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Portia and Scarlett PS26752 High Halter Hot-Stone Satin Fit-and-Flare Mini Dress
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Description
About the Dress: Portia and Scarlett PS26752
Portia and Scarlett PS26752 is a short fit-and-flare dress built from structured satin and covered in crystal hot-stone embellishment from top to hem. The neckline is a high-neck halter — fabric comes up to the collarbone and ties or fastens behind the neck, leaving the shoulders completely bare. The back opens fully from the halter strap down to the waist, making the drama of this dress just as much about the back view as the front. Boning runs through the bodice for structure and shape, so the dress holds itself without help from a strapless bra or shapewear.
Fit & Silhouette
PS26752 cuts a fit-and-flare A-line silhouette — the bodice fits closely through the bust and waist, then the skirt flares out into a short hem. The boning in the bodice reinforces the fitted waist section and keeps the structure clean all night. This shape works well on a wide range of body types: the fitted waist creates definition while the flared skirt balances the hips. The dress sits above the knee. It is available in sizes 00 through 16, so there is a size for most frames.
Fabric & Detail
The base fabric is satin — structured and smooth, with enough body to hold the flared skirt shape. The entire surface is set with hot-stone crystals, which are heat-pressed individually into the fabric and catch light the way traditional beading does, but with a flatter, more uniform finish. The effect is a fully embellished dress that reads as heavily sparkled under any lighting. The bodice includes internal boning channels for support. No separate embellishment strips or panels — the crystals cover the whole dress.
Key Features
- Short fit-and-flare A-line silhouette
- High-neck halter neckline — no sleeves, shoulders bare
- Full open back down to the waist
- Satin base fabric with all-over hot-stone crystal embellishment
- Boned bodice for built-in structure and support
- Available in Black, Champagne, and Ivory
- Sizes 00–16
Style & Occasion
Portia and Scarlett PS26752 reads as a statement cocktail dress built for events where you want to stand out. The crystal-covered satin and open back make it a natural choice for homecoming, semi-formal dances, cocktail parties, and after-prom. The high-neck halter keeps it polished enough for bat mitzvah celebrations, holiday parties, and New Year's Eve events. Black works for evening cocktail settings and holiday gatherings. Champagne and Ivory read softer and suit semi-formal celebrations and bat mitzvah parties particularly well. It also works as a birthday or night-out party dress whenever the occasion calls for serious sparkle. Pair with strappy heeled sandals and minimal jewelry — the crystals do all the work. A small clutch in metallic or matching satin keeps the look clean.
Size & fit
- Flowy. Bust and waist matter most; the skirt has room for hips.
- 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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- 100% store credit, a one-time exchange, or a refund (30% restocking fee).
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PS26752 is designed as a cocktail and semi-formal dress, and it covers a solid range of events within that world. Homecoming is the most obvious fit. The short length, boned bodice, crystal embellishment, and open back are exactly what homecoming dresses look like right now. All three colorways — Black, Champagne, and Ivory — are popular homecoming choices, and the dress photographs well under gymnasium and venue lighting. Semi-formal dances and cocktail parties are a direct match. The high-neck halter keeps the neckline modest at the front while the open back adds drama, which is a good balance for school-code semi-formals that require front coverage. After-prom is a natural fit. After-prom events run from casual to dressed-up, and PS26752 sits comfortably in the dressed-up category without reading as a full prom gown. If you are going to both prom and after-prom and want a dress change, this works well as the after-prom option. Bat mitzvah celebrations, particularly evening receptions, are well suited to this dress. The crystal coverage reads celebratory and the dress is festive without being over-the-top. Champagne and Ivory in particular read well for bat mitzvah styling. Holiday parties and New Year's Eve events are a strong match for the Black colorway. Crystal-covered satin is a go-to for end-of-year event dressing, and this dress handles both formal holiday dinners and late-night parties. Birthday parties and night-out events are also in range. If the occasion requires a dress that holds its own in a club or restaurant setting, the all-over crystal finish and open back make PS26752 a distinctive choice. It is a short cocktail-length dress and is sized and styled for that category of event. If you are unsure whether PS26752 is the right fit for your specific event, reach out to us — we are happy to give you an honest answer before you order.
The fit-and-flare A-line silhouette of PS26752 is one of the most universally flattering cuts in short dresses, and this particular build makes it work across a genuinely wide range of figures. The boned bodice is the key piece. Because boning runs through the bodice, the waist is cinched and held in place without you having to rely on tight fabric pulling across your midsection. That means the waist definition comes from structure, not compression — which reads cleanly whether you have a naturally defined waist or not. The fitted section through the bust and waist creates a shape that shows the torso's proportions clearly, then the skirt flares out from the hip, which adds volume below and visually balances broader shoulders or a fuller bust. For curvier figures, the flare at the hip is a natural fit. The skirting moves away from the body rather than hugging the thighs, so there is no pulling at the hem when you walk or sit. The boning in the bodice also means the top stays put — no gaps at the chest, no bunching at the side seams. For straighter or more athletic figures, the contrast of a fitted bodice against a flared skirt creates the impression of a defined waist and curves below the hip, which many straight-framed wearers find adds shape they would not get from a column or sheath dress. For petite wearers, the short hemline is already working in your favour — the above-the-knee length visually lengthens the leg. If you are on the shorter side, a heel helps, but the proportions of this dress do not require one to look right. For taller wearers, the short hem reads naturally and the high-neck halter elongates the neck and chest, keeping the whole silhouette vertical even though the skirt adds width. The open back is a consideration for body confidence rather than body type — it is fully open from the halter strap to the waist, so wearers who prefer a covered back will want to look at a different style. For those who like a dramatic back detail, it is one of the standout features of the dress. Sizes run from 00 to 16. If you are between sizes, sizing up and taking in the waist is a standard alteration that works well with a boned bodice — the structure makes the adjustment straightforward for any tailor.
