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Portia and Scarlett PS26418C Strapless Fitted Sequin Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Portia and Scarlett PS26418C
Portia and Scarlett PS26418C is a fully embellished strapless fitted gown that covers every inch of fabric in sequin and bead embroidery from the sweetheart neckline all the way to the hem. The gown is available in ten colorways including Black/Gold, Cobalt, Fuchsia/Red, Ivory/Silver, Navy/Gold, Peacock, Pink Multi, Red, Rose Gold/Silver, and champagne beige/turquoise/silver. A structured boned bodice and a dramatic high front slit make PS26418C one of the most striking fitted gowns Portia and Scarlett produces.
Fit & Silhouette
PS26418C is a sleek, body-hugging fitted silhouette. The gown contours closely through the bust, waist, and hips and stays close to the body all the way to the floor. There is no flare or trumpet below the knee — the fitted line runs straight through to the hem with a high front slit opening the skirt for movement and a long sweeping train at the back. This is a true fitted gown, not a fitted, not an A-line. If you want a gown that follows every curve and makes a confident entrance, this is the silhouette.
Fabric & Detail
The base of Portia and Scarlett PS26418C is a structured mesh and tulle foundation with sequin and bead surface treatment covering essentially the full visible surface of the gown. The effect is all-over sparkle — no plain fabric panels, no contrast sections. Bead embroidery adds dimension and texture across the bodice and skirt. A long train extends from the hem at the back. The boned bodice cups are reinforced with boning channels along the sweetheart neckline, visible in detail photography across all colorways.
Key Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline with a deep center-front V dip
- Boned bodice with visible boning channels for structured support
- All-over sequin and bead embroidery from neckline to hem
- High front slit for movement and dramatic leg line
- Sweeping train at the back
- Fully fitted silhouette through bust, waist, and hips
- No straps, no sleeves — fully sleeveless strapless construction
- Available in ten colorways
Style & Occasion
Portia and Scarlett PS26418C is built for high-impact events where the dress needs to carry the room. It is an outstanding choice for prom, pageant competitions, New Year's Eve galas, and holiday formal events. The all-over embellishment and long train read as red-carpet and pageant ready across every colorway. The Black/Gold and Navy/Gold options give a classic formal look. Cobalt, Fuchsia/Red, and Peacock make a vivid color statement. Rose Gold/Silver (champagne beige/silver) and the champagne beige/turquoise/silver colorway are excellent for pageant wear where a distinctive, light-catching finish is part of the scoring. Pair with strappy heeled sandals, minimal jewelry (the gown provides all the sparkle you need), and a simple updo to keep the neckline clean.
Size & fit
- Fitted (high slit). Bust, waist and hips all matter. Go by your largest measurement.
- Length: Long
- Neckline: Sweetheart, Strapless
- Details: Beaded, Embroidery, 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).
- Free shipping over $250 to Canada and the USA.
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We know timing matters — especially for prom, weddings, quinceañeras, and special events.
- Receive your dress within 7–12 business days, depending on designer availability.
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- Once shipped, delivery typically takes 2–5 business days within North America.
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Returns
- 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.
Full return policy
WE ACCEPT RETURNS!
For Online Purchases Only. All in-store purchases are FINAL.
We hope you LOVE your dress — but if you're not completely satisfied with your online purchase, you may request:
- 100% Store Credit (no expiration).
- A one-time exchange, OR
- A return with a 30% restocking fee, OR
You must notify us of a return within 5 days of delivery (including weekends and holidays — we are open 7 days a week).
We have no control and accept no responsibility for the sizing selected. Please carefully review the size chart before ordering. If you need assistance with sizing, we’re happy to help — text us at +1 416-536-2956.
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Yes, you can absolutely order PS26418C to try it on at home — Marlas Fashions accepts returns, and here is exactly how it works so you can shop with confidence.
Returns are accepted for store credit, exchange, or a refund with a 30% restocking fee deducted. Store credit never expires, so if PS26418C turns out not to be the right fit or colorway, your credit stays available until you find the gown you love. Exchanges are also available if you want to swap to a different size or a different colorway of the same style.
