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Ellie Wilde EW38100 Strapless Sweetheart Jacquard Ballgown
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Description
About the Dress: Ellie Wilde EW38100
The Ellie Wilde EW38100 is a dramatic strapless ballgown built for a major entrance. It features a sweetheart neckline with a visible dip at the center front, a fully structured jacquard bodice with vertical boning channels, and a dramatically full floor-length skirt that extends into a cathedral-length train. Beaded trim accents the waist and hip line, adding definition right where the bodice meets the skirt. Separate spaghetti straps are included with the dress for wearers who prefer the added security — they are not attached and can be left off entirely.
Fit & Silhouette
Ellie Wilde EW38100 has a true ballgown silhouette: a tight, structured bodice that holds its shape through the bust and waist, then releases into a full, voluminous skirt. The boning inside the bodice does the heavy lifting — it keeps the dress upright and gives the torso a clean, sculpted shape without needing a separate strapless bra in most cases. The corset lace-up closure at the back lets you dial in the fit precisely, which is especially helpful if you fall between sizes or have a smaller waist relative to your hips. The dress is sized 00 through 24, so it covers a wide range. Because of the structured bodice and full skirt, this silhouette tends to work well on many body types — it creates an hourglass shape at the top and lets the skirt flow freely below.
Fabric & Detail
The body of Ellie Wilde EW38100 is woven jacquard — a fabric with a raised, all-over woven pattern built directly into the textile rather than printed on top. In person, jacquard has visible texture and depth that catches light differently than a flat satin or chiffon. The beaded trim at the waist and hip is hand-placed and runs along the seam where the bodice meets the skirt, framing the waistline. The train is part of the skirt construction and sweeps out behind the dress — no separate attachment needed. Hidden pockets are sewn into the skirt on both sides.
Key Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline with a visible center-front dip
- Woven jacquard fabric with all-over raised pattern
- Fully boned and structured bodice
- Beaded trim at the waist and hip line
- Lace-up corset back for an adjustable fit
- Cathedral-length train built into the full ballgown skirt
- Hidden pockets in the skirt
- Separate spaghetti straps included
- Sizes 00 – 16
Style & Occasion
Ellie Wilde EW38100 is built for prom, formal dances, pageants, Sweet 16 celebrations, and debut balls — any event where a full ballgown is appropriate and expected. It is available in Black, Red, and Royal Blue. Black reads as classic and dramatic; Red makes a bold, high-impact statement; Royal Blue is rich and saturated. The separate spaghetti straps give you the option to wear the dress as a strapless ballgown or with thin shoulder straps if you prefer the extra support. If you need to bustle the train for dancing, a seamstress can add a standard bustle for a small fee — ask us about it when you order. Marlas Fashions is an authorized Ellie Wilde retailer with over 40 years in the business. Every dress is inspected before it ships. Questions about fit, color, or sizing? Text or WhatsApp our concierge team before you order.
Size & fit
- Flowy (ballgown, corset). Bust and waist matter most; the skirt has room for hips.
- Length: Long
- Neckline: Strapless, Sweetheart
- Details: Corset Back, Pockets, Train
- Between sizes? Text a stylist and we'll help you choose.
Shipping
- Arrives in 7–12 business days, or 4–6 with Express (+$35).
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- Tell us within 5 days of delivery.
- 100% store credit, a one-time exchange, or a refund (30% restocking fee).
- Online purchases only; in-store purchases are final.
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You must notify us of a return within 5 days of delivery (including weekends and holidays — we are open 7 days a week).
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Ellie Wilde EW38100 is designed as a full ballgown — it has a dramatically full skirt, a structured boned bodice, a cathedral-length train, and an all-over woven jacquard pattern. That combination means it works best at events where a large, formal gown is expected and welcomed.
Prom is the most obvious fit. This is exactly the kind of dress that photographs well at prom, has the presence for a grand march or entrance, and holds up over a long evening of dancing — the boned bodice keeps the dress in place without constant adjusting, and the pockets mean you don't need a separate bag for your phone.
Formal dances and military balls are also a strong fit, particularly for the Black and Royal Blue colorways. The structured, covered-back silhouette and modest neckline (sweetheart rather than deeply plunging) make it appropriate for events with a dressier, more conservative dress code.
