Ellie Wilde EW37113 Strapless Sweetheart Illusion Lace Mermaid Gown

Fit & Silhouette

EW37113 follows a fitted mermaid line through the bust, waist, and hips before flaring into the exaggerated trumpet skirt. The built-in boning through the bodice holds the strapless neckline securely in place without straps. The lace-up crisscross closure at the upper back lets you fine-tune the fit across the torso on the day of the event — useful when ordering between sizes. The train extends behind the hem, so factor that in when deciding on heel height. Most customers between 5'4" and 5'8" hemming their gown at the waist or skirt attachment point.

Fabric & Detail

The skirt is built from multiple layers of glitter tulle, which creates the volume of the ruffle silhouette and catches light as the fabric moves. The illusion bodice uses a sheer mesh base as the foundation, with lace appliqués, embroidered motifs, and beaded accents placed over it to form the visible design. The lace-up back uses an open construction so the full back is exposed around the crisscross lacing — the back image for EW37113 shows this clearly. The train is part of the same tulle construction as the skirt.

Key Features

• Strapless sweetheart neckline with boning for structure and support
• Illusion bodice — sheer mesh underlayer with lace appliqués, beading, and embroidery
• Mermaid and trumpet silhouette: fitted through hips, dramatic flare below
• Layered ruffle tulle skirt with glitter shimmer throughout
• Lace-up crisscross back with full open-back exposure
• Corset-back construction with internal boning in the bodice
• Sweeping train
• Available in Dusk, Light Pink, and Red

Style & Occasion

Ellie Wilde EW37113 is built for events where a dramatic entrance matters. It is a natural fit for prom, formal dances, evening galas, and pageant appearances. The ruffle tulle skirt and illusion lace bodice combination gives it genuine stage presence — it photographs well under both natural and stage lighting. Dusk is a muted mauve-grey with cool undertones that reads as sophisticated on camera. Light Pink is soft and romantic, particularly under warm indoor light. Red is bold and graphic — the glitter tulle reads intensely under spot lighting. Pair with a strappy or clear-strap heeled sandal to keep the focus on the gown. Simple drop earrings or a stud complement the beaded bodice without competing with it. Avoid heavy necklaces — the sweetheart neckline and illusion bead work at the décolletage already create the jewelry effect.