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Ellie Wilde EW38126 Strapless Lace Corset A-Line Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Ellie Wilde EW38126
Ellie Wilde EW38126 is a long strapless a-line prom gown built from layered tulle and lace appliqué with stone accents throughout the bodice. The silhouette pairs a structured, boning-supported corset bodice with a dramatic tiered ruffle skirt that sweeps into a train. Separate spaghetti straps are included for those who prefer added support, though the gown is photographed and fully wearable as a strapless style.
Fit & Silhouette
EW38126 follows an a-line shape: the corset bodice fits close through the bust and waist, then releases into a full tiered tulle skirt that moves freely with every step. Visible boning channels run through the bodice to keep the strapless neckline in place without constant adjustment. A high slit breaks through the skirt layers on one side, adding ease of movement. The back opens in a sweetheart-shaped cutout that bares the full back down to the natural waist. Sizes run from 00 to 16; for specifics on how to measure and which size to choose, see the sizing FAQ below.
Fabric & Detail
The skirt is built from soft, airy tulle — the dominant fabric across roughly 75% of the gown's surface — layered into tiers that create volume and motion without stiffness. The bodice is finished with lace appliqués placed along the sweetheart neckline and across the bust, with a scalloped lace edge framing the neckline. Stone accents are confirmed by the Ellie Wilde spec sheet and catch the light at close range across the bodice. Floral appliqué detailing completes the bodice construction. The gown has a modest train at the back hem.
Key Features
- Strapless sweetheart neckline with scalloped lace edge
- Corset bodice with visible boning channels for a secure, structured fit
- Floral lace appliqués and stone accents on the bodice
- Tiered ruffle tulle skirt with generous volume and movement
- High slit for ease of movement and a dramatic leg line
- Open sweetheart-back cutout bare to the natural waist
- Full-length with a sweeping train
- Separate spaghetti straps included
- Available in Light Blue, Light Pink, and Lilac
Style & Occasion
Ellie Wilde EW38126 is built for prom, formal dances, and evening events where a gown needs to hold up on the dance floor while still looking polished in photographs. The tiered tulle skirt is the centrepiece — it moves with the wearer rather than sitting stiff, which makes it a strong choice for anyone who wants to dance and still look put-together at the end of the night. The high slit keeps full-length movement comfortable. Sweet 16 celebrations and debut events are a natural fit as well, since the a-line silhouette and tulle skirt carry the right level of occasion without crossing into over-the-top territory. Style with strappy heeled sandals — the included spaghetti straps can be added for a slightly different look or extra peace of mind if dancing is a priority. Light Pink, Light Blue, and Lilac are all available; each reads differently under event lighting, so consider the venue's colour palette when choosing.
Size & fit
- Flowy (a-line, corset, high slit). Bust and waist matter most; the skirt has room for hips.
- Length: Long
- Neckline: Scoop, Strapless
- Details: Floral Appliques, Hotstone, Open Back, Ruffles, Train
- Between sizes? Text a stylist and we'll help you choose.
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- Arrives in 7–12 business days, or 4–6 with Express (+$35).
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Ellie Wilde EW38126 Strapless Lace Corset A-Line Gown with Tiered Tulle Skirt
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Frequently Asked Questions
The EW38126 is designed around an a-line silhouette, which is one of the most universally flattering shapes available in a long gown. The corset bodice draws in and defines the waist, creating contrast between the upper body and the skirt. Because the skirt begins to flare from the natural waist and releases into layered tulle tiers, it skims over the hips rather than clinging to them — which works well for hourglass, pear, and fuller-hip figures. The boning in the bodice also redistributes the fit across the torso, so instead of the dress pulling at a single point it distributes tension evenly from the bust down to the waist. For straighter or more athletic figures, the structured corset creates the illusion of a defined waist that the silhouette then amplifies below.
The strapless cut keeps the neckline clean and shoulders bare, which tends to elongate the neck and shoulder line. Petite wearers benefit from the unbroken vertical line running from the sweetheart neckline down into the skirt — there is no horizontal band or seam across the midsection to cut the figure. Taller wearers get the full drama of the tiered skirt and train without the proportions being lost.
The high slit is worth considering for anyone who wants to show leg. It opens on one side of the skirt and allows the leg to be visible from mid-thigh down when walking, which adds length and keeps movement easy for dancing. If you prefer a more covered look, the tulle layers drape naturally over the slit when standing still, so it is only apparent when you are moving.
The sweetheart back cutout opens the full back to the natural waist, which is a dramatic statement from behind. For anyone self-conscious about their back, the included spaghetti straps can be added; they do not close the back cutout but they do change the visual line and add a small amount of coverage at the shoulder.
For sizing, the corset bodice can be adjusted slightly by altering the closure at the back, but the best fit is achieved by matching your measurements to the Ellie Wilde size chart before ordering. Sizes run 00 through 16 — if you are between sizes, sizing up is generally easier to alter than sizing down, particularly in a boned bodice.
The EW38126 is built primarily as a prom gown — the tiered tulle skirt, high slit, open back, and stone-accented corset bodice are all calibrated for a formal dance setting where the goal is to make a strong impression on the dance floor and in photographs. That said, the a-line shape and the tulle construction put it squarely in the territory of several other occasions.
Sweet 16 and debut are both well-suited fits for this gown. The Ellie Wilde rules for those event tags require an a-line silhouette in tulle, satin, taffeta, or similar fabric — EW38126 meets both criteria. The tiered ruffle skirt gives the gown enough presence for a formal entrance or court presentation without crossing into over-the-top quinceañera territory. The light, layered tulle reads as celebratory and youthful rather than heavily embellished.
