! Center back lining pieces are cut by subtracting the width of the back neckline facing.
From fusible interfacing:
- Center front part - 2 pieces
- Collar stand – 1 piece
- Front facing – 2 pieces
- Back neckline facing - 1 piece

Sewing Instructions

Fuse interfacing to the designated pieces.
Stitch the back princess seams, press allowances towards the center. Stitch the center back seam, press allowances open.
Stitch the front princess seams, press allowances towards the center.
Stitch the side and shoulder seams, press allowances open.
Place collar stand pieces right sides together and stitch along the ends and outer edge. Trim allowances at corners, clip at the mark. Turn collar stand right side out, shape, and press. Attach collar stand to the neckline, clipping front allowances at corners.
Stitch shoulder seams of front facings and back neckline facing, press allowances open.
Place front facings and front right sides together and stitch along the front edge, neckline, and lower corner, stopping 1.5 cm before the edge of the front facing. Trim allowances at corners, clip curves. Turn front edges right side out, shape seams, press.
On lining pieces, stitch darts and seams, leaving an opening in the left side seam. Attach lining to the inner edges of the front facings and neckline facing. Finish armholes with lining in two steps: first the front armhole, then the back armhole.
Press the lower edge of the garment to the wrong side. Attach lining to the bottom of the garment. Turn the vest right side out through the opening. Close the opening. Stitch a topstitch along the lower edge to secure.
Make buttonholes on the right front, sew buttons on the left front.

Tailored Lapel Vest Two Buttons

When To Wear

Key Design Features

Level Of Difficulty

Fabric Recommendations

Additional Supplies

Fabric & Materials

CUTTER'S MUST

Sewing Instructions

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