Ellie Wilde EW38205 Off-Shoulder Illusion Corset Ballgown with High Slit

Fit & Silhouette

EW38205 is cut as an a-line ballgown — fitted through the boned corset bodice, then flowing out into a full skirt that carries the glitter tulle all the way to the floor. The lace-up corset back means you can fine-tune the fit across your torso on the day you get dressed, which helps if your measurements sit between standard sizes. A high slit runs up the front of the skirt, adding movement and allowing full strides or dancing without restriction. Pockets are built into the skirt seam. Ellie Wilde EW38205 is offered in sizes 00 to 16.

Fabric & Detail

The skirt fabric is glitter tulle — lightweight and airy, with fine metallic threads woven in so it catches light from every angle. Lace floral appliqués are placed across the bodice and scattered down the skirt, each one outlined and filled with sequin and bead embellishment. The illusion panel at the center front bodice uses sheer mesh so the lace motifs appear to float against skin. Beading runs throughout the appliqué work, giving the entire gown a luminous, textured surface that reads richly in photographs and in person.

Key Features

• Sweetheart neckline with included detachable off-the-shoulder straps (two wear options)
• Illusion mesh panel at center-front bodice — sheer coverage from sweetheart edge through waist
• Fully boned corset bodice for structure and support
• Lace-up corset back for an adjustable, tailored fit
• Full a-line ballgown skirt in glitter tulle
• Lace and sequin floral appliqués with beading throughout bodice and skirt
• High front slit for ease of movement
• Hidden pockets in the skirt seam
• Available in sizes 00 – 16 in five colors: Emerald, Hot Pink, Navy Blue, Dark Teal, and Wine

Style & Occasion

Ellie Wilde EW38205 is built for prom, formal dances, and evening events where a statement ballgown is the right call. The combination of the illusion corset bodice, full glitter tulle skirt, and all-over lace-sequin appliqués makes it one of the more dramatic options in the EW38205 lineup — this is a dress that reads as the main event. It also works well for Sweet 16 celebrations and debut balls where a grand, formal ballgown is expected.

For the off-shoulder look, wear the detachable straps draped across the upper arms. For a cleaner, strapless sweetheart line, remove them entirely. Both configurations photograph well. The five available colors — Emerald, Hot Pink, Navy Blue, Dark Teal, and Wine — each shift the overall mood: Emerald and Navy Blue read formal and polished; Hot Pink is bold and celebratory; Dark Teal and Wine offer deeper, more saturated alternatives for fall or winter events.

Marlas Fashions is an authorized Ellie Wilde retailer with over 40 years in the business. Every dress is inspected before it ships. Standard delivery runs 7–12 business days, with rush options available. We ship from Los Angeles and New York, with Canadian fulfillment out of Toronto — no duties on US or Canadian orders. Worldwide tracked shipping is available. Returns are accepted for store credit, exchange, or refund less a 30% restocking fee.