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Faviana 11052 Fitted Mermaid V-Neck Satin Gown
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Description
About the Dress: Faviana 11052
Faviana 11052 is a long fitted mermaid prom gown in high-sheen stretch satin. The silhouette hugs the body from the bust through the hips and flares into a sweep train below the knee — a clean, dramatic shape that reads as intentional and polished on a prom floor or at a formal evening event. Wide shoulder straps lead into a fully open back with a crisscross strap detail at the lower back, making the back of this gown as much a focal point as the front. The photographed colorway is Lemon Yellow; Faviana 11052 is also available in black, blue, green, mint, and royal.
Fit & Silhouette
Faviana 11052 is a true mermaid, not a fit-and-flare — fitted through the bust, waist, hips, and thighs, then releasing into a flare and sweep train below the knee. There is no slit to ease movement through the hip and thigh, so sizing to your fullest measurement is essential. Ruching at the waist and hip panel adds visual interest and offers a small amount of forgiveness at those points, but this is a closely cut gown and sizing should follow your body measurements against the Faviana size chart, not your size in another brand. When measurements fall between sizes, size up — alterations to take in the waist or bust are straightforward; letting out the hip seam is not. The gown is cut to approximately 5'9" in heels; hemming the sweep train is the most common alteration requested on this silhouette.
Fabric & Detail
The fabric is stretch satin — fluid, high-sheen, and close-fitting. The surface has a luminous finish that photographs well under event lighting and reads as polished in person. There is no beading, no embellishment, and no lace; the gown relies entirely on the quality of the satin and the precision of the cut for its effect. Ruching is gathered at the waist and hip, adding dimension at the body's widest point. The crisscross strap detail at the open back is executed in the same satin as the gown, keeping the back clean and cohesive. The sweep train extends from the mermaid flare at the back hem, adding length and drama to the silhouette without reaching full court length.
Key Features
- Fitted mermaid silhouette — contoured from bust through hips, flaring below the knee into a sweep train
- Stretch satin with high-sheen finish
- V-neck front with wide shoulder straps
- Fully open back with crisscross satin strap detail at the lower back
- Ruching at the waist and hip panel
- Sweep train at the back hem
- No boning, no beading — shape comes from the cut and the fabric's recovery
- Available in Lemon Yellow, black, blue, green, mint, and royal
Style & Occasion
Faviana 11052 is built for prom. The combination of a long mermaid silhouette, open crisscross back, and sweep train is exactly what works on a prom floor — structured enough to look polished, bold enough to make an entrance. Lemon Yellow is a vivid, high-energy color that photographs brilliantly under ballroom and venue lighting. The other colorways — black, royal, and blue in particular — translate well to formal evening events, galas, and high-formality occasions where a body-conscious, fashion-forward gown fits the dress code. The fully open back means this gown draws attention; it is the right choice when that is the goal. For events where a covered back is expected or preferred, a different silhouette will serve better. Contact our concierge team at +1 416-536-2956 (text) or +1 213-868-3131 (WhatsApp) before ordering if you have questions about whether Faviana 11052 suits your specific event.
Size & fit
- Fitted. Bust, waist and hips all matter. Go by your largest measurement.
- Length: Long
- Neckline: V-Neck
- Details: Open Back, Train
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Faviana 11052 Fitted Mermaid V-Neck Satin Gown with Crisscross Open Back
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Frequently Asked Questions
Faviana 11052 is a true mermaid gown, which means the fit is intentional and unforgiving in the best possible way — the dress is engineered to contour the body from the bust through the hips, then release into a flare below the knee. That construction requires precise sizing. Faviana sizes its gowns by body measurements rather than by standard US dress sizes, and for a fitted mermaid like 11052, all three of your key measurements matter: full bust, natural waist, and fullest hip. Measure each one accurately — ideally with help from a second person — and compare every measurement to the Faviana size chart before selecting a size.
The most common sizing mistake on fitted mermaid gowns is ordering by one measurement only. Because the gown fits closely through the hip and thigh without a slit or structural release, the hip measurement is almost always the deciding factor for Faviana 11052. If your bust and waist fall into one size but your hips fall into the next, size up. It is far easier for a seamstress to take in extra fabric at the waist or bust than to let out a seam at the hip where there is limited allowance.
The ruching at the waist and hip panel offers a small amount of visual flexibility — gathered fabric forgives minor measurement variations and can make the waistline appear slightly more adjustable — but this is not a substitute for correct sizing. The hip and thigh sections of the silhouette are cut to fit, not to stretch significantly.
Faviana gowns are designed to fit close to the body, and standard sizing runs along true body measurements. Do not rely on your size in another brand, in off-the-rack clothing, or in a previous Faviana style with a different silhouette. If you have previously worn a fit-and-flare or A-line by Faviana, be aware that a mermaid cut through the hip and thigh will feel more fitted at those points.
Alterations are common on fitted gowns of this construction. When budgeting for Faviana 11052, it is worth accounting for a consultation with a local seamstress, particularly if any measurement sits at the edge of a size range. Minor adjustments — nipping the waist, shortening the hem, or adjusting strap length — are straightforward for an experienced bridal or formalwear tailor. Hemming the sweep train is the most frequent alteration requested on this silhouette; how much you trim depends entirely on your height and your preference for how much the train drags behind you.
If you are between sizes and unsure which direction to go, the safest approach is always to size up and alter down. Taking in a seam is a predictable alteration; letting one out depends on how much seam allowance is built into the specific gown.
Faviana 11052 is built for prom first. The fitted mermaid silhouette, dramatically open back, and sweep train are exactly the combination that makes a statement on a prom floor — structured enough to read as intentional and polished, bold enough to stand out. The Lemon Yellow colorway in particular has an energy that suits a prom environment: it photographs brilliantly under the kind of mixed event lighting typical of hotel ballrooms and venue spaces, and it reads as confident and vivid in a room full of gowns.
Beyond prom, Faviana 11052 works well for formal evening events where a body-conscious, fashion-forward gown is appropriate and expected. Galas, formal award ceremonies, and black-tie events that lean toward dramatic evening styling rather than traditional elegance are all natural fits. The sweep train and the crisscross open back contribute a red-carpet quality that suits high-formality settings where guests and wearers are expected to make an entrance.
This silhouette is less suited to occasions where a conservative or covered presentation is preferred. The fully open back and the bodycon mermaid fit make this a dress that draws attention, which is exactly right for some events and less ideal for others. If you are considering Faviana 11052 for a wedding-related occasion — as a guest, at a reception, or in a guest of honor role — we recommend contacting us before ordering; the modesty requirements of the specific event and venue will determine whether this gown is the right choice.
Formal evening events such as charity galas, film premieres, and formal university dances are all good candidates. The gown also suits military-formal events only where the dress code explicitly allows open-back styling — confirm the specific dress code for your event before ordering.
For customers attending multiple events in one season, Faviana 11052 is best positioned as a prom or gala dress rather than a versatile multi-occasion gown. Its silhouette is highly specific in its effect: it reads as glamorous and body-forward, which makes it excellent in the right context and overscaled in others. If you want a gown that moves between formal and semi-formal settings more easily, a different silhouette in the Faviana range may give you more flexibility. For prom and formal evenings specifically, Faviana 11052 is among the strongest options in the collection.
Yes — the open back on Faviana 11052 makes a traditional bra incompatible with the design. The back is fully exposed from the shoulder blades down to the lower back, with only the crossing satin straps across the center. Any conventional bra strap would be visible and would interrupt the line of the crisscross detail, which is the visual centerpiece of the back of the gown.
The most practical solution for most wearers is a backless adhesive bra, sometimes called a stick-on bra or silicone bra. These are widely available at lingerie retailers, department stores, and online, and they provide cup-level support without any strap that would show at the back. Quality matters with adhesive bras — a budget version may not hold reliably through several hours of dancing and movement, so it is worth investing in a reputable brand if you plan to wear Faviana 11052 to a full-length event like prom.
Alternatively, if your natural bust size provides adequate support without assistance, or if the wide shoulder straps of the gown offer enough lift on their own for your frame, you may find the built-in structure sufficient. The wide straps at the front do provide some support at the shoulder, though they are not a substitute for cup-level support in larger bust sizes.
Body-smoothing shapewear from the waist down — a high-waist brief or slip short — pairs well with the mermaid silhouette and provides a smooth line under the fitted satin without affecting the back. Avoid anything with a visible waistband above the hip, which can create a ridge under lightweight satin.
For personalized guidance on fit, undergarment choices, or any other styling question before you order, our concierge team is available by text at +1 416-536-2956 or WhatsApp at +1 213-868-3131 — they are happy to help you plan for a confident fit on the day.
Faviana 11052 is currently available in Lemon Yellow, black, blue, green, mint, and royal. The product images on this listing show the Lemon Yellow colorway exclusively, so the other options are represented by Faviana's standard color references rather than photographed samples.
Lemon Yellow is a warm, saturated yellow in high-sheen satin — it reads as bold and vivid under event lighting and has a quality that makes it one of the more distinctive prom color choices in the Faviana range this season. It photographs exceptionally well.
Black is the most versatile colorway and the one most likely to transition between prom and formal evening events. In stretch satin, black has a high polish that reads as sophisticated under any lighting condition. Royal is a rich, deep blue that has strong presence on a prom floor and pairs easily with standard accessory metals. Navy and midnight colorways differ from royal in depth — royal is vivid rather than dark.
Mint is a cooler, lighter option that reads as fresh and delicate compared to the warmth of Lemon Yellow. Green sits between mint and a medium-depth tone depending on the specific dye run — contacting us before ordering is worthwhile if color accuracy is a priority for you.
Because satin's surface finish means color can shift depending on the angle of the light and the brightness of the venue, we recommend requesting a physical swatch or consulting our team if you are deciding between two colorways and cannot view the fabric in person. Color rendering on screen can vary significantly by device.
The sweep train on Faviana 11052 is an extension of the mermaid flare at the hem — a short train that extends beyond the heel at the back of the gown while the front hem clears the floor at or near ankle level. It is designed to add drama and length to the silhouette without reaching full court or chapel length, which means it does not require significant management the way a longer train would, but it does brush the floor and will pick up dust or debris over the course of an evening.
Whether you need alterations depends primarily on your height. Faviana gowns are cut for a standard height of approximately 5'9" in heels, which is the industry standard for formal gowns. If you are shorter than that, the hem will likely need to be taken up to achieve the intended floor-grazing line; if you are taller, you may find the proportions work without adjustment. Hemming a mermaid gown is a more involved alteration than hemming a straight-cut gown because the flare and the train need to be maintained in proportion — work with a formalwear or bridal tailor rather than a general alterations shop if possible.
On a prom or gala floor, the sweep train moves with you naturally and adds to the drama of the silhouette as you walk. It is not long enough to trip over under normal conditions, but it does mean you should be conscious of it when navigating stairs or tight spaces.
Faviana 11052 does not feature visible boning channels or a structured underbust corset construction — it is a stretch satin mermaid without boning, which means the fit depends on the fabric's recovery and on the accuracy of the sizing rather than on internal architecture. The wide shoulder straps provide some lift at the front, and the close fit of the satin through the bust and waist creates a degree of shaping, but this is not a heavily structured gown.
For most wearers, the answer to whether shapewear is necessary comes down to personal preference and body confidence rather than a structural requirement of the gown. The stretch satin will conform closely to the body beneath it, so smooth lines under the fabric are worth attending to. A high-waist smoothing brief or slip short works well and keeps the line clean through the hip and thigh without adding bulk. Avoid anything with a rolled or thick waistband at the hip, which can create a visible ridge under lightweight satin at that exact point where the gown is most fitted.
For the bust, as noted in the undergarment answer, the open back means a backless adhesive solution is the right approach. For the lower body, the gown's own construction provides more of the shaping than any undergarment will. Most wearers find that getting the size right — and not attempting to size down — produces a cleaner result than sizing down and layering shapewear to compensate.
Faviana 11052 ships from Marlas Fashions' Los Angeles and New York warehouses for US orders, from the Toronto warehouse for Canadian orders, and worldwide for international destinations. Standard delivery runs 7–12 business days from the date the order is confirmed. Rush options are available for customers who need the gown sooner — contact us at the time of order to discuss rush processing and upgraded shipping timelines for your destination.
US and Canadian orders ship duty-free. International orders are shipped with tracking to destinations worldwide; duties and import fees vary by country and are the responsibility of the customer in most cases — we recommend checking your country's import threshold before ordering if duty costs are a concern.
All shipments are tracked, and you will receive tracking information once your order has been dispatched. If you are ordering for a specific event date — prom, a gala, or a formal — allow yourself enough time ahead of the event to receive the gown, try it on, and schedule any alterations you may need. For a fitted mermaid gown like Faviana 11052, alteration appointments should ideally be booked at least three to four weeks before the event, which means receiving the gown at least four to five weeks out is advisable.
If your event is approaching quickly and you are uncertain whether standard shipping will reach you in time, reach out to us before placing the order so we can confirm the most realistic timeline for your location.
Marlas Fashions accepts returns and exchanges on Faviana 11052 subject to the standard policy. Returns are processed as store credit — which never expires and can be applied to any future purchase — as an exchange for a different size or colorway, or as a refund to the original payment method less a 30% restocking fee. The restocking fee reflects the handling and quality-inspection process each returned gown goes through before it can be made available again.
To be eligible for return or exchange, the gown must be in its original unworn condition with all tags attached and must be shipped back within the return window communicated at the time of purchase. Gowns that have been worn, altered, or that show any signs of use are not eligible for return.
Because Faviana 11052 is a fitted mermaid gown where sizing accuracy is critical, we strongly encourage customers to measure carefully before ordering and, where there is any doubt, to reach out to us before placing the order rather than after. Ordering the correct size the first time is always the more straightforward path than returning and reordering, particularly if a specific event date is involved.
If you receive your gown and have any concerns about the fit, condition, or any aspect of the order, contact us promptly — we are here to help find the best resolution. Store credit at Marlas Fashions never expires, so if the timing doesn't work for an exchange on this order, your credit is available whenever you need it next.