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Ellie Wilde EW38078 Strapless Sweetheart Satin Ballgown
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Description
About the Dress: Ellie Wilde EW38078
Ellie Wilde EW38078 is a long strapless ballgown with a deep sweetheart neckline and a full A-line skirt in smooth satin. The bodice features bow keyhole detailing at the sweetheart edge, giving the neckline a refined, feminine finish. The skirt is clean and unembellished, letting the silhouette do the talking. Hidden pockets are built into the skirt — a practical detail that sets EW38078 apart from most ballgowns in its class. Available in Sakura Pink, Diamond White, Light Blue, Lilac, Navy Blue, and Wine, in sizes 00 to 16.
Fit & Silhouette
Ellie Wilde EW38078 is built on a true A-line ballgown frame. The structured bodice fits close through the bust and waist, and the skirt sweeps outward from the waist in a full, floor-length A-line. This silhouette creates a lot of visual impact while still being genuinely comfortable to move around in. The structured satin holds its shape throughout the night, so the gown looks as polished at the end of the evening as it does at the beginning. Because the skirt has real volume and length, the dress photographs well from every angle and moves beautifully when you walk or dance.
Fabric & Detail
The fabric is smooth satin throughout — no beading, no appliqués, no embellishment on the skirt. The satin has a subtle sheen that catches light without being flashy. The bow keyhole detailing sits at the center of the sweetheart neckline and is the only decorative element on the bodice, keeping the overall look clean and polished. The interior of the bodice is boned to provide support without needing a bra, and the lace-up corset closure at the back allows the fit to be adjusted for comfort after the dress arrives.
Key Features
- Strapless deep sweetheart neckline with bow keyhole detail
- Full A-line ballgown silhouette in smooth satin
- Hidden pockets in the skirt
- Boned bodice for built-in support
- Lace-up crisscross corset back for an adjustable fit
- No beading or embellishment — clean, simple look
- Available in six colors: Sakura Pink, Diamond White, Light Blue, Lilac, Navy Blue, Wine
- Sizes 00–16
Style & Occasion
Ellie Wilde EW38078 is designed for prom, Sweet 16 celebrations, and debut balls. If you want a gown that makes a statement through silhouette rather than embellishment, this is a strong choice. The clean satin finish and sweetheart neckline photograph exceptionally well, and the pockets mean you can keep your phone or lip gloss close without carrying a bag on the dance floor. For color guidance: Sakura Pink and Lilac read as soft and romantic in photos; Light Blue is fresh and cool-toned; Navy Blue and Wine are richer and more dramatic. Diamond White is sharp and modern. Style the neckline simply — a strapless look like this works best with hair up or swept to one side so the sweetheart shape stays visible.
Size & fit
- Flowy (a-line, ballgown, corset). Bust and waist matter most; the skirt has room for hips.
- Length: Long
- Neckline: Strapless, Sweetheart
- Details: Corset Back, Pockets
- 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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- Tell us within 5 days of delivery.
- 100% store credit, a one-time exchange, or a refund (30% restocking fee).
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Ellie Wilde EW38078 Strapless Sweetheart Satin Ballgown with Pockets
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ellie Wilde EW38078 ships from Marlas Fashions' warehouses in Los Angeles and New York, with Canadian orders fulfilled from our Toronto location. Standard delivery takes 7 to 12 business days from the time your order is confirmed. If your event is coming up quickly, rush processing is available — contact us before placing your order so we can confirm current turnaround times and which shipping speeds are available for your region.
Marlas Fashions ships worldwide, and every shipment is fully tracked from the warehouse to your door. US and Canadian customers pay no import duties. International customers outside North America should allow a few extra days for customs clearance, though duties and import fees may vary by country — we recommend checking with your local customs office if you're unsure.
One thing worth knowing: Ellie Wilde gowns are stocked at authorized warehouses, not made to order, so in most cases the gown ships quickly once your order is placed. If a specific color or size is temporarily out of stock, we'll notify you immediately with an updated timeline rather than leaving you guessing. If you need the gown by a specific date, include that date in your order notes or reach out to us directly so we can flag your order for priority handling.
For prom, Sweet 16, or debut events where the date is fixed, we always recommend ordering at least 6 to 8 weeks in advance.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns on Ellie Wilde EW38078 and offers three options: store credit that never expires, an exchange for a different size or color, or a refund minus a 30% restocking fee. This policy exists because designer gowns are held specifically for your order, and the restocking fee covers the cost of returning the dress to inventory.
Store credit is the most flexible option — it has no expiration date, so you can use it toward another gown whenever you're ready, whether that's for your next event or further down the road. Exchanges are straightforward: if the size runs slightly off or you want to try a different color, we'll process the exchange and get the correct dress to you as quickly as possible.
If you're ordering EW38078 online and want to try it before fully committing, the best approach is to order early enough that you have time to receive the gown, try it on at home, and still return or exchange it before your event date if needed. Waiting until two weeks before prom or a Sweet 16 makes returns logistically difficult — not impossible, but stressful.
A few practical notes: the gown must be returned in its original condition, unworn and with tags attached. Alterations void the return eligibility — so try the dress before taking it to a seamstress.
The two things that stand out most about EW38078 compared to similar ballgowns are the hidden pockets and the lace-up corset back. Pockets in a formal ballgown are genuinely rare — most gowns at this silhouette skip them entirely because they can disrupt the skirt line, but Ellie Wilde integrates them cleanly so the A-line shape holds its form. For a prom or Sweet 16 where you want to keep your phone close without carrying a bag all night, this is a real practical advantage.