Formal evening events — galas, formal dinners, and evening award ceremonies — are realistic occasions if the dress code and setting are appropriate for an open-back gown with a high slit. The stone accents and lace appliqué bodice have the refinement to work in a formal setting beyond a school dance.
Wedding guest is not recommended for this gown. The open back bares the full back to the waist, and the high slit adds a second point of exposure — together, these design elements make a more covered style the better choice for wedding guest occasions.
Military ball is not a fit either: the open back disqualifies it under the military-ball rule, which requires a covered back.
If you are planning to wear this to prom and your school has a modesty dress code, check the specific policy before ordering — the open back and high slit are prominent features that some schools restrict.
For courthouse civil ceremonies or any occasion where you want a formal long gown with movement and presence but do not need something classified as bridal, the EW38126 is a strong option in Light Blue or Lilac.
Marlas Fashions ships from warehouses in Los Angeles and New York, with Canadian orders fulfilled from a Toronto location. Standard delivery takes 7 to 12 business days from the time the order is confirmed. If your event date is soon, rush shipping is available — select it at checkout or contact the team directly to confirm the fastest option for your destination.
US and Canadian customers pay no duties on their orders. International orders ship worldwide with full tracking on every shipment, so you can follow the package from the warehouse to your door. If you are ordering internationally and need a duty estimate for your country before placing the order, the concierge team can help with that.
The most important step is to confirm your event date before placing the order and factor in any time you might need for alterations. A gown that arrives with five or six days to spare does not leave much room for a hemming appointment if it needs one.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns for store credit that never expires, exchanges for a different style or size, or a refund minus a 30% restocking fee. The store credit option is the most flexible because it carries no expiry date — you can use it toward a future purchase whenever you are ready.
To be eligible for a return, the dress must be unworn, unaltered, and in the original condition it arrived in — tags attached. Trying the dress on at home to check the fit is expected and does not affect eligibility as long as it is not worn beyond that. Because the EW38126 has a structured corset bodice with boning, it will feel different on the body than a photo suggests, so trying it on carefully before any alterations are made is strongly recommended.
If you receive the gown and find the fit is not right, contact the team promptly — the sooner the return or exchange is initiated, the more lead time you have to find the right option before your event.
The main distinction is the tiered ruffle tulle skirt. Most strapless a-line gowns use a smooth or lightly layered skirt; EW38126 builds the skirt in distinct tiers that stack on top of each other and create motion as the wearer moves. That movement — the way the layers shift and bounce when walking or dancing — is the central visual feature of the dress. It is not a stiff ballgown volume, and it is not a flat draped skirt; it sits in its own category.
The second distinction is the combination of the open sweetheart back, the high slit, and the boned corset bodice all in a single gown. Each of those details individually is common enough, but the combination gives EW38126 a more dramatic profile than a standard a-line. The corset bodice with visible boning keeps the strapless cut stable, which is a practical advantage over unboned strapless styles for a long event like prom.
The lace appliqué and stone accent detailing on the bodice is concentrated rather than spread across the full gown — the skirt stays clean tulle — so the gown avoids the heavily embellished look while still having detail at the bust and neckline where it is most visible in photographs.
The back of EW38126 features a sweetheart-shaped open cutout that bares the full back down to the natural waist. The bodice is boned and closes at the back — the exact closure type (zip or hook-and-eye) is not specified on the supplier sheet, so confirm with the Marlas team if the specific closure matters for your fitting plan. The included spaghetti straps attach separately and do not affect the back closure.
Because the bodice has structural boning running through it, the fit is more rigid than a soft-cup style. A minor alteration at the back seam by a local tailor can adjust the fit by a small amount if the bodice runs slightly large or small. The boning channels cannot be shortened or extended without significant alteration work, so matching your measurements accurately to the Ellie Wilde size chart before ordering is the most reliable approach. Our concierge team is available to help you compare your measurements to the size chart — text or WhatsApp +1 416-536-2956 or +1 213-868-3131 before you order if you are unsure between sizes.
EW38126 is available in Light Blue, Light Pink, and Lilac — three distinct colorways that can work either as a matching set for a full group or as complementary shades if the group wants variation within the same palette. Ellie Wilde produces this style in all three colors, so ordering matching or coordinated gowns across a court or damas group is straightforward.
For group orders, the most important step is to confirm size availability in each colorway before the group commits. Specific sizes can sell out in one color while remaining available in others. Contact the Marlas team early — the larger the group, the more lead time is needed to confirm stock. Marlas Fashions is an authorized Ellie Wilde retailer, so availability and ordering can be coordinated directly through the store for group purchases. Every Ellie Wilde EW38126 that leaves our warehouse is inspected by hand before shipping, so the beadwork, seams, and closures arrive exactly as the designer intended. If you are between sizes on the Ellie Wilde EW38126, our team can talk you through the size chart against your own measurements before you order.
Ellie Wilde sizes run from 00 to 16 for EW38126. The gown is designed to be ordered to the closest matching measurement rather than assumed to run large or small — use the Ellie Wilde size chart and take three measurements: bust (fullest part of the chest), waist (natural waist, not the hip), and hips (fullest part, approximately 7 to 9 inches below the natural waist). Match the largest of the three measurements to the chart.
For a corset-bodice gown, the bust measurement is usually the determining factor because the boning structure is the least forgiving area for a size discrepancy. If your bust and hip measurements fall in different size ranges, order to your larger measurement and plan for a minor alteration at the smaller measurement — it is easier to take in a seam than to let one out. Factor in time for a fitting appointment when planning your order date relative to your event.