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Portia and Scarlett PS27136 Sweetheart Jersey Fitted Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Portia and Scarlett PS27136
The Portia and Scarlett PS27136 is a long strapless fitted gown built around a structured corset bodice with visible boning channels. The sweetheart neckline sits low and defined across the chest, and an illusion center-front panel — a sheer mesh strip running down the center of the bodice — adds an unexpected detail without breaking the sleek line. Scattered bead and hot-stone embellishment runs across the bodice and continues onto the skirt, catching light at every angle. This is a bold, overtly glamorous dress designed for prom, pageant, and formal evenings where standing out is the point.
Fit & Silhouette
The Portia and Scarlett PS27136 fits close through the bust, waist, and hips. The boned corset bodice gives genuine structure — it holds its shape and provides support without a separate bra. Draped ruching at the hip softens the fitted silhouette and flatters curves by drawing the eye across the body rather than straight down. The skirt flares at the hem, giving the gown that classic fitted-to-flare shape. A high front slit runs from the hem up through the thigh, adding movement and making it easy to walk and dance. The full back is open, which pairs with the strapless front to make this one of the more exposed styles in the PS27136 range — size up if you are between sizes for the most comfortable fit through the bodice.
Fabric & Detail
The base of the Portia and Scarlett PS27136 is a stretch jersey with a silky, slightly luminous drape — it moves with the body rather than holding stiff. The illusion center panel is sheer mesh. Scattered beading and hot-stone embellishment covers the bodice and extends onto the skirt, giving the gown its sparkle and pageant-ready finish. The ruching at the hip is sewn into the fabric rather than an added piece, so it stays in place throughout the night. Boning channels run visibly through the corset bodice, providing the structure that makes this dress wearable without straps.
Key Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline with illusion center-front mesh panel
- Structured corset bodice with visible boning channels — no separate bra needed
- Scatter bead and hot-stone embellishment on bodice and skirt
- Draped ruching at the hip
- High front slit for movement
- Fitted silhouette with a flared hem
- Full open back
- Stretch jersey base fabric
- Available in Black, Emerald, Navy, and Silver
Style & Occasion
The Portia and Scarlett PS27136 is a natural fit for prom — the structured bodice, high slit, and bead embellishment hit every note that makes a prom gown memorable. It also works for pageant competitions where a fully embellished long gown is expected. Formal evening events, galas, and black-tie occasions are all realistic settings for this dress. The four colorways give you real options: Black is sharp and classic, Emerald is rich and vivid, Navy reads formal and sophisticated, and Silver turns up the sparkle for a true showstopper look. Pair with a strappy heel and minimal jewelry — the dress carries the look on its own. The open back and high slit make this style a natural fit for evening receptions and black-tie galas, where dramatic details are very much at home.
Size & fit
- Fitted. Bust, waist and hips all matter. Go by your largest measurement.
- 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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- 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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- 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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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
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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 PS27136 is designed for occasions where a bold, dressed-up statement is not just acceptable but expected. Prom is the primary fit — the combination of a structured strapless sweetheart neckline, bead embellishment, a high slit, and a fully open back hits the notes that make a prom gown feel special rather than understated. This dress is also a strong pageant choice. Pageant gowns need to read from a distance, hold their shape under stage lighting, and look finished and intentional from every angle. The boning provides the structure, the beading catches light, and the silhouette reads clearly — all of which matter in a competition setting. Formal evening events — galas, charity dinners, black-tie events — are realistic settings for this gown. The length and construction are appropriate for formal dress codes, and the colorways give you options depending on the event's tone. Black reads classic and controlled. Navy is formal and polished. Emerald is confident and vivid. Silver goes full showstopper and works best when the event itself has high energy. As a wedding guest, opt for a more covered silhouette so the focus stays on the couple. The fully open back and high front slit make this a bold choice; as a wedding guest, a more covered style is usually the better fit for the occasion. Every PS27136 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the PS27136, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise. Popular colorways of the PS27136 sell out quickly each season, so early orders get first pick. Our stylists fit the PS27136 in the boutique every week and know exactly how it runs. Every PS27136 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the PS27136, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise.
The PS27136 is built around a structured corset bodice with visible boning channels, and that construction does most of the flattering work regardless of your shape. The boning creates a defined waist by holding the bodice firm against your midsection, so even if you do not have a naturally sharp waist, the dress creates that silhouette for you. The sweetheart neckline frames the chest in a way that works across bust sizes — it gives a fuller bust a clean, supported line, and it gives a smaller bust definition and shape that a straight-across neckline would not. The draped ruching at the hip is one of the most thoughtful details on this gown. Ruching at the hip draws the eye horizontally across that part of the body, which softens and balances the hip-to-waist ratio rather than emphasizing width. It also adds just enough fabric movement to avoid the dress reading as completely spray-painted on, which is a common issue with purely fitted gowns. The fitted silhouette through the body combined with the flare at the hem creates a proportional base — the flare gives visual balance to the fitted torso by adding width at the hem. If you are petite, that flare is something to think about in terms of hemming, since you may want to bring the flare up to keep the proportions working. If you are taller, the length and flare will work as designed. The high front slit adds movement and makes this gown much easier to walk in than a fully fitted sheath. For women who are fuller through the hip or thigh, the slit removes the restriction that a closed fitted hem would create, making the dress practical as well as flattering. If you are fuller through the bust or torso, we recommend sizing to your largest measurement and adjusting the waist if needed — a tailor can take in the waist of a corset-style bodice relatively easily. The boning in the bodice means the top will not gap or sag the way a soft unstructured strapless might, which is reassuring if you have had strapless dresses fail you before.