To be eligible, the gown must be returned in its original, unworn condition — tags attached, no alterations made, no signs of wear. Because PS26418C is a fully embellished, delicate sequin and bead gown, please try it on carefully over bare feet or stockings on a clean surface. Avoid applying lotions or oils before trying it on, as these can transfer onto the fabric and affect the beading.
The process for starting a return or exchange is straightforward: contact Marlas Fashions as soon as you decide, let the team know your order number and what you would like to do, and they will walk you through the next steps. Returns need to be initiated promptly — do not wait until the event date approaches, as processing time matters.
If you are uncertain between two colorways of PS26418C — for example Navy/Gold versus Peacock — ordering both to compare at home and returning one is a practical option. Many customers do exactly this with gowns in multiple colorways. Just plan for the 30% restocking fee on the returned piece when you budget.
If you have questions about condition requirements or timing before you place your order, the Marlas concierge team can walk you through the policy in detail for your specific situation. Reach them by text at +1 416-536-2956 or WhatsApp at +1 213-868-3131 — they respond quickly and can help you plan your try-on timeline around your event date.
The Portia and Scarlett PS26418C stands apart from most fitted sequin gowns in three specific ways: the embellishment coverage, the bodice construction, and the silhouette discipline.
On embellishment coverage, PS26418C is fully beaded from the sweetheart neckline to the hem. Most sequin gowns at this price point have sequin fabric on the surface but relatively little dimensional texture. This gown layers sequin and bead embroidery together, so the surface has depth and catches light differently depending on the angle. In photographs and under event lighting, the difference is visible — it reads as more expensive and more finished than a flat sequin surface.
On bodice construction, the boned cups are a genuine structural feature, not just decorative boning. The boning channels run along the sweetheart neckline inside the bodice, providing real lift and shape without a strap or halter neck. For a strapless gown you are wearing for several hours at prom or a pageant, that matters. You are not relying solely on double-sided tape or a snug fit to keep the gown in place — the boning does real work.
On silhouette discipline, PS26418C is a true fitted gown with no flare below the knee. Some styles marketed as fitted actually begin to soften at the thigh or add a slight kick at the ankle. This gown stays sleek all the way through, with the high front slit providing the movement allowance rather than any skirt volume. The long train at the back adds drama without adding bulk. The combination of a disciplined fitted line, all-over embellishment, a boned strapless bodice, and a sweepable train is what separates PS26418C from a standard sequin column gown. It is a gown that photographs well from every angle and holds its shape through a full evening of movement. Every Portia and Scarlett PS26418C that leaves our warehouse is inspected by hand before shipping, so the beadwork, seams, and closures arrive exactly as the designer intended.
Portia and Scarlett PS26418C does not have a lace-up or corset back closure. The back of the gown is largely open — the bodice ends at approximately the natural waist at the back, leaving the mid and upper back exposed. The closure is concealed inside the bodice and relies on the structured boned cups and the fitted sequin body of the gown to hold everything in place.
Because there is no lace-up back to let out or take in, the fit depends heavily on ordering the correct size from the start. The boned sweetheart bodice provides lift and shape, but it cannot be significantly loosened or tightened at home. If you are between sizes, sizing up is generally the safer choice for a strapless gown — a bodice that is slightly large can be taken in by a seamstress at the sides, whereas a bodice that is too small in the boned cups is very difficult to alter without disrupting the embellishment.
If the back panel requires any adjustment after delivery, a local alterations specialist who works with embellished formal gowns can make side-seam adjustments. Avoid alterations near the beading unless the seamstress has specific experience with beaded and sequin gowns, as re-embellishing disturbed sections is time-intensive. Order at least six to eight weeks before your event to leave time for any alterations if needed.
Yes, PS26418C works well as a lead gown for a prom queen or pageant titleholder whose court or damas need a coordinating but distinct look. The gown is available in ten colorways, and coordinating a court around a single colorway is straightforward — for example, a lead wearer in Navy/Gold while court members wear shorter navy cocktail styles from the Portia and Scarlett or other designer lines Marlas carries.
For pageant contexts, the PS26418C in Black/Gold or Peacock reads well when court members are in complementary solid-color shorter gowns. The all-over embellishment on PS26418C naturally distinguishes the lead gown from simpler court styles without requiring an identical match.