Sweet 16 and debut balls are perfect occasions for this silhouette. A full ballgown is traditional at both types of events, and the EW38100's scale — full train, dramatic skirt, structured bodice — matches the formality those events call for.
Pageants are another strong match. The dress has enough visual presence for a stage, and the jacquard texture reads well under stage lighting.
A few events where this gown is not the right fit: It is too formal and prom-coded for a wedding guest situation. For cocktail parties, semi-formal events, or homecoming, a lighter or shorter style would typically be a better match than this ballgown silhouette. If your event asks for a floor-length gown but the vibe is more understated or elegant-evening rather than dramatic-prom, you may want to look at a simpler silhouette instead.
For sizing and ordering timing: this gown ships in 7–12 business days standard, with rush options available. If your event is within a month, contact us before ordering so we can check current lead times and help you choose the right path. It's also worth budgeting for a simple tailoring appointment once the dress arrives — most ballgowns need at least a hem adjustment, and the corset back can be professionally set to your exact measurements.
The three colorways for the Ellie Wilde EW38100 — Black, Red, and Royal Blue — each photograph a little differently than they look in person, and the jacquard fabric plays a big role in that. Jacquard is a woven textile with a raised pattern built into it, which means it catches light at multiple angles. In photos shot under studio lighting, the texture can flatten out slightly or appear shinier than it actually is. In person, the fabric has more visible depth and dimension — you can see the weave and the pattern move as you move.
Black is the most photographed colorway and is exactly what you would expect: deep, true black with a subtle sheen from the jacquard weave. It tends to read as very polished and slightly formal in person. If you're going to an event where you want to stand out without being loud, Black is the reliable choice.
Red is a saturated, bold red — not a burgundy, not a cherry tone, just a clean statement red. In photos it can look slightly more orange-toned depending on the lighting, but in person it reads as true red. This is the colorway that gets the most attention in a room. If your event has a lot of black gowns (which most proms do), Red will set you apart immediately.
Royal Blue is a medium-to-deep blue — not navy, not cobalt, but a classic royal blue. It has a slightly richer, more saturated look in person than online images sometimes suggest. It's a great option if you want color impact without the boldness of red.
A few tips for choosing: First, think about your venue's lighting. Warm ballroom lighting tends to bring out warmth in red and gold tones and can make black feel dramatic. Cool or white lighting makes royal blue pop. Second, think about what your group is wearing. If you're coordinating with a partner or a court, color-matching in person is ideal — if that's not possible, we can send you a swatch or give guidance based on what we've seen side by side. Third, jacquard can look slightly different in different batches, so if you're ordering multiple gowns in the same color for a group, order at the same time to increase the chance they come from the same dye lot.
If you're genuinely torn between two colors, our concierge team has seen all three in person and can help you decide based on your skin tone, your event, and what's currently in stock. Reach out before you commit.
Jacquard is a structured woven fabric and should be dry cleaned only — do not machine wash or hand wash. The beaded trim at the waist is hand-placed and can loosen if soaked or agitated. After wearing, hang the dress on a padded hanger in a breathable garment bag rather than a sealed plastic bag. The full ballgown skirt needs space to hang freely — cramped storage causes creasing in the built-in structure.
For travel, the best approach is to lay the dress flat in a large suitcase or garment bag folded as little as possible, with the skirt loosely rolled rather than folded flat. The jacquard holds creases less easily than satin, but deep folds in the skirt can take time to release. If you arrive with light wrinkles, hang the dress in a steamy bathroom for 15–20 minutes — do not apply a steam wand or iron directly to the beaded trim or the jacquard face.
For storage after the event, have the dress dry cleaned before long-term storage. Store it in an acid-free garment bag in a cool, dry place away from direct light. The train is part of the skirt construction, so do not fold or stuff it — give it enough length to hang or lie flat. If you're planning to bustle the train before the event, have a seamstress do it professionally and leave the bustle in place for the evening rather than undoing it mid-event.
Because the EW38100 has a cathedral-length train and a full ballgown skirt, the shoes are largely hidden when you're standing still. That said, heel height matters for how the dress sits and moves — aim for a heel between 2.5 and 4 inches so the hemline skims the floor without dragging. A strappy heeled sandal or a classic closed-toe pump in a neutral or matching color both work well. With Black, metallic silver or gold work equally well. With Red, nude or gold sandals keep the focus on the dress. With Royal Blue, silver or champagne beige heels complement the color without competing.