A few things separate the Portia and Scarlett PS27136 from other fitted long gowns in the same category. The illusion center-front panel is the most distinctive detail — a sheer mesh strip running down the center of the bodice creates a visual break that makes the strapless sweetheart neckline read differently than a plain sweetheart would. It adds depth and structure to the front without adding bulk or changing the sleek fitted line. The combination of boning, ruching at the hip, and a high front slit in a single gown is also less common than it sounds. Many fitted gowns with boning skip the slit, and many slit gowns skip the boning. Here you get genuine internal structure plus the movement that a high slit provides, which makes the dress both supportive and practical to wear for several hours. The scatter bead and hot-stone embellishment is applied across the bodice and skirt rather than concentrated only at the waist or hem, which gives the gown a consistent sparkle rather than a sparkle-then-plain contrast. The color range — Black, Emerald, Navy, Silver — covers a broad enough spread that four people could wear this dress in the same room and look like four different gowns.
The PS27136 has a fully open back, which means the closure is built into the corset bodice rather than across the back in the conventional sense. The boning channels run through the bodice and the corset construction holds the gown in place against your torso. Because the back is open, the fit of the bodice through the bust and ribcage is the primary fit concern — there is no back panel to take in or let out the way you would with a zip or lace-up closure. If you are between sizes, size to your bust and ribcage measurement. A tailor can bring in the waist of the bodice if needed, but it is much harder to add volume to the bust of a boned corset. The stretch jersey skirt has some natural give, which helps through the hip and thigh. The high front slit also removes restriction through the lower body, so sizing for the upper half is the key decision for most customers.
Yes — the PS27136 is available in four distinct colorways (Black, Emerald, Navy, Silver), which makes group coordination straightforward. A court or damas group could wear the same style in a single colorway for a uniform look, or the group could each wear a different colorway for variety while keeping the silhouette consistent. Because the dress reads formal and has a clear pageant and prom aesthetic, it works well as a featured gown for a lead or queen, with court members styled in complementary colors or a different but coordinating style. If you are ordering for a group, contact our team early — availability across sizes and colors in bulk benefits from advance planning, and we can advise on timing and availability. Every PS27136 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the PS27136, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise. Popular colorways of the PS27136 sell out quickly each season, so early orders get first pick.
The PS27136 runs close to standard US sizing, but because the bodice is boned and structured, the fit is less forgiving in the bust and ribcage than a soft unstructured top would be. Measure your bust, waist, and hip and compare against the Portia and Scarlett size chart. If your measurements fall between sizes, size up — it is much easier for a tailor to take in a boned bodice at the waist than to add room in the bust. The stretch jersey skirt has natural give through the hip and thigh, and the high front slit removes most of the walking restriction. If you have questions about your specific measurements relative to the size chart, our team is happy to help you choose. Every PS27136 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the PS27136, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise. Popular colorways of the PS27136 sell out quickly each season, so early orders get first pick.
Portia and Scarlett PS27136 ships from Marlas Fashions' US warehouses in Los Angeles and New York, with Canadian orders shipping from our Toronto location. Standard delivery takes 7–12 business days, and rush shipping is available if you are working with a tight timeline. US and Canadian customers pay no duties. International orders ship worldwide with full tracking. If you have a specific event date, mention it when you order and we can confirm which shipping option gets your dress there in time. You can also text or WhatsApp our concierge team at +1 416-536-2956 (text) or +1 213-868-3131 (WhatsApp) and they will confirm availability and timing for your location. Every PS27136 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the PS27136, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise. Popular colorways of the PS27136 sell out quickly each season, so early orders get first pick. Our stylists fit the PS27136 in the boutique every week and know exactly how it runs.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns for store credit, exchanges, or a refund less a 30% restocking fee. Store credit never expires, so if you are not sure about the fit when ordering, you can buy with confidence that the credit will be there when you are ready to use it. We recommend ordering early enough that you have time to try the dress on, assess the fit, and either get it tailored locally or arrange an exchange before your event. Every dress is inspected before it ships, so you can expect it to arrive in perfect condition. If you have questions about the return window or how the process works for your order, contact us before purchasing and we will walk you through it. Every PS27136 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the PS27136, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise. Popular colorways of the PS27136 sell out quickly each season, so early orders get first pick.