Ellie Wilde EW38136 Sweetheart Corset Ballgown with Glitter Tulle Skirt & High Slit

The EW38136 is designed for prom, formal dances, sweet sixteen parties, and debut celebrations — anywhere you want a dramatic, full-length gown with real structure and movement.

Fit & Silhouette

The Ellie Wilde EW38136 follows a classic a-line ballgown shape. The bodice is fitted through the bust and torso, held firmly in place by built-in boning and a lace-up corset back. This combination gives the top half a sculpted, close fit while the skirt fans out into a full, sweeping shape from the waist down.

The sweetheart neckline sits low and curved at the front, balanced by thin appliquéd straps over the shoulders. A high front slit breaks up the volume of the skirt and adds a contrasting line of movement when you walk or dance. The lace-up corset back allows for some adjustment through the waist and is finished with a ballgown-length back skirt.

This dress fits sizes 00 to 16. The structured bodice works well for most cup sizes and does not require a separate strapless bra for most wearers, though a low-back bra or adhesive cups are the most practical undergarment option given the low back construction.

Fabric & Detail

The Ellie Wilde EW38136 is built from glitter tulle — the supplier calls it Cracked Ice — which gives the skirt a soft shimmer and a lightweight, fluid drape. Scattered across the skirt are lace floral appliqués that match the heavier embellishment on the bodice.

The bodice is layered with lace floral appliqués set over a sheer mesh panel, accented with stone and hot-stone details on the straps and throughout the bodice. The boning channels run vertically through the center front and are clearly visible through the sheer panel, giving the top half its structure. The lace-up corset closure at the back is functional, not decorative — it provides real support and fit adjustment.

Key Features

• Sweetheart neckline with thin appliquéd straps
• Visible boning channels through sheer center-front mesh panel
• Lace floral appliqués with stone and hot-stone accents on bodice and straps
• Glitter tulle (Cracked Ice) skirt with scattered lace floral motifs
• High front slit for ease of movement
• Lace-up corset back with full ballgown skirt
• Available in Dark Red and Emerald
• Sizes 00 – 16

Style & Occasion

The Ellie Wilde EW38136 is built for prom. The full skirt, boned corset bodice, and glitter tulle fabric are designed for a formal dance environment — this is not a subtle gown. The structured shape means it photographs well under event lighting, and the Cracked Ice tulle picks up color and sparkle differently depending on the light in the room.

Dark Red photographs with a deep, saturated jewel tone — closer to burgundy-red than a bright cherry red in person. Emerald reads as a true deep green. Both colorways work well for a formal event with low-to-medium ambient lighting. If you are deciding between the two, consider the lighting at your venue: warm lighting deepens the red, while cooler lighting brings out the richness of the emerald.

Beyond prom, the EW38136 is well suited to sweet sixteen parties, debut celebrations, and formal gala events. The full ballgown skirt and structured bodice give it the presence these occasions call for without tipping into over-the-top quinceanera volume.

For shoes, a strappy heeled sandal or a pointed-toe heel works best — the high slit and full skirt both benefit from a heel that elongates the leg. Keep jewelry refined: a simple pendant or drop earrings let the lace appliqués and stone accents do the work.