For prom groups where multiple people want the same designer, Marlas carries a wide range of Portia and Scarlett styles across lengths and silhouettes. Contact the Marlas team early — ideally several months before your event — to check stock depth in your preferred colorway and confirm that multiple units in different sizes can be sourced in time. Group orders sometimes benefit from coordinated ordering to avoid stock conflicts, especially in popular colorways like Cobalt or Fuchsia/Red.
PS26418C is a fitted, boned strapless gown, and sizing accuracy matters more than it does with a looser silhouette. The gown is designed to fit close to the body from bust to hem, so the measurements that determine your size are your bust, natural waist, and hips — all three matter and all three should be measured in inches against the Portia and Scarlett size chart.
For the sweetheart boned bodice specifically, your bust measurement is the most critical. Measure around the fullest part of the chest, keeping the tape level across the back. If your bust and hips fall into different size ranges on the chart — which is common — size to the larger measurement and plan for a side-seam adjustment at the waist or hip if needed. Sizing down in a boned strapless bodice is risky and should only be done if you are very confident in the measurement.
In terms of true-to-size feel: customers who follow the Portia and Scarlett size chart consistently report a fit that is snug but not uncomfortable. This is a fitted style — it is supposed to feel close. If you prefer a more relaxed fitted feel rather than a tight one, consider sizing up one. Bring your measurements to a tailor before ordering if you are uncertain — a few minutes with a seamstress and a tape measure is worth it for a gown at this embellishment level.
PS26418C is best suited for high-glamour formal events where all-over sparkle and a dramatic fitted silhouette are the right choice. The clearest fits are prom, pageant competitions, New Year's Eve events, and holiday formal parties.
For prom, the gown delivers the full impact most prom-goers are looking for — strapless neckline, boned bodice, high slit, train, and full-body embellishment. Every colorway reads as a statement gown.
For pageant, PS26418C qualifies as a Miss Universe-caliber gown. The all-over bead and sequin embroidery, the fitted silhouette, and the sweeping train all align with what pageant judging environments reward. The champagne beige/silver and champagne beige/turquoise/silver colorways are popular pageant choices for their light-catching finish.
For New Year's Eve and holiday formal events, the embellishment level and colorways like Black/Gold and Red are ideal. The gown reads as celebration-ready across the board.
As a wedding guest, this gown suits evening and black-tie receptions best, where its open back and body-hugging silhouette feel right at home. The open back, high slit, and body-hugging silhouette make it a natural fit for evening galas, black-tie events, and pageants; as a wedding guest, it suits formal evening receptions best.
The boned bodice of PS26418C provides genuine built-in support — the boning channels inside the sweetheart cups lift and shape without needing a bra underneath. For most wearers, no external bra is needed or practical with this gown. A traditional bra strap is not compatible with a strapless neckline at this coverage level.
For additional security, a good-quality fashion tape applied at the bodice top edge is a practical addition, especially if you plan to dance or move a lot. Silicone bodice strips (sometimes called boob tape or body tape) can be applied directly to skin before putting on the gown for extra hold.
For undergarments below the bodice, a seamless thong or low-coverage brief in a color matching your gown colorway is the right choice. Because the gown is fully fitted and the sequin surface reflects light from close range, any undergarment line visible through the fabric will show in photographs. Smooth, seamless construction is the priority.
If you have a smaller bust and want more structure than the boning provides alone, a sewn-in or adhesive push-up cup insert placed inside the bodice before you put on the gown is a common solution that works well with strapless fitted gowns.
Marlas Fashions ships PS26418C from warehouses in Los Angeles and New York for US and international orders, and from Toronto for Canadian customers. There are no duties charged on US or Canadian orders.
Standard delivery takes 7 to 12 business days. Rush shipping is available if you need the gown sooner — contact Marlas when you place your order to discuss rush options for your timeline. Every shipment includes tracking so you can follow the gown from the warehouse to your door.
International orders outside the US and Canada ship worldwide with full tracking included. Delivery times vary by destination, so if you are ordering internationally for a specific event date, reach out to the Marlas team to confirm timing before placing your order.
For a gown with embellishment at this level, Marlas inspects every dress before it ships. PS26418C arrives ready to wear — no additional preparation needed beyond any alterations you may have arranged locally.