MarvelousDesigner 5 coming in September

MarvelousDesigner 5 will be released in September.

New features in MD5:

• Cut Pattern - cutting patterns in 2D is now available. Discover your creativity with this pattern cutting feature
• Offset as Internal Line - input specific measurements to offset patterns and segments as Internal Lines
• Fold Arrangement - fold seam allowance, collars, and cuffs in the 3D Window before Simulation is activated
• Direct Positioning - use the Direct Positioning tool to easily arrange patterns and OBJs on the Avatar and garment
• Sewing Line Type -apply the Turned Sewing Line Type setting to achieve a folded, two-ply look
• Side Geometry - apply and adjust the curvature of pattern edges, and/or express hems with facing
• Align - align point, lines to the vertical (X) and horizontal (Y) axis
• Round Corner performs the rounding of the edges and corners of 3D shapes along a 2D profile
• UV Guidelines can be displayed and it lets you view and interactively edit the UV
• Avatar Size Measurement - there are two methods to obtain the avatar’s length measurement. The Basic Length Measurement method takes a straight measurement, while the Surface Length Measurement method takes a measurement by following the curves of the avatar’s surface. A Height Measurement function, that takes the avatar’s height measurement from the avatar’s height and the ground, is also provided
• Coordinate Gizmo - coordinate Gizmo in Select, Move, Rotate mode
• Import Camera in FBX format

Marvelous Designer 5 is due to ship on September 15. Anyone buying version 4 of the software between now and the release date will get a free upgrade to version 5. Marvelous Designer 4 itself is available for Windows XP+ and Mac OS X 10.7+. A Linux version is available to enterprise customers. A permanent licence costs $550, or there are monthly and annual subscription options.