Cashmerette Vernon Button-up Shirt Pattern Review

My love for a good button-up shirt runs deep—and the Cashmerette Vernon Button-up Shirt* sits firmly at the top of my Tried and True (TNT) list. It’s classic, endlessly customizable, wonderfully sized for bigger busts, and the kind of pattern that becomes a true wardrobe workhorse. Today I’m chatting all things Vernon: why it’s such a winner, how it fits, why it sews up beautifully, and how a button-up can carry you through every single season of the year. Read on or watch here:

Why the Cashmerette Vernon Button-up Shirt Is a TNT in My Closet

Button-up shirts were my gateway into fitting success. Once I learned how to do a proper Full Bust Adjustment and discovered patterns that actually accounted for curves (looking at you, Cashmerette*), an entire world opened up. Store-bought options have never worked for me—if it fits my bust, the shoulders fall halfway down my arms, and if it fits my shoulders, it definitely isn’t buttoning across the front.

The Vernon changed that. Over the years, I’ve made nine (maybe ten?) versions—samples, gifts, hacks, class examples, and of course the ones I sew just because I love the process. I can now sew a single button-up in under four hours… maybe three if I’m in the zone! It’s methodical in the best way: crisp edges, topstitching, perfect plackets. Sewing joy.

A Quick Look at the Style Details

The Vernon is a classic collar-and-stand button-up with beautifully proportioned sleeves and two cuff options. My favorite detail? Cashmerette includes the full size range (0–32) with multiple cup sizes—so if you have a full bust, you can get a gorgeous fit with no gaping buttons. A true gift.

Key Features

• Collar + collar stand
• Continuous bias sleeve placket
• Two cuff options, including a lantern-sleeve cuff
• Mix-and-match compatibility with the Cashmerette Club patterns (hello, Swanton + Vernon mashups!)
• Beautifully drafted for curvy bodies
• Perfect for cotton lawn, shirting, linen, voile, and lightweight blends

Pattern Hacking & Mix-and-Match Magic

One reason I keep coming back to the Cashmerette Vernon Button-up Shirt* is how easy it is to customize. For example:

• I’ve hacked the sleeve to include a tower placket.
• I’ve swapped in the lantern sleeve cuff on the standard view because it gives a little extra length.
• The Vernon bodice pairs perfectly with the Cashmerette Club patterns Swanton and Selwyn for unique mashups.

• Cutting plackets and yokes on the bias adds instant visual interest—especially with stripes.
• Ruffles? Absolutely. Add them to collars, cuffs, button plackets, you name it.

When you want something classic but also creative, this pattern is the perfect playground.

Sizing, Fit & Custom Adjustments

For my Vernon, I sew a size 10 G/H cup and grade to a 12 at the waist. I shorten the bodice by 1", but leave the sleeves full length since my arms are proportionally longer than my torso. Fit-wise, the Vernon has bust darts and a slightly relaxed shape—comfortable, moveable, and still polished.

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Fabric & Seasonal Styling: Making the Vernon Work Year-Round

One of the best things about the Cashmerette Vernon Button-up Shirt* is how versatile it is—both in fabric choice and seasonal styling. I’ve sewn this pattern in:

• Liberty Tana Lawn – lightweight, crisp, and perfect for color pops
• Classic cotton shirting – structure for everyday wear
• Linen and linen/cotton blends – breathable for summer or layered in winter
• Lightweight wovens – crisp structure, easy tailoring

And it truly works in every season:

• Summer: Sew it in linen for breathability, roll the sleeves, wear open as a jacket over a tank + shorts.
• Transitional Seasons: Layer under cardigans, sweater vests, or light jackets. Pair with jeans or chinos. Works beautifully under sleeveless dresses to make them autumn-friendly.
• Winter: Bright prints add a cheerful pop under darker sweaters. Wear buttoned, tucked, layered, or peeking out from under a blazer for warmth without bulk.
• Spring: Return to lighter fabrics, experiment with stripes, bias-cut plackets, or floral prints.

Final Thoughts

If you love classic pieces, bright pops of color, or a versatile button-up that truly works year-round, the Cashmerette Vernon Button-up Shirt will be your new TNT. Beginner-friendly, beautifully drafted, endlessly customizable, and seasonless—it’s a pattern you’ll reach for again and again.

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