The corset back is the second differentiator. A lace-up closure lets the wearer or a stylist fine-tune the fit on the day of the event, which matters more than most people expect. Bodies change slightly between the day you order a gown and the day you wear it, and a corset back absorbs that variation without requiring a seamstress visit. The boned bodice adds further structure so the dress stays in place throughout the night even without straps.
The look itself is clean and unembellished — no beading, no appliqués — which means EW38078 photographs in a way that stays classic rather than trending. Six color options including Sakura Pink, Lilac, Light Blue, Navy Blue, Wine, and Diamond White give a wide range of styling directions from soft and romantic to bold and dramatic. The simplicity of the dress also makes accessories easy: statement earrings, a delicate necklace, or nothing at all all work equally well. If you are between sizes on the EW38078, send our team your measurements before ordering and we will advise. Popular colorways of the EW38078 sell out quickly each season, so early orders get first pick. Our stylists fit the EW38078 in the boutique every week and know exactly how it runs. Every EW38078 order is hand-inspected before shipping so the fit and finish arrive flawless.
The back of Ellie Wilde EW38078 closes with a crisscross lace-up corset system. Ribbon or cord threads through a series of hooks or loops in an X-pattern up the back, and the tension can be tightened or loosened by pulling the lace from the top or bottom. The result is a custom-fit closure that can be adjusted by up to a full size in most cases.
You will need someone to lace you in — this is not a closure you can do on your own, and that's standard for corset-back ballgowns. Plan to have a parent, friend, or stylist available on the day of the event to help you get into the dress and tie off the lace once the tension is right. Once laced and tied, the back stays secure all night.
The boning inside the bodice works with the lace-up back to keep everything in place. Even if the lace loosens slightly during dancing, the boned structure keeps the bodice from shifting. If the gown arrives and the fit feels slightly off across the bust or ribs, adjusting the lace tension is the first thing to try before considering alterations.
Be careful not to lace the back so tight that it becomes uncomfortable — a properly fitted corset back should feel snug and supportive, not restrictive. If you find the right tension still leaves the back too loose overall, that's a sign to go down a size rather than lace tighter.
A few lacing tips help on the day. Start by threading loosely from the bottom to the top, then tighten in two or three passes rather than pulling everything at once; this keeps the bodice sitting evenly instead of twisting to one side. Tie the ends in a firm double bow and tuck the tails under the lacing so they do not swing while you dance. If there is a fabric panel behind the lacing, smooth it flat before you tighten.
Yes — EW38078 works well as a centerpiece gown for a Sweet 16 or debut where a court will be wearing coordinating dresses. Because EW38078 comes in six colors including Sakura Pink, Lilac, Light Blue, Navy Blue, Wine, and Diamond White, you have good options for coordinating your court in one of those same shades or in a complementary tone.
The clean, unembellished satin silhouette means EW38078 reads as the focal gown in a group without overwhelming shorter or less structured dresses around it. A common approach is to dress the court in knee-length or tea-length dresses in a matching or harmonizing color while the honoree wears the full ballgown.
For group orders, we recommend placing all orders at the same time so every dress ships from the same dye lot — satin colors can vary slightly between production runs, and ordering together minimizes the chance of visible color variation across the group. If you're coordinating five or more dresses, contact Marlas Fashions directly before ordering and we'll confirm stock availability across the sizes and colors you need.
Ellie Wilde EW38078 runs true to standard US sizing in most cases. The boned bodice is structured to fit close through the bust and waist, and the lace-up back adds approximately one size of adjustability in either direction. This means if you're between sizes — for example, your bust measures to a size 6 but your waist measures to a size 4 — you can order the larger size and lace the back in.
For the best starting point, measure your bust, waist, and hips and compare them against Ellie Wilde's official size chart. The bust measurement is the most important for a strapless sweetheart neckline — if your bust falls between sizes, size up. The skirt is full A-line so hip measurements are rarely a limiting factor in a ballgown.
Sizes 00 through 16 are available. If you're unsure which size to order or your measurements fall at a boundary, reach out to us before placing your order — we can walk through the measurements with you and give a recommendation based on the specific construction of EW38078.
Ellie Wilde EW38078 is designed for prom, Sweet 16 celebrations, and debut balls. The full ballgown silhouette, floor-length satin skirt, and structured strapless bodice are built for formal events where a long gown is expected and the occasion calls for a real statement dress.
For prom, the clean satin look photographs well in both indoor venue lighting and outdoor settings. For a Sweet 16 or debut, the six available colors give you the flexibility to match a theme or color palette without being locked into a single direction. The pockets are especially appreciated at events where you'll be spending hours on a dance floor without wanting to manage a clutch bag.
This is not a casual dress or a cocktail gown — the full ballgown volume and floor length make it best suited to formal event contexts where that level of dress is appropriate. Because the satin is plain, it also takes accessories well: you can dress it up with statement earrings and a sparkling belt, or keep it minimal for a clean, classic look.
The boned bodice in EW38078 is built to be worn without a bra. The boning runs through the bodice lining and, combined with the lace-up corset closure, holds the bust securely in place for a strapless neckline. Most wearers find no additional undergarments are needed across the bust once the gown is properly laced.
For undergarments below the waist, seamless underwear in a color close to your skin tone works best under satin, since satin is a smooth fabric that can show lines through the skirt. A slip is not necessary given the volume of the A-line skirt, but if you prefer one for comfort it won't affect the look.
Sticky or adhesive bra solutions are generally not needed with a boned corset bodice — the structure is sufficient on its own. If you have a larger bust and want additional security, silicone bra inserts (cups) can be placed inside the bodice lining for extra lift, and the corset lacing adjusted accordingly. Call or text our Toronto boutique at 416-536-2956 and our stylists will help you find your perfect dress.