For jewelry, the sweetheart neckline creates a natural frame for a statement necklace or a pendant, but the jacquard fabric already has visual texture so you don't need to overdo it. A pair of drop earrings and a simple bracelet or cuff is a clean, balanced look. If you're wearing your hair up, statement earrings carry more visual weight and can anchor the whole look. Avoid anything too chunky at the neckline that would compete with the beaded waist trim. The beading at the waist is subtle rather than all-over, so delicate to medium-weight jewelry tends to feel proportional.
The Ellie Wilde EW38100 ships in 7–12 business days standard from our warehouses in Los Angeles and New York. If your event is approaching and you need the dress sooner, rush processing is available — contact us before placing your order so we can confirm the current lead time and whether rush can meet your date.
We ship to the United States and Canada with no duties charged on either destination. International shipping is also available with worldwide tracked shipping on every order. Canadian orders ship from our Toronto warehouse, which typically reduces transit time compared to cross-border shipping. Every shipment comes with tracking so you can follow the dress from the moment it leaves the warehouse to the moment it arrives at your door. If you need to know the exact shipping timeline for your event date, reach out to our concierge team before ordering and we'll give you a straight answer based on current stock and processing times. Contact us directly by texting us at +1 416-536-2956 or messaging us on WhatsApp at +1 213-868-3131 - our luxury dress concierge is ready to help.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns on the Ellie Wilde EW38100. You have three options: a full store credit that never expires, an exchange for a different size or color, or a refund minus a 30% restocking fee. The dress must be returned unworn, with all original tags attached and in its original condition. Store credit is the most flexible choice — it never expires, so if you decide later you want a different dress entirely, you still have the full value to use.
If you're unsure about the fit before ordering, we strongly recommend checking the Ellie Wilde size chart against your current measurements — bust, waist, and hips — and contacting us if you fall between sizes. The lace-up corset back on the EW38100 does give you a range of adjustment, typically plus or minus one full size, which makes it more forgiving than a zipper closure. However, ordering two sizes to try at home is also an option, and you would return the one that doesn't work under the standard return terms. Just make sure both dresses are kept unworn and tagged during the try-on. Text us if you want guidance on which two sizes to order — our concierge team can help narrow it down based on your exact measurements.
Most ballgowns at prom-market price points use tulle or satin as the skirt fabric. The EW38100 uses woven jacquard throughout — the base fabric has a raised woven pattern built into the textile itself, which gives the dress a textural quality that tulle and flat satin don't have. In a room full of satin and tulle gowns, the jacquard surface reads differently under both flash photography and ambient event lighting.
The built-in pockets are also not common in full ballgowns at this scale. The bodice boning is visually confirmed and structurally functional — this isn't a dress where thin boning is added as a label feature but doesn't actually support. The cathedral-length train is a genuine train, not just a skirt that pools slightly. The corset lace-up back adds real adjustability, which is a practical advantage over a fixed zipper closure for anyone who fluctuates slightly in size or is ordering months before an event. The included separate spaghetti straps are a thoughtful addition for wearers who prefer coverage or extra security over a long evening.
The EW38100 has a lace-up corset back, which means the back closure is a set of ribbon laces that thread through a series of grommets running from the top of the bodice to the waist. You tighten or loosen the lacing to adjust the fit at the back, which means the dress can comfortably accommodate a range of body measurements even if your exact size falls between standard sizes. For the best result, have someone help you lace the dress. Start from the top and work down, pulling evenly on both sides rather than pulling only at the bottom. The goal is an even tension all the way down — too tight at the top and too loose at the bottom is a common lacing mistake that affects both comfort and the visual line of the bodice. Once you've got the tension right, tie the laces in a bow at the waist and tuck the excess inside the dress or under the skirt waistband. The corset back is not a substitute for proper sizing — it gives you roughly one size of adjustment in either direction. If the difference between your measurements and the recommended size is more than one size, you should consult with a seamstress about alterations. The boning in the bodice is structural, so major resizing requires professional work rather than just relacing.