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Sherri Hill 57025 Fitted Sweetheart Lace Floral Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Sherri Hill 57025
Sherri Hill 57025 is a long fitted gown built around a heavily embellished lace bodice, a dramatic multi-tiered chiffon ruffle skirt, and a sweep train. The sweetheart neckline has a clear, pronounced dip between the cups, and thin spaghetti straps cross at the back in a crisscross lace-up tie closure. A high front slit cuts through the tiered skirt, giving the gown both movement and edge. The entire back is exposed to below the waistline, confirming both the crisscross-back and open-back construction. Sherri Hill 57025 is photographed in Lilac and is also available in Emerald, Bright Fuchsia, Navy, Light Blue, Periwinkle, Ivory, Black, Red, Aqua, Light Yellow, Royal, and Blush.
Fit & Silhouette
This gown is cut to fit closely through the bust, waist, and hips — a true fitted silhouette that follows your shape all the way down. At the knee, the dress opens into a tiered ruffle skirt that flows outward with a sweep train at the hem. The high front slit adds ease of movement without breaking the sleek fitted line. Because the bodice fits closely, we recommend ordering your exact measurements and consulting the Sherri Hill size chart. The lace-and-floral bodice has some structure on its own, but for a precise fit, most customers find alterations at the waist and hips make a noticeable difference.
Fabric & Detail
The bodice of Sherri Hill 57025 is covered in lace with scattered floral appliqués and beading layered across the surface — the embellishment runs from the sweetheart neckline down through the hip. The skirt is made from multiple tiers of chiffon that layer and overlap to create the ruffle effect. Chiffon is lightweight and moves easily, which is one reason this skirt photographs so well and dances well. The crisscross lace-up tie at the back controls the fit and allows a small amount of size adjustment at the closure. The train adds length at the back hem without overwhelming the overall line.
Key Features
- Fitted silhouette through bodice and hips
- Lace bodice with floral appliqués and scattered beading
- Pronounced sweetheart neckline
- Thin crisscross spaghetti straps with lace-up tie back
- Full open back exposed to below the waistline
- High front slit through tiered skirt
- Multi-tiered chiffon ruffle skirt
- Sweep train at hem
- Available in 13 colorways including Lilac, Blush, Black, Ivory, and Emerald
Style & Occasion
Sherri Hill 57025 is built for prom and works well for pageant and formal evening events where a long, fully embellished gown fits the dress code. The combination of a detailed lace bodice, dramatic ruffle skirt, and open back gives this gown a high-impact look that reads well on a stage or a dance floor. The high slit and flowing chiffon tiers make it comfortable to move in all night. If you are choosing a colorway, Lilac photographs with a soft lavender tone — lighter colors like Ivory and Blush will read more delicate, while Navy, Black, and Emerald read more dramatic. Marlas Fashions carries the full color range and can confirm availability at time of order. Because of the full open back, this gown is not suited for conservative dress codes — check your venue or event guidelines before ordering.
Size & fit
- Fitted (high slit). Bust, waist and hips all matter. Go by your largest measurement.
- Length: Long
- Neckline: Sweetheart
- Details: Floral Appliques, Open Back, Ruffles, Train
- Between sizes? Text a stylist and we'll help you choose.
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The back closure on Sherri Hill 57025 is a crisscross lace-up tie. Two thin spaghetti straps cross over each other at the center back and lace through a series of loops or hardware points going down the spine. The straps are then tied at the bottom of the back opening. Because the back is a tie rather than a zipper, you can adjust the tightness slightly — if your measurements fall between sizes or if the bodice feels slightly loose through the ribs, the lace-up can be drawn in a little to compensate. This adjustment range is not infinite; it works best within about half an inch to a full inch of variance. If you are significantly between sizes, we recommend ordering to your bust measurement since the bodice lace does not add significant volume at the chest. A seamstress can also sew the tie into a fixed position after your fitting if you want the closure to hold firmly in place without retying throughout the night. The full back is exposed around and above the straps — there is no fabric panel closing the center back — so the lace-up is primarily a decorative and functional closure at the same time. When getting dressed, have a second person help you lace and tie the back to get even tension on both sides.
Sherri Hill 57025 is designed for prom and performs well at formal evening events and pageants. Here is how to think through each occasion honestly.
Prom is the clearest fit. The gown has the embellishment level, the silhouette drama, and the movement that prom calls for. The tiered ruffle skirt photographs well under ballroom and venue lighting, and the high slit makes it practical to dance and walk in all evening. If prom is your event, this gown is a strong choice.
Pageant is also a strong fit for 57025. The fully embellished bodice running from the sweetheart neckline through the hips, combined with the dramatic skirt and sweep train, gives it the over-the-top quality that pageant categories expect. The open back and high slit are consistent with evening gown and Miss Universe-style presentation. If your pageant allows that level of back exposure, 57025 works well on stage.
Formal evening events — galas, formal charity events, black-tie optional evenings — are a possible fit depending on the venue and the dress code enforcement. The gown is formal in length and embellishment level. However, the full open back (the entire back is bare to below the waistline) and the high front slit mean this is a bold, fashion-forward choice for a formal event rather than a conservative one. If the event is corporate or more traditionally formal, consider that the back exposure may attract attention.
Wedding events are not appropriate for this gown. The open back makes this gown best suited to evening receptions and black-tie wedding events rather than daytime or traditional ceremonies, where a more covered style is typically the better choice. As a wedding guest, this dress suits evening and black-tie receptions best, where its open back and embellishment align naturally with the formality of the event.
Confirmation, bat mitzvah as a guest, and similar semi-formal events are generally not the right fit either — the embellishment and back exposure push this into territory beyond what most of those events call for.
If you are not sure whether 57025 fits your specific event, bring us the details. We can give you a straight answer on whether this gown works for your occasion and suggest alternatives if it does not.
The combination of details on Sherri Hill 57025 is what separates it from a standard fitted gown. A lot of long fitted prom dresses are either heavily embellished on top with a plain skirt, or they have a dramatic skirt with a simpler bodice. Style 57025 does both at the same time. The lace bodice is covered in floral appliqués and scattered beading from the sweetheart neckline all the way through the hip — it is a genuinely embellished top, not just a pattern on fabric. Then the skirt switches entirely to multi-tiered chiffon ruffles, which creates a strong visual contrast between the structured, detailed bodice and the fluid, moving skirt below. Most fitted gowns at this price point do not offer that kind of layered visual story.
The back construction is another standout feature. The crisscross lace-up tie straps cross at the back against a fully exposed back — the entire back is open to below the waistline. That level of back exposure is dramatic and is one of the first things people notice in person and in photographs. A lot of fitted gowns have a lace-up back but close the back with fabric between the laces. On 57025, the back is genuinely bare with just the crossed straps, which is a different look entirely.
The high front slit through the tiered skirt is also worth calling out. It is not a subtle side slit — it cuts through the front layers of chiffon and gives the gown a confident, editorial quality. When you walk or dance, the slit opens and the ruffle tiers catch the movement, which is something a plainer fitted or fitted gown cannot do.
Finally, the range of 13 colorways means you can get this same silhouette and construction in a very different mood depending on the color you choose. The same gown in Ivory reads elegant and restrained; in Bright Fuchsia it reads bold and celebratory. That kind of range across a single style is less common than it looks — most designers offer embellished gowns like this in four or five colorways at most.
If you are comparing 57025 to another long fitted gown and want help deciding, our team is happy to walk through the differences with you.
Sherri Hill 57025 works well as a statement gown for a prom queen, court member, or the lead in a group, but it is not typically chosen for the whole group because of its embellishment level and price point. In a coordinated group, one or two people wearing 57025 while the rest of the court wears simpler Sherri Hill styles in the same colorway is a common and strong approach. The colorway range helps here — Lilac, Blush, Navy, and Periwinkle can all be coordinated with simpler gowns in matching or complementary tones. If you want the whole group in the same dress, it reads very uniform and high-impact, which works for some courts and not others. Reach out to us early if you are buying for a group — we can confirm stock and colorway availability across sizes before you commit the whole group to a single style. Every 57025 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the 57025, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise.
Sherri Hill sizing runs close to standard US sizing, but the brand recommends measuring your bust, waist, and hips and comparing to the size chart rather than ordering your usual dress size. Because 57025 is a fitted gown, the measurements at the waist and hip are the most critical — a fitted silhouette will show any deviation from the graded size more clearly than an a-line or ballgown would. Take your measurements over smooth undergarments, not over clothing. If your bust and waist fall into different sizes on the chart, order to the larger measurement and plan for a small alteration at the smaller measurement — it is easier and less expensive to take a seam in than to let it out. The tiered ruffle skirt does not need hemming as often as a straight skirt would, but petite customers may still want to shorten the train length. Hemming a tiered chiffon ruffle is a more involved alteration than a straight hem — confirm with your seamstress before ordering if this is a concern.
The lace bodice of Sherri Hill 57025 has some built-in structure, but it does not include an underwire bra cup or boning. Most customers wearing this gown use adhesive bra cups or fashion tape, particularly because the open back eliminates the option of a regular bra with a visible back strap. Low-back adhesive solutions are the most common choice — brands like Fashion Forms or KT tape work well under fitted lace. Because the sweetheart neckline is cut relatively low, a standard stick-on cup that sits above the neckline line will work without showing. For shapewear, a mid-thigh compression short that ends above the slit point is practical — avoid anything with visible waistbands that sit above the back opening. If you are uncertain what will work under your specific size, bring the gown to your first fitting before purchasing undergarments so you can confirm placement. Every 57025 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless. If you are between sizes on the 57025, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise.
For a heavily embellished fitted gown, 57025 is reasonably comfortable to move in. The chiffon ruffle skirt is lightweight and flows with movement rather than restricting it. The high front slit is a practical feature — it gives your legs room to take full strides and to move freely on a dance floor without having to hike the skirt. The fitted bodice holds its position well through the evening because the crisscross back laces securely. The main comfort consideration is the embellished bodice — lace and beading against skin for multiple hours can feel textured. Wearing a thin adhesive liner or body tape between the lace edge and skin at the neckline helps if you know you are sensitive to lace. The open back means your back will be exposed all night, which most people find comfortable but is worth factoring in for an outdoor event or a venue with heavy air conditioning. Call or text our Toronto boutique at 416-536-2956 and our stylists will help you find your perfect dress.
Lilac in Sherri Hill 57025 is a soft, medium lavender — not pale or washed out, but not a deep purple either. In photographs it can sometimes read slightly cooler or more blue-toned than it appears in person depending on the lighting. In person under warm venue lighting, Lilac tends to read warmer and slightly more pink-lavender. If you are between Lilac and Periwinkle, Periwinkle is cooler and more blue. For complexion matching, Lilac flatters warm and neutral skin tones well and reads softer on lighter skin tones. Deeper skin tones also carry Lilac very well — the contrast between the color and a deeper complexion gives it more visual weight and presence. If you want something with more pop, Bright Fuchsia and Red are the high-contrast choices in this style. For a more neutral, versatile look, Ivory and Blush work across most complexions. We have not photographed all 13 colorways in this style, so if you want a sense of how a specific color looks in person before ordering, reach out and we can share what we know from customer and showroom feedback.