Portia and Scarlett PS26752 ships in 7–12 business days under standard service. If your event is coming up quickly, rush processing options are available — contact us before ordering to confirm current rush timelines for your specific size and colorway. Shipments within the United States and Canada go out from our Los Angeles and New York warehouses. Canadian orders ship from our Toronto location, with no duties charged to Canadian customers. International orders ship worldwide with full tracking provided on every shipment. If you are outside the US or Canada, shipping timelines can vary by destination. Reach out before placing your order and we will give you a realistic delivery estimate based on your location and the current stock position for the size and color you need. All orders ship with a tracking number so you can follow the package from warehouse to door. If your event has a hard deadline — a specific dance date, party date, or travel departure — tell us when you order and we will flag your order for the warehouse team.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns for store credit, exchanges, and refunds. Refunds are processed less a 30% restocking fee, so if you are on the fence about a color or size, an exchange or store credit is the more economical route. Store credit never expires, which means you can apply it toward a different style, a different size of this same dress, or any other product in the store at any point. If you are ordering PS26752 to try it on at home before committing — which is completely reasonable for an open-back dress where fit across the back and bodice matters — just make sure the dress is unworn and in original condition when you send it back. Tags must be attached. To start a return or exchange, contact our team with your order number and they will walk you through the process. If you have fit questions before you order that might save you a return, we are happy to help with those too.
The main thing that separates PS26752 from most short embellished cocktail dresses is the combination of a high-neck halter front with a fully open back. Most crystal short dresses either show the neckline at the front or show the back — this one keeps the neckline completely covered up to the collarbone and then opens the entire back down to the waist. That contrast is not common in this price range. The hot-stone application is also notable. Hot-stone crystals are heat-set directly into the satin fabric rather than sewn or glued on top, which means the embellishment sits flatter and is more durable than hand-sewn beading. The finish looks more uniform under bright event lighting and holds up better through a full night of dancing. The boned bodice is another differentiator at this silhouette and length. A lot of short cocktail dresses skip boning entirely and rely on the fabric to hold shape. PS26752 has actual boning channels in the bodice, so the waist stays defined and the top holds its structure without a bra.
PS26752 has a halter neck that fastens behind the neck, and the back is open from that fastening point down to the waist. The halter strap is adjustable, which allows you to fine-tune the fit at the neckline and across the chest. Because the back is open, there is no zipper or lacing running down the back. The fit is primarily controlled by the boned bodice, which holds the waist and ribcage. If the bodice runs slightly large through the waist after ordering, that is a standard alteration — a tailor can take in the side seams of a boned bodice without disturbing the boning channels. If you are between sizes, the general guidance for a boned bodice is to size to your bust measurement first, then address the waist in alterations if needed. Going too small through the bust on a boned dress is harder to fix than going slightly large at the waist. Call or text our Toronto boutique at 416-536-2956 and our stylists will help you find your perfect dress.
PS26752 works well as a group or court dress, with a few practical notes. For homecoming courts, the Black and Champagne colorways are the most commonly used for coordinated looks. Some courts choose one color for the full group; others mix Black and Champagne for contrast. Ivory is also an option if the group wants a lighter palette. For bat mitzvah damas or celebration groups, Champagne and Ivory tend to coordinate well with traditional celebration color palettes. The crystal embellishment reads cohesive across all three colorways when worn by a group because the finish is uniform regardless of base color. If you are ordering for a group of four or more, contact us in advance. We can check stock across sizes and colorways and flag any potential availability issues before you place individual orders. Group orders with tight event timelines benefit from early confirmation. Every PS26752 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the PS26752, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise.
PS26752 runs close to standard US sizing for a boned cocktail dress, but fit in the bodice depends significantly on your bust and waist measurements rather than just your dress size number. Measure your bust at the fullest point and your natural waist before choosing a size. Portia and Scarlett's size chart maps these measurements to their size run, which covers 00 through 16. If your bust and waist fall into different sizes on the chart, size to the larger measurement and have the smaller adjusted by a tailor — alterations on a boned bodice are straightforward. If you have worn Portia and Scarlett before, PS26752 will likely fit consistently with your previous experience in that brand. If this is your first Portia and Scarlett dress, measuring carefully is the most reliable approach. Every PS26752 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the PS26752